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Office of Graduate Student Affairs
Stevens Institute of Technology's Office of Graduate Student Affairs (OGSA)
is here to aid in the recruitment, transition, retention, & success of all graduate students through providing an
engaging and enriching student development environment.
Graduate Student Affairs• Student Life programs and activities• Student clubs• Student government• Student advocate• Student concerns• Student discipline and conduct• Build community among all students• Positive graduate student experience
http://gradlife.stevens.edu/
Graduate Student Social and Cultural Clubs
Cultural Clubs
Taiwanese Graduate Student Association
Korean Graduate Student AssociationChinese Student Scholar Association
Indian Graduate Students AssociationIranian Association at Stevens
Saudi Students Association
Social Clubs
Board & Table Game ClubStevens Language Exchange Club
Stevens Graduate Student Soccer Club
Graduate Student Academic Clubs
American Shore & Beach Preservation AssociationGrad Student Society of Chemistry, Chemical Bio, Biomedical Engineering.Chemical & Material Students AssociationStevens Society of Financial EngineersInternational Society for Pharmaceutical Engineers International Council of Systems EngineeringSociety of Computer Science at StevensStevens Pharmaceutical Research Center ClubStevens Institute Graduate Management AssociationStevens Society of Graduate Physics StudentsStevens Society of Mathematics Women In Pharma
OGSA Events
Leadership and Cultural Activities
• Leadership Certificates• Volunteer Opportunities• American Cultural Foundations• English Discussion Groups
New Student Welcome (Orientation)
Tuesday, August 13 – Thursday, August 15Day 1 (8/13/13) – Arrive at 9:30AM (EST) - Interact with Fellow New Stevens Students - Register for Fall Classes - Discuss Program Requirements with Faculty - Check in with the International Office - Get Photo ID Card - Meet Important Stevens AdministratorsMore details can be found on the orientation website - http://gradlife.stevens.edu/orientation
AcademicsInternational students often have many questions regarding what classes to take, how to contact his/her academic advisor, what core (required) program classes are
and much more. All of these questions will be answered during the New Student
Welcome!http
://www.stevens.edu/sit/registrar/policies-procedures/
Full time study
• International students must be registered for a full-course of study (9 credit hours)
• Students may take only one on-line course per semester
• Fall semester – August 26 – December 20
Stevens On- campus Housing
• Stevens has very limited housing for graduate students on campus. No married housing.
• Information and costs: http://www.stevens.edu/housing/ • Please note – Stevens Residence Life Office communicates
through your Stevens email address. Please make sure you are checking this email regularly.
• http://www.stevens.edu/sit/housing/graduate/alternative-housing-list (off-campus)
Housing OptionsRealtors – fees charged for their services
• Boutique Realty, Steven [email protected]
• Gotham Realty, Barbara [email protected]
• Liberty Realty, Giovanni [email protected]
• Remax Gold Coast Realty, Steve [email protected]
Looking for Roommates?Contact one of the Stevens Cultural Clubs to see if
senior students are looking for roommates.
Indian Graduate Student Associationwww.stevens.edu/igsa Chinese Graduate Student Associationwww.stevens.edu/cssa Korean Graduate Student Associationhttp://gradlife.stevens.edu/org/kgsa/home
Stevens Neighborhoods
Office of Student Employment
Here to help you find a part-time job on campus or places to volunteer in Hoboken!
http://www.stevens.edu/sit/student-employment • International students may only work 20 hours per week on
campus. No off-campus work.• Student employment is limited, especially for students in
first semester. Volunteer to get experience.• Assistantships are offered by the academic department.
http://www.stevens.edu/sit/graduate/tuition/assistantships.cfm
Office of Career DevelopmentHere to help you find an internship or job!
• http://www.stevens.edu/sit/ocd/ • Career workshops for graduate students• Resume and cover letter assistance• Career Fairs• Internships available after 2 terms
(Fall/Spring).
Student Health Center & Stevens Student Health Insurance
http://www.stevens.edu/health/info.htm • Get immunization shots in your home country• Costs for medical care in America are higher than most
countries.• Strongly recommend American insurance offered through
Stevens to have the best access to medical care.• Purchase insurance also for spouse if in US• Health center on campus – nurse, doctors by appointment,
some medications
Student Financial Services • Payment plans - http://www.stevens.edu/finaid/apply.php • Costs – tuition and fees -
http://www.stevens.edu/sit/graduate/tuition/ • Wire transfers- https://www.peertransfer.com/school/stevens• Financing education: http://www.edupass.org/
Schaefer Gymnasium
• http://www.stevensducks.com/campusrecreation/ • Free use of equipment, swimming pool, courts• Fitness classes, small fee• Outdoor recreation – trips in US and international
American Cell Phones and BanksOur office cannot recommend a specific cell phone company
or bank for you to use in the US. However, below is a list of providers where many students get service. Review the
materials from their website so you can make a choice once you arrive!
Cell Phones
http://www.verizonwireless.comhttp://www.att.com/wireless http://www.t-mobile.com/
http://www.sprint.com/
Bankshttp://www.pnc.com/
https://www.bankofamerica.com/ https://www.chase.com/
https://www.wellsfargo.com/ http://www.tdbank.com/
Pre-Arrival InfoLimited airport pickup and temporary housing
(additional fees apply) options are available for new incoming graduate students
For more information or to signup, visit our website at http://gradlife.stevens.edu/orientation
Pre-Arrival Checklist1. Arrange for permanent or temporary housing for the first
week you will be in the United States2. Collect all immunization records and medical paper work
as well as receiving any necessary medical procedures3. Review directions for getting to your housing location
from one of the local airports. http://www.stevens.edu/sit/maps/public_transport.cfm )
Graduate AdmissionsPlease submit your $500 admissions deposit.
Any questions involving depositing, I-20’s, VISA processing, or acceptance packets, please email
graduate admissions. [email protected]
Connect with Our OfficeJoin our office pages to connect with us before
coming to campus!
www.facebook.com/stevensOGSAwww.twitter.com/StevensOGSA
If you would like a copy of our power point from today, visit our website
gradlife.stevens.edu/orientation