Apply for an I-20 or DS-2019
Step 2.1 Complete your I-20 or DS-2019 Application
Fill out the I-20/DS-2019 Application for Newly Admitted Students online. To access the application you will need to have the following:
- Your NYU NetID and user password.
- Make sure you have paid your tuition deposit to the NYU school to which you were admitted. If you have paid the deposit, wait 2 business days and then try to access the application again at that time.
- If you are still unable to access the application, please email newinternationalstudents@nyu.edu. Be sure to include your NYU ID number.
Review the application checklist information to ensure you have all you need to successfully complete the online application.
If you have any problems submitting the online request, review our troubleshooting tips.
Have questions about applying for the I-20/DS-2019?
Get tips on successfully applying for an I-20/DS-2019 from NYU. If no live workshop is listed, view a previously recorded Tips on the I-20/DS-2019 Application Process workshop.
To access the recording link above, you must log into Zoom with your NYU ID and password using the SSO option at nyu.zoom.us in the same web browser. You cannot use an external email.
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Step 2.2
Receive your I-20/DS-2019.
Once we receive your complete application we will start working on your I-20 or DS-2019. We’ll email you if your application requires additional documentation or information. Continue to check your NYU email (@nyu.edu) while we're reviewing your application. We will also email you at your personal email as indicated in Albert, so be sure to keep an accurate personal email address on file with NYU.
Approximately 2 weeks after submitting a complete application, you should receive an email notification from OGS with the I-20 or DS-2019 attached. This email will go to your NYU email account (@nyu.edu) and personal email as listed in Albert, and will include detailed instructions for your new I-20 or DS-2019. Upon receiving your document, review for accuracy then print and sign it on page 1. This is considered your original I-20 or DS-2019.
Once you’ve received your I-20 or DS-2019, you will need to pay a SEVIS fee to the US Department of Homeland Security. In order to pay, complete the Form I-901 along with the payment via mail or online (dependents in F-2 or J-2 status are not required to pay the fee). Note both your SEVIS ID and NYU school code for F-1 or program number for J-1 on your I-20 or DS-2019 as they will be needed to make the payment. The SEVIS fee must be paid at least 3 business days prior to a visa interview or the filing of the change of status application in the US. Learn more about the SEVIS fee.
Citizens of Canada need to have an I-20 or DS-2019 and pay the SEVIS fee, but do not need to apply for an F-1 or J-1 visa. Citizens of Canada should refer to the US Embassy and Consulates Information for Canadian students entering the US
Citizens of Bermuda need to have an I-20 or DS-2019 and pay the SEVIS fee. Citizens of Bermuda should refer to the US Consulate General in Bermuda information on Bermudian Student Visa Exemptions. Depending on the type of passport you have, there is a possibility that you need not get an F-1 or J-1 visa to study in the US.