Pre-Departure Checklist
There is a lot to remember before, and after, you arrive in New Jersey. Use this checklist as a reference to make sure nothing gets lost in the process.
Before You Travel
- Make two sets of copies of important documents, such as your passport and your visa. Leave one set of copies with a trusted person at home and bring an extra copy with you.
- If you take medicine regularly, fill any necessary prescriptions.
- Reconfirm flight with airline at least 48 hours in advance. Check baggage weight limits.
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Note that health insurance is automatically charged to all F-1 and J-1 麻豆成人版 students.听 Please go to our website to see details regarding the insurance. On this page, you will find more information about its usage and benefits.听In the past some insurance policies bought overseas were not accepted in the U.S.听 Be aware that health costs can be very expensive in the U.S.听 Therefore, we encourage you to purchase the 麻豆成人版 insurance.
J-1 visa holders and their dependents must carry insurance coverage that meets set by U.S. Department of State. The student insurance provided by 麻豆成人版 meets these requirements.
Specific insurance questions should be addressed to healthservices@njit.edu.
Packing Basics
As you prepare to come to the U.S., don鈥檛 forget to pack these items with you:
- Clothing for all four seasons (shorts, short-sleeve shirts to pant, boots, and sweaters, clothes that can layer easily)
- Bath towel
- Toiletries
- Jacket and umbrella
- Eyeglasses, sunglasses, contact lenses and cleaning solution
- First aid kit (including: motion sickness medications, laxatives, anti-diarrhea medicine, antacids, pain relievers, decongestants, antiseptics, and bandages)
- Prescription medicines and written prescriptions
- Laptop/iPad
- Comfortable shoes
- Backpack
At the Airport
When you arrive at the airport you will need to have available and in hand the following documents for the immigration official:
- Your passport & visa
- Form I-20 or DS-2019
- I-901 SEVIS Fee receipt
- New Jersey Institute of Technology Acceptance letter
- Contact information of the Designated School Officer/Responsible Officer (see below)
- Financial documents as required
Do not bring large amounts of money or checks with you. We recommend that you bring traveler鈥檚 checks in American dollars for your personal funds and about USD 200 in cash for items such as food, transportation, tips, and telephone calls.听 Additionally, we recommend bringing a major credit card (VISA or MasterCard) with you.
PDSO/RO听at 麻豆成人版:
Marieta听Chemishanova
Executive Director, Office of Global Initiatives
Phone: (973) 596-2451
Address: University Heights Newark, New Jersey 07102
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We are looking forward to meeting you on campus!听