Pre-arrival
Prepare for your journey to the US with essential guidelines from International Gateways at SJSU. Learn about housing options, immigration policies, vaccination requirements, and mandatory health insurance to ensure a smooth transition.
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Arriving in the U.S:
Learn all the arrival protocols and guidelines at US airports for international students to ensure smooth entry and immigration. Ensure all your documents including passport, visa, I-20 etc. are readily accessible and answer all questions politely and briefly.
Housing
Explore a variety of housing choices for students, including dormitories, apartment-style living, and communal housing. Begin your search well in advance to secure the ideal accommodation that suits your preferences and needs.
Health Insurance
Learn all the mandatory health insurance guidelines for international students with detailed instructions for filing claims and insurance cards. All students are required to purchase the designated health insurance plan prior to their on-campus program commencement.
Vaccination
Stay updated on all the CSU vaccination policy requirements and be ready to submit your immunization records. Newly admitted students will receive instructions on how to submit their vaccination records via a ToDo list emailed by IG admissions.For more information, please visit SJSU vaccination page.
Contact Us
International Gateways
One Washington Square
Student Union - Professional and Global Education
Email: igateways@sjsu.edu
Phone: (408) 924 2670