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NEXT STEPS TO ENROLLMENTSPRING 2016

NEW INTERNATIONAL

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WELCOME—

On behalf of International Admissions,congratulations on your acceptance

to Temple University! We think you have made a wise choice

in your university selection, and we look forward to welcoming

you to our campus.

CONTENTSBefore You Arrive

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After You Arrive/OrientationPages 6-8

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Your Next Steps:

Accept Your Offer of AdmissionTo accept your offer of admission, please submit the non-refundableenrollment deposit of $200. You can pay the deposit under the welcometab of the TU Portal <tuportal.temple.edu> or by returning the enclosedEnrollment Deposit Form with a personal or bank-issued check drawnupon a bank in the U.S. or a money order made payable to TempleUniversity. Tuition is paid after you arrive and register for classes.

Review your I-20/DS 2019 and pay the SEVIS Fee at <fmjfee.com>If you require an I-20/DS 2019 and it is not included in this package,please complete your Certificate of Eligibility Application Form(I-20/DS 2019) and send in the supporting documents as soon as possible. Transfer students should make arrangements for their current I-20/DS 2019 to be released to Temple University after submitting theCertificate of Eligibility Application (I-20/DS 2019). This form can be found at <temple.edu/isss/future-students/documents/i-20_application.pdf>.

Contact a U.S. Embassy or Consulate to apply for your student visa, if neededPlease follow instructions at the US Embassy in your country<usembassy.gov>.

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Activate your AccessNet Account on TUportal• Activate your Temple University AccessNet Account at

<tuportal.temple.edu> as soon as you receive your acceptance package.

• Activate your official TUmail email account (all important University communication is sent via TUmail).

∞ Contact the Help Desk at <[email protected]> if you have difficulty.

Complete Placement Testing and New Student QuestionnaireAll incoming students must complete English and Math PlacementTesting before they arrive at Temple University. Both tests can be takenonline. The link for the online Placement Testing and New StudentQuestionnaire (NSQ) system will be emailed to you at your TU emailaddress after you have submitted your deposit. The purpose of thePlacement Testing is to determine your level in the first year writing andmath courses. The test must be taken without assistance from others,and whatever the score, it will not affect your admission.

Reserve your place for the mandatory New International Student Orientation WeekRegister at <temple.edu/isss> and click on Future Studentsthen Orientation.∞ Temple will provide free transportation from the Philadelphia

International Airport (PHL) to Temple University on January 5 and 6, 2016.

∞ Orientation will take place January 7-10, 2016.

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Request a Room in University HousingTo select a room in University Housing, you must first submit the $250 housing deposit in addition to your tuition deposit. Please visit<temple.edu/housing> to learn more about the selection process and ourfacilities. Room selection is very limited. Please make arrangements as early as possible before leaving your home country.

Visit the CampusIf you are able to visit Philadelphia, you are invited to schedule an individualappointment with an International Admissions Counselor by calling 215-204-4900 or emailing <[email protected].>

Arrive at Temple on January 5 or 6, 2016Arriving in time for orientation will give you adequate time to recover from jetlag, register for classes with an advisor, acclimate to your newsurroundings, meet other new students, and take care of any logisticalneeds before classes begin.

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Check-in with International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS)upon arrivalOnce you have deposited your luggage and recuperated from your travels, you should visit the ISSS office (#2 on campus map) to check-in.Bring your Passport, I-20, I-94 document and a copy of the SEVIS feepayment receipt.

International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS)1700 North Broad Street, Room 203BPhiladelphia, PA 19122Phone: 215-204-7708Email: [email protected]

Attend New International Student Orientation WeekOrientation provides vital information including essential immigrationinformation, academic advising, course registration, social activities, andsmall group discussions covering a wide range of topics related to theacademic and co-curricular experience. It is also a great way to meetother new students.

Arrival Dates . . . . . . . . . . . . January 5 or 6, 2016Orientation . . . . . . . . . . . . . January 7-10, 2016

Register for ClassesYou will register for your courses after you arrive at Temple University. At the New International Student Orientation, you will be able to schedulea registration appointment with your academic advisor.

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Pay Your Tuition BillTuition and fees are paid at the Office of the Bursar after you arrive oncampus and register for courses. For more information on this process,method of payment, and the amounts, please visit <temple.edu/bursar>.

Office of the Bursar (#18 on campus map)1803 N. Broad StreetCarnell Hall, Room 115Philadelphia, PA 19122Phone: 215-204-7269

Get Your Temple University Identification Card (TU ID)You can obtain your Temple University identification card at the DiamondDollars office. You will be asked for your Temple University identification number and your passport.

Diamond Dollars Office (#45B on campus map)1910 Liacouras Walk2nd Floor, Room 202Philadelphia, PA 19122Phone: 215-204-3140

Open a Bank AccountYou will need a Temple University identification card and passport to open a bank account. There are two banks that serve the student population on campus: Philadelphia Federal Credit Union and PNC.

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Enroll in Health InsuranceTemple University requires all international students to carry major medical health insurance. It is strongly recommended that you purchasetravel health insurance before you leave your home country. The travelinsurance should be valid through the first week of class, during whichtime you will have the opportunity to enroll in Temple’s studentinsurance program. Temple's student insurance plan begins September1 and is billed monthly. Insurance payments are not included in tuition.For more information about Temple insurance requirements andprograms available for purchase, please visit <temple.edu/hr/students>.

Buy textbooksCampus BookstoreTemple UniversityMain Campus bookstore(#24A on campus map)13th and Montgomery Streets Howard Gittis Student Center, Lower LevelPhiladelphia, PA 19122Phone: 215-204-5578<temple.bncollege.com>

Begin class on January 11th and enjoy the start of your studies as a Temple University student!

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OnlineAmazon<amazon.com>


CONTACTFor questions about admissions:

International Admissions1803 N. Broad Street, 714 Carnell Hall

Philadelphia, PA 19122 (U.S.A.)Tel: 215-204-4900 | Fax: 215-204-4990

[email protected]/international

Emergency Only

During office hours Weekdays from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM

Martyn Miller: 215-204-7708Primary Designated School Official (PDSO)

During evening and weekend hoursTemple University Campus Safety Services:

215-204-1234

Facebook.com/TempleUniversityInternationalAdmissions


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