International Students

Students representing more than 160 countries are enrolled at the State University of New York. The opportunity to take advantage of more than 5,000 courses of undergraduate study, work with honored and highly recognized faculty, and interact with students from New York State, across the United States, and all over the world are just a few of the reasons these students chose SUNY. (You are considered an International Student if you are not a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or do not have refugee status in the United States.)

As you search for the best college to meet your academic and personal needs, we encourage you to utilize the resources SUNY offers to assist you in making the right choice.

The SUNY Recruitment Response Center is staffed from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., EST, Monday through Friday. The telecounselors handle hundreds of calls each day and answer questions ranging from "How do I get information about a campus?" to "Did you receive my application?" The staff also respond to email and instant message inquiries.

The Admissions Offices at SUNY campuses are staffed with counselors who can answer all sorts of questions about academic programs, admissions criteria, and student life. You may meet campus admissions staff near your home as they attend college fairs and visit high schools. Campus web sites are also a wealth of information.

For students living in the New York City area, we encourage you to utilize the SUNY Metropolitan Recruitment Center (MRC). The staff in the MRC are knowledgeable and experienced counselors who provide information about all SUNY campuses, the admission process, and financial assistance. The MRC also hosts a variety of workshops and campus visitation programs.