PASSPORT TO ROLLINS AN INTERNATIONAL STUDENT’S GO-TO GUIDE
NAME: JENIFER RUBY POSITION: DIRECTOR PLACE OF BIRTH: YORK, PA YEARS AT ROLLINS: 2006–PRESENT EMAIL: JRUBY@ROLLINS.EDU
NAME: KATIE ALONSO POSITION: ASSISTANT DIRECTOR PLACE OF BIRTH: ORLANDO, FL YEARS AT ROLLINS: 2018–PRESENT EMAIL: KALONSO@ROLLINS.EDU
DEAR STUDENT Congratulations on your acceptance to Rollins and welcome to our international student community. The Office of International Student & Scholar Services (OISSS) is available to assist you during your initial transition and in the years to come. The office acts as a resource center for students, faculty and administrators by encouraging and supporting the enrollment of international students and scholars. The college is committed to international education and to working with the community to achieve the goal of internationalizing Rollins. Your Form I-20 will be emailed to you once issued. Be sure to print and sign it before your visa appointment. Your Form DS-2019 will be shipped to you via Air Concepts. Your Form I-20 and Form DS-2019 is needed to acquire your student visa. Please read the form carefully and notify the office immediately if anything is inaccurate. This Passport to Rollins has been prepared to assist you in planning your arrival. Please be sure to read the following pages for important information related to obtaining your student visa and preparing for college life at Rollins. International Student Orientation is a mandatory program for all international students. Dates vary by program of study and are noted on our website. Details of the program will be emailed to you in the coming months. We look forward to welcoming you to the U.S. and assisting as you learn your way around the college and the Orlando area. If you have any concerns, please contact us by telephone at 407-691-1158 or email at oisss@rollins.edu. Congratulations and see you soon!
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OBTAINING YOUR STUDENT VISA
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REVIEW YOUR FORM I-20 OR DS-2019 PAY SEVIS FEE SCHEDULE APPOINTMENT AT U.S. EMBASSY OR CONSULATE *Canadian and Bermudian students are not required to obtain a visa.
PLANNING YOUR ARRIVAL
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CHOOSING YOUR ARRIVAL DATE HOTEL INFORMATION IF ARRIVING BEFORE CHECK-IN DATE WHAT TO BRING
FINANCIAL ARRANGEMENTS
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PAYMENT OF TUITION TAX OBLIGATIONS HEALTH INSURANCE
ENTERING THE UNITED STATES
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IMMIGRATION & CUSTOMS TRANSPORTATION FROM AIRPORT TO CAMPUS
ORIENTATION
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DATES GENERAL TIMES FOR SESSIONS TOPICS TO BE COVERED WHAT TO BRING TO ORIENTATION
ARRIVAL CHECKLIST
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OBTAINING YOUR VISA
What You Need To Know! » Do NOT enter the U.S. on a visitor’s visa or under the Visa Waiver Program. » Only use the I-20 or DS-2019 issued by the school you plan to attend! » The I-20 or DS-2019 is very important— Do NOT lose it!
REVIEW YOUR FORM I-20 OR DS-2019 • Make sure all information printed is correct. • Print and sign your Form I-20. Be sure to review the instructions on page 3. For the Form DS-2019, please review the instructions on the back of the form and sign it. • Note that you have been given a reporting date, which is based on your program start date. This is the date by which you should enter the U.S. with your I-20 or DS-2019. • You are allowed to enter up to 30 days prior to this date. If you discover an error on the form, contact the Office of International Student & Scholar Services by phone or email.
PAY YOUR SEVIS FEE (FORM I-901) • Instructions have been emailed to you and are available here at fmjfee.com
SCHEDULE VISA APPOINTMENT • It is best to apply for a U.S. visa in your country of citizenship or residence. • Contact your nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate for scheduling procedures, processing times, and any additional requirements.
GATHER ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS • • • • •
Valid passport Form I-20 or DS-2019 Rollins acceptance letter Financial documentation You may complete Form DS-160 (application for nonimmigrant visa) online to print or at embassy.
REMEMBER • If you have a Form I-20, you will apply for an F-1 visa. • If you have a Form DS-2019, you will apply for a J-1 visa. • If you have a spouse and/or children, they may apply for the F-2 or J-2 dependent visa.
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PLANNING YOUR ARRIVAL CHOOSING YOUR ARRIVAL DATE CRUMMER EDBA & EMBA STUDENTS should arrive in Orlando by Tuesday, August 16 in order to check-in and attend International Student Orientation. CRUMMER EAMBA STUDENTS starting Fall 2022, should arrive in Orlando by September 1 in order to check-in and attend International Student Orientation. Spring 2023 students should arrive by January 3, 2023. COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS AND HOLT SCHOOL STUDENTS starting Fall 2022, should arrive in Orlando by August 15 in order to check-in and attend International Student Orientation. Spring 2022 students should arrive by January 12, 2023. • When purchasing your flight, please note that undergraduate residence halls are closed during winter and summer breaks.
• Please notify us by email of your planned arrival date and time. • If arriving before check-in date, you will need to make hotel arrangements.
For hotels visit: rollins.edu/visit-rollins/places-to-stay
WHAT TO BRING: • Clothes for layering, as it is very hot in summer and chilly in winter • Raincoats, umbrellas, rain boots • We recommend ordering bed linens from rhl.org/rol or purchasing them when you arrive. Please note that the residence hall beds require extra-long “twin” sized sheets. • U.S. currency-lower denomination bills are recommended • Extra contact lenses, eyeglasses • 1-month supply of prescription medicine • Please visit the Residential Life & Explorations web page for more information on what to bring. rollins.edu/residential-life-explorations/residential-life/living-oncampus.html • There is an option to ship personal items ahead of your arrival time to campus.
Ship to the following address: Your Name (please hold for student) Rollins College 1000 Holt Ave. Winter Park, FL 32789
Shipments should not be sent before early August. Information on how to receive packages upon your arrival on campus will be emailed during the summer. • There will be shopping trips during International Student Orientation. • Mobile device purchases can be made upon arrival.
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FINANCIAL ARRANGEMENTS PAYMENT OF TUITION TUITION/FEES/ROOM/BOARD CHARGES ARE DUE BY:
July 15 - Fall 2022 December 15 - Spring 2023
Please note that payment must be received prior to the start of term to avoid late fees and delays with adding and dropping classes. Payment may be made via the following methods: • FoxPay (online, credit/debit card, eCheck or international payment via Flywire) Credit/debit card payments are subject to a 2.75% service charge eCheck payments are free and require a 10-day grace period for processing International payments via Flywire - rates vary. • US Postal Mail (checks only) Rollins College, Student Account Services 1000 Holt Ave. – 2716, Winter Park Fl 32789 • In-person (checks only) Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., second floor of Carnegie Hall • Drop Box (checks only) To the right of the front door of the Warren Administration building • Monthly Payment Plan (learn more)
TAX OBLIGATIONS As an international student, you will be required by law to file tax forms annually. If you are receiving a scholarship, part of it may be taxable. Taxable scholarships may require you to pay the tax to Rollins during each semester. You will need to work with our Tax Compliance office during orientation to determine your obligations. If you have a taxable scholarship and need an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number you MUST file a Form W-7 in your first semester. Please see OISSS for more information. For more information about financial arrangements or payments, please contact the Office of Student Account Services: Online: rollins.edu/student-account-services/ Phone: 407.646.2252
Email: sas@rollins.edu
HEALTH INSURANCE Please note that ALL international students (F-1, J-1, J-2, and U.S. citizens who permanently reside abroad) are required to enroll in the College’s student health insurance program. The College’s international student health insurance program is managed by Insurance for Students. Students will be automatically enrolled in the College’s insurance plan, and their health insurance premium will be charged to their student account. Information regarding the College’s health insurance plan can be found at www.insuranceforstudents.com/home/rollins. • A student who already has adequate health insurance coverage may apply for a waiver of the College health insurance by submitting an Alternate Insurance Waiver form. Waivers are not guaranteed to be approved. The policy must meet our requirements as listed on the waiver form. • The deadline for completing this form is August 15, 2022 for Fall 2022 students and December 31, 2022 for Spring 2023 students. • Alternate Insurance Waiver form is available at: www.insuranceforstudents.com/ home/rollins • We advise all students to get medical, dental, and vision checkups before departing for the U.S.
ENTERING THE UNITED STATES IMMIGRATION & CUSTOMS WHAT TO CARRY WITH YOU WHEN TRAVELING TO THE U.S. • Passport*
• Printed Form I-20 or DS-2019*
• Rollins admission letter
• Copies of your financial support documentation*
• Rollins contact phone numbers • OISSS: 407.691.1158 • Campus Safety: 407.646.2999
• This Passport to Rollins document with important travel information
*Be sure to pack these in your carry-on for availability at immigration.
WHAT TO EXPECT? • Your passport, visa, Form I-20 or DS2019, and luggage will be inspected • U.S. Customs and Border Protection officer will stamp your passport and return it to you.
• You will be given information on printing your Arrival / Departure Record (Form I-94). It is important to check this record every time you enter the U.S. - cbp.gov/i94
Your passport will be stamped with your date of entry and entry classification of F-1 or J-1 and D/S meaning duration of status. Make sure that the passport is stamped correctly before leaving the officer’s desk.
TRANSPORTATION FROM AIRPORT TO CAMPUS AFTER CLEARING CUSTOMS • After your luggage has been inspected at Customs, you can proceed to ground transportation. • It is recommended to use taxi, private car service, Uber, or Lyft.
BELOW ARE SOME TAXI AND CAR SERVICE COMPANIES THAT CAN PROVIDE SERVICE: TAXI SERVICE
PHONE NUMBER
EST. PRICE TO ROLLINS
Yellow/City Cab
407-422-2222
$45-55 (+gratuity)
CAR SERVICE
PHONE NUMBER
EST. PRICE TO ROLLINS
Standard Transportation
407-721-8013
$60 (+gratuity)
Contact a car service in advance to make a reservation and provide flight arrival information. A car service representative will meet you at baggage claim.
COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS STUDENTS WHO WILL BE LIVING IN ROLLINS RESIDENCE HALLS: Information on where to report to when you arrive on campus on August 15, 2022 for fall and January 12, 2023 for spring will be emailed to you prior to your arrival. If you arrive after office hours, please report to Campus Safety, where you will receive your keys.
STUDENTS LIVING OFF CAMPUS: Your arrival date and time is the start of your orientation.
ORIENTATION ROLLINS COLLEGE HOSTS A MANDATORY INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ORIENTATION FOR ALL NEW STUDENTS. As a new international student at Rollins, you represent a unique and treasured addition to our student community. In order to provide you with the tools and information necessary for a successful transition to the U.S., Florida, and Rollins, we provide this special orientation, which focuses on the issues that are particular to international students. The program is designed in addition to the College’s orientation programs for all new students.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ORIENTATION DATES: The Office of International Student & Scholar Services has posted updated dates on our website. Our office will be updating this page if there are any changes to the program start date. We will also email you with any changes made.
TOPICS TO BE COVERED: • Legal Responsibilities • Life Basics • Managing Your Money
• Student Panel on Life at Rollins and Beyond • Classroom Culture
• Preparing for Employment in U.S.
• Safety and Community Standards and Responsibility
• Campus Safety and Legal Rights & Responsibilities
• Global Classroom Project
• Academic Success
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What to bring for orientation check-in: » Passport » Form I-20 pr DS-2019 » Notepad and pen » Laptop
CHECKLIST PRIOR TO ARRIVAL AT ROLLINS: Check passport expiration date. It should be valid for at least six months after entering the U.S. Obtain Form I-20 or DS-2019 and apply for F-1 or J-1 student visa. Rollins College address is 1000 Holt Avenue, Winter Park, FL 32789. Be sure to have that to provide to a driver. Directions are available at rollins.edu/map. Make and confirm housing arrangements. If living on campus, be sure you receive your housing assignment from the Office of Residential Life & Explorations or Graduate Housing. Make arrangements for tuition payment—DO NOT CARRY a lot of cash; bring $300-500 in U.S. dollars for immediate use before opening a bank account. You may wish to have lower denomination bills and coins for taxi service. Make copies of immigration documents; leave one set of copies with your family and pack a set of copies in your luggage. Pack your passport, original Form I-20 or DS-2019, and a set of financial documents in your carry-on luggage, NOT in your checked luggage.
UPON ARRIVAL AT ROLLINS: Students living on campus will receive notification when the orientation schedule with the location for check-in has been released. If arriving after business hours, please go to Campus Safety to check in, and to receive keys and arrival information packet. If living in Crummer Graduate Housing, please coordinate arrival and check-in with Renee Quintanilla, Director of Student Success, Crummer Graduate School of Business, rquintanilla@rollins.edu, (407)646-2335.
SETTLING INTO YOUR ROOM: Buy necessities for residence hall room. Open bank account with a local bank. Information on this procedure will be provided at Orientation. Visit the Student Account Services office to check if payments for tuition, housing, insurance, and meal plans have been received or to make arrangements for payment.
1000 Holt Ave. - 2780 • Winter Park, FL 32789 • rollins.edu
