Program Overview
Welcome to the
Haggerty English Language Program (HELP) at the State University of New York at New Paltz! Our English as a Second Language features a student-centered curriculum designed to education international students both linguistically and culturally. As students in our program, you will:
- prepare for admission to the Dual Diploma Program
- receive excellent English Language instruction from experienced faculty members
- be provided with assistance and mentorship from faculty and advisors
- have opportunities for cultural experiences and cross-cultural exchange
- learn real English skills that will be helpful in the classroom setting and in your daily life
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Our Location
Located in the beautiful Hudson Valley, only 90 minutes north of New York City, SUNY New Paltz offers the best of both worlds. Our location allows students to experience a traditional American college campus while being just a train or bus ride away from Times Square. Our campus offers a beautiful view of the Shawangunk Mountains and easy access to outdoor recreation such as hiking, kayaking, climbing and biking as well as a variety of restaurants, specialty shops, historic sites, and local entertainment venues.
We warmly invite you to
join us on a virtual tour of our campus.
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Admission
Step one - Start your application and create your profile
To apply to this program, please click APPLY NOW box at the top of this page and follow the instructions to submit your application.
Note: If this is your first time applying to a program, you will first create an account. Please follow the instructions. You will be asked for an "Academic Interest." Please choose Undeclared.
Step two - Submit required Pre-Decision documents.
Applicants must submit the following documents to complete their application:
- Financial Document(s) - Please upload a bank statement in your name or a sponsor's name issued within the past 3 months. The bank statement must document sufficient funds to cover your costs at New Paltz. If the bank statement is in a sponsor's name, please download the Letter of Sponsorship form and have your sponsor fill it out. Attach all documents.
- Passport Copy - Scan the photo page of your passport.
Step three - Submit Post-Decision Documents
Once your application is accepted, we will issue an I-20 and send it to you. You will then need to log in to your application and complete the Post-Decision section.
- Airport Pick-Up Request (Summer)
- On-Campus Housing Request
- Health Report and Physician's Certificate form.
- Confirmation of Program Details (CQUE Summer ESL) requires you to digital sign (type your name) to show that you understand the program.
Step four - Review Learning Content.
The learning contents on the left-hand side of your application provide all of the important information you need while preparing to study at SUNY New Paltz, including the official airport pick-up dates, housing information, tuition costs and payment details. Although failure to review learning contents will not affect your opportunity to study at New Paltz, we strongly encourage you to read those materials.
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Tuition and Living Expenses
The amounts shown below reflect the amount that must be documented for your I-20.
Please note that Books & Personal Expenses are NOT part of your SUNY New Paltz bill. The U.S. government requires that you document enough funds to cover your bill plus additional expenses.
| |
Summer 2020 |
| Class Fees |
$2,550 |
| Health Insurance |
$263 |
| University Fees |
$474 |
| Room & Board |
$2,509 |
| Books and Personal Expenses |
$850 |
| I-20 Total (Rounded) |
$6,650 |
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Paying for Your Education
You will receive a bill online after you have arrived and been registered for classes. The payment due date will be available on your bill or in your my.newpaltz.edu webpage (under Money).
You have several options to pay for your tuition, fees and living expenses, but we recommend that you pay online with a credit card. Alternatively you may pay when you arrive at New Paltz using cash, traveler's check, personal check, or credit card.
You may also pay with an international wire transfer but your bank may charge fees for this service. This process should be completed before you arrive on our campus. Please contact the bank in your home country to request specific information about fees and procedures for transferring money to the United States. Once you have contacted your bank, notify the Office of Student Accounts that you will be sending a wire transfer and request the Routing Number and Swift Code. You may contact the Student Account Office by telephone at (845) 257-3150 or by e-mail at stuacct@newpaltz.edu. More information about payment can be found in Office of Student Accounts website.
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Orientation
We provide an orientation for all new students. During orientation you will learn about campus resources, events, and take your placement tests. These tests will help us determine the best level of ESL for you.
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Health Insurance
All international students are required to purchase the State University of New York Health Insurance Policy. We do not accept applications for a waiver of the insurance requirement. The international student health insurance plan is offered by United Health Care (www.uhcsr.com) and provides access to excellent medical services in the local area, full coverage of prescription medication, and treatment for pre-existing conditions, as well as medical evacuation and repatriation. It is readily accepted by physicians and hospitals throughout the United States.
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Housing and Meal Plan
You can reserve a room on campus by completing the Housing License as part of your pre-arrival questionnaire by the deadline. All students living on campus are required to have a meal plan.
Please note that bedding is not provided in the Residence Halls even during the first night of your stay. All students are required to provide their own twin-XL bedding. You can either bring bedding or purchase it during orientation.
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Official Airport Pick-up Date
The center for International Programs provides bus transportation to New Paltz from John F Kennedy Airport (JFK) in New York City. The official arrival pick-up date for the semester of Summer 2020 is scheduled on Monday June 29, 2020.
If you have signed up for pick-up, but for any reason, you are not able to arrive during the time as specified or change your travel plans, please notify our office by emailing international@newpaltz.edu or calling the office at (845) 257-3595. The detailed information regarding airport pick-up will be emailed to you from SUNY New Paltz approximately one week before the scheduled arrival date.
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Important Dates
| Semester |
Summer 2020 |
| Official airport pick-up date |
Monday, June 29 |
| On campus move-in date |
Monday, June 29 |
| Check-in date and orientation begins |
Tuesday, June 30 |
| First day of class |
Wednesday, July 1 |
| Last day of class |
Tuesday, August 4 |
| End of semester (Session) |
Tuesday, August 4 |
| Residence Halls close at 10a.m. |
Wednesday, August 5 |
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