Frequently Asked Questions

» How do I apply for a student visa?

Student visas are obtained through the Office of Graduate Admission. International students are required to complete a Form I-20 in order to request a student (F-I) visa. In order to do so, the applicant must demonstrate that he/she has sufficient funds available to pay for tuition and living expenses for at least one year of study in the U.S. Students must provide evidence of additional financial support of $10,000 per year for a spouse and/or child who accompanies them to the U.S.
Applicants who will require a student (F-I) visa must submit the 2009-2010 Financial Affadavit for International Students.
All monies pledged on the Pace University Financial Affadavit for International Students Form must be verified by the following:
  • A letter from a bank on bank letterhead indicating the date, account number, account holder's name, and amount on deposit in U.S. dollars. The letter must include the signature of a bank official. Bank statements are NOT accepted.
  • A letter of support from a sponsoring scholarship program, fellowship program, loan or grant organization.
Click on the link for your school or college below to download the Financial Affidavit needed for visa procedures:
>>Dyson College of Arts and Sciences
>>Dyson College of Arts and Sciences: Actors Studio MFA
>>Lienhard School of Nursing
>>Lubin School of Business
>>School of Education
>>Seidenberg School of Computer Science and Information Systems
In addition, please download the Student Visa Information file by clicking the link below:
>>Student Visa Information
Once the form is complete, send it to the appropriate Office of Graduate Admission:

New York City Graduate Admission
One Pace Plaza
New York, NY 10038, USA
phone: (212) 346-1531
Westchester Graduate Admission
One Martine Ave.
White Plains, NY 10606, USA
phone: (914) 422-4283

 
»How should I arrange my travel plans to the United States?
Depending upon which campus you are attending, there are several airports you can choose from.
>>If you are studying in New York City, we recommend you arrange your flight to land at:

 John F. Kennedy Airport
 LaGuardia Airport
 Newark Liberty Airport

 
 

>>If you are studying in Westchester, we recommend you arrange your final destination be the White Plains Westchester County Airport. You may typically land at a major airport first, and then take a transfer flight to the White Plains Westchester County Airport.
Once your flight lands, there will be access to transportation to the appropriate Pace University campus or other building where you will be staying. We recommend making a plan to arrange transportation once your plane lands -- you can do so by accessing any of the airport's websites listed below:
John F. Kennedy Airport
LaGuardia Airport
Newark Liberty Airport
White Plains Westchester County Airport

>>How do I get to campus from the airport?
For detailed information about transportation from the airport to your Pace campus, please click here.

»Does New York City have a public transportation system? How does it work?
For information about public transportation in New York City, Westchester County, Long Island, and New Jersey only, please visit any of the following websites for subway maps, train station listings, and information about taxis in New York:
New York City Subway Map
New York City Public Transportation: MetroCard
About New York City Public Transportation
New York City Metro-North Railroad
Long Island Railroad
New Jersey PATH Train
New York City Taxis
»Where can I find a map of my Pace University campus?
It is also a good idea to bring a map of the area in which you will be studying. You may download or view any of the maps listed below for free:
New York City Map
White Plains, NY Map
Westchester (Pleasantville) Map
For specific information on Pace University campus locations, nearby hotels, and stores, please visit Pace University's Google Map.

»Are there hotels near the Pace New York City and Westchester campuses?
Yes. We have provided a list of accommodations on our website. Click here for a list of recommended hotels with locations close to our campuses.  We recommend you make your hotel reservations prior to your arrival in the U.S.

»How can I learn more about campus housing at Pace University?
The best way to learn more about university housing is to visit the Housing and Residential Life website. If you have additional questions, you may reach the appropriate office using the information below. We strongly encourage all students wishing to live on-campus to contact the Housing and Residential Life office PRIOR to their arrival in the U.S.

Housing & Residential Life -
New York City
Fulton Hall, 2nd Floor
New York, NY 10038
phone: (212) 346-1295
nyhousing@pace.edu
Housing & Residential Life -
Westchester (Pleasantville)
Howard Johnson Hall, Room 1-09
Pleasantville, NY 10570
phone: (914) 923-2791
westchesterhousing@pace.edu
Housing & Residential Life -
White Plains
Dannatt Hall, Room 108
White Plains, NY 10606
phone: (914) 422-4149
westchesterhousing@pace.edu

 
»What should I bring with me to Pace University?
Incoming students should first make sure they have all proper documentation with them in order to be issued a student (F-I) visa. Read the financial affadavit and student visa information above for information on all documents that must be included in order to be issued a visa. Click here for a list of all necessary documents needed for study in the U.S.
For help in choosing clothes to pack, please consult the average temperature chart below (all temperatures are listed in degrees Fahrenheit). Click here to convert the temperatures into degrees Celsius.
 

 New York City
 Westchester, NY
 January: 31.5°
 January: 28.1°
 February: 33.6°
 February: 30.5°
 March: 42.4°
 March: 39°
 April: 52.5°
 April: 46°
 May: 62.7° 
 May: 59.5°
 June: 71.6°
 June: 68.5°

In general, New York has cold winters with snow or sleet at times. Students should bring sturdy, warm shoes or boots for the winter, and a winter coat, hat, and gloves. If you are unable to purchase these items at home, there are many stores in New York that sell them. The spring is often warm and mild -- a light jacket is appropriate.

»What is the English Language Institute (ELI)?
The English Language Institute is owned and operated by Pace University and offers international students the opportunity to improve their English skills for academic study, career advancement, or personal enrichment through a variety of programs.Pace University has two ELI locations: New York City and Westchester County, NY. You may contact the ELI and its directors using the following information:

New York City ELI
One Pace Plaza
New York, NY 10038
phone: (212) 346-1562
eli@pace.edu
Westchester ELI
861 Bedford Road
Pleasantville, NY 10570
phone: (914) 773-3820
eliwc@pace.edu

>>For more information about the ELI, please visit their website.

»How can I learn more about financial aid?
Pace University offers various types of financial aid to qualified students. International students are NOT eligible to U.S. Federal Financial Aid programs.