Welcome to NYU Study Abroad! We’re delighted that you’ll be spending a semester or year with us and can’t wait to greet you in Madrid. In the meantime, this page will guide you through everything you need to get ready for your term abroad. We’ve mirrored the acceptance letter very closely, so please be sure to use that as an additional reference.
By the time you've visited this site, we're assuming that you've already reserved your place in NYU Study Abroad and
received (or renewed) your passport. If you haven't, please check your acceptance materials for details on those two very important preliminary steps.
Here’s what’s next:
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 Ongoing,
but get started ASAP!
Unfortunately, NYU does not have the ability to change visa requirements, nor does it help if we call consulates or embassies on your behalf. Though we're happy to help you in whatever way we can, the decision to issue you a visa rests solely with the consulate or embassy. Below you'll find instructions for getting your visa, along with sample visa applications and supporting
documentation.
NOTE: It has come to our attention that the Spanish consulate in New York, like many of the others, is now accepting visa applications by appoinment only.
Please be sure to review the appointment instructions on your consulate's website before applying.
The Spanish Consulate in New York requires at least seven (7) weeks to process applications, so waiting until the last minute means you may not get your visa in time for your departure date. Don’t let this happen to you! Be sure to allow the consulate at least seven weeks to process your visa application.
On the other hand, the Spanish Consulate in New York will not accept an application too far in advance. If it is earlier than four (4) months in advance of your departure date for Spain, your application will not be accepted. Please schedule your visa application appointment as soon as you are able to within 4 months of your departure.
Applying On Your Own
Consulates and Applications
Supporting Documentation
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ASAP to ensure that all materials get to you promptly. NYU Students: We'll send all e-mail communication to your NYU e-mail address (not your personal or Stern address), so
check that account regularly or activate mail forwarding. In addition,
make sure that your addresses and phone numbers in NYUHome
are updated so that we're able to contact you with important information throughout the semester.
Visiting Students: You'll create a NYUHome account prior to
registering for classes (see #4). At that point, be sure to keep your contact information current and check your NYUHome e-mail account regularly.
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The housing form
is available through the online forms system (see #7). NYU Students: Remember to cancel NYU Housing for next semester. Bring your original acceptance letter (plus a copy) to the Housing office at 383 Lafayette Street along with the housing cancellation form as soon as possible. The housing cancellation form will be available only shortly. Questions? E-mail housing@nyu.edu. |
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Registration
begins the week of November 16th.
You'll find the comprehensive list of classes here.
Pick out the courses you like, keeping in mind that some classes may fill before you're able to register. For registration instructions, click either NYU Student or Visiting Student
(this version also includes Blackboard instructions).
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NYU Students: Attending a Pre-Departure Orientation is required for all students. At the PDO, you will meet staff from the site, learn about courses, student life, excursions, and much more. For a calendar of these mandatory sessions, please click here.
Visiting Students: If you’re nearby and able to attend any on-campus events, we’d love to have you. However, we’re also committed to making sure that those of you who don’t live near New York City are kept in the loop. Here are a few ways we ensure that you’re just as well-informed as NYU students:
- We will send you weekly e-mails with comprehensive “what to do” lists and details.
- Our staff is always available to provide prompt assistance to any questions you have by e-mail or phone.
- We can put you in contact with students who attend our programs so that you can get inside information on what to expect. To speak with a former student from your program, please email global.ambassadors@nyu.edu.
All Students: Click here to view the PowerPoint presentation from our latest pre-departure session.
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Submit
your Flight Information by December 2nd.
Depending on when you were admitted, we provide you with
information on discount flights in your acceptance packet or
via a subsequent e-mail. You can research
your own flights as well--you're under no obligation to use
the information we provide--but we hope it gives you a sense
of what's available.
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December 2nd.
Our online forms system is where you'll submit
information on your flights, passport, housing preferences, health insurance, and
emergency contacts.
However, we also require two paper forms. These are simple to complete, but will require your time and may require a visit to your physician, so please plan ahead. For detailed information on how to use the Webforms system, please click here.
Paper Forms to Mail In
- Travel Release (paper form — please download, fill out & return)
- Medical History: All students will receive their medical history form their acceptance packet.
NYU Students: All you need to do is fill yours out (it will not take you very long, promise!) and return it to the Student Health Center by December 2nd.
Visiting Students: Please be sure to fill out your form and take it with you to your doctor's appointment (or if you've had a recent physical, send it to them) to have them sign it. You should then return it to the Student Health Center by December 2nd.
Online Forms System
- Please check your weekly newsletter for updates on when the online forms system becomes available.
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