International Accepted Student Checklist

Banner ID Number

This is the nine-digit number, beginning with 800, you received during your application process. This is also referred as “student ID” or “800 number”.

NetID & Email

• NetID: This is your primary username at Brockport. It is the first letter of your first name, followed by the first 4 letters of your last name, followed by a number. To activate/start using your account, follow the instructions on the NetID Lookup and Password Change System page.
• Brockport Email: Your university email address is your NetID followed by @brockport.edu. Regularly check your Brockport Webmail. All official communication will be sent to this account, including your student tuition bill and course schedule updates.
• Students will have a NetID and Brockport Email generated within 72 hours of paying their deposit to attend Brockport.
  • Exchange students: You will receive your NetID in your Brockport acceptance letter.

Download Authenticator App to Access Multi-Factor Authentication

Follow the Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) Instructions to install the Authenticator app and register your devices with SUNY Brockport. This is required in order to access most SUNY Brockport systems. Once you download the Authenticator app, do not delete it!

Housing Deposit & Selection

To pay your housing deposit, log into your Admissions Application Portal. After you pay your housing deposit, you will receive an email with instructions to complete your housing application through the Housing Portal. This is your opportunity to list your preferences, including who you’d like to room with (if you have a roommate in mind). 

For exchange students: Your housing deposit will be waived automatically. Once you receive your acceptance letter from Brockport, use your NetID and password to log into the Residential Life Online Housing Portal.

Course Selection

Please provide your course preferences by logging in to your Admissions Application Portal.

• First year students should find a form called “First Semester Registration”.
• Transfer students should find a form called “Start Class Registration”.
• Graduate students: Please monitor your SUNY Brockport email account for updated information regarding advisement. If you have any immediate concerns, feel free to contact your academic department.

Exchange students: Upload your Course Preference Form to your online account or email to: iss@brockport.edu

A valid visa is essential for entering and re-entering the U.S. To obtain one, you should follow the below steps, according to your intended visa status.

Obtain Your I-20

Once admitted to SUNY Brockport, you will need to submit proof of financial support equal to 1 year of study (minus any scholarships you have received). Complete the International Student Financial Statement and upload it to your online application.

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Apply for your F-1 Student Visa

Use the Study in the States website to guide you through the application process. We also recommend reviewing NAFSA’s 10 Points To Remember When Applying for a Student Visa. You will need to complete the steps below. Note: Canadian passport holders only need to complete up to Step 1.

1. Pay your SEVIS I-901 fee
2. Complete your visa application (DS-160)
3. Set up your visa interview

You will need the following documents when attending your visa appointment:

• I-20 form (all 3 pages)
• Letter of acceptance to SUNY Brockport
• Financial support documentation
• Scholarship or assistantship notification letter (only if you have been awarded an assistantship from Brockport)
• SEVIS I-901 payment receipt

Transfer Students

If you are in the US on an F-1 visa and are transferring to SUNY Brockport, you will need to complete the SEVIS Transfer form that is on your application checklist. Once your record is released from your current institution, ISS will create and provide you with an updated SUNY Brockport I-20.

Make your Travel Arrangements

The International Student Services (ISS) office will provide transportation from Rochester airport, bus, or train stations to Brockport on the designated arrival/move-in dates. The closest airport to SUNY Brockport is the Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC).

If you choose to arrive on a date other than those specified by ISS, you will need to arrange your own transportation. Please see our Arrival Information page to learn more about our move-in/airport pickup details. Please also see our Accepted Student Frequently Asked Questions page for more information about transportation, packing, and life on campus. 

Once you have made your arrangements, please complete the orientation registration below and provide your travel details.

Register for Orientation

Orientation is mandatory for all new international students. Some of the things we do during these few days are:

• Pick you up from the airport or transit station
• Assist you with on-campus housing and meal plans
• Cover important immigration information
• Organize excursions to welcome you to Brockport and Rochester
• Prepare you for life in a U.S. classroom

Complete the International Orientation Registration to RSVP and provide us your travel arrangements.

Please see our International Student Orientation page for the orientation schedule and resources. 

Your Brockport ID will give you access to your residence hall, dining halls, the gym, etc. Upload your ID photo following the instructions so that you can have your ID card ready and waiting for you when you arrive to campus.

Once you have been registered for classes, you must follow the instructions to affirm your enrollment through Web Banner. Your scholarships and tuition waivers will not show on your bill until you have affirmed.

• All students are required to submit immunization records.
• Obtain a copy of your immunization records from your health care provider, high school, or a previous college and upload them to My Hazen. Read more about your requirements and submit your records to Hazen Health Center.

All international students are enrolled in the SUNY health insurance plan. Your insurance card will be provided during international orientation.

Start thinking about what you’ll bring to campus! Check out our International Student FAQ’s for a list of all the essentials for residence hall living. 

Documents to Carry

In order to enter the United States, you will need to have the following documents. Be sure to pack these documents in your carry-on bag:

• A valid passport
• Your F-1 student visa (except for Canadian students)
• Your I-20 form
• Financial documentation to show adequate financial resources
• Your SUNY Brockport acceptance letter
• SEVIS I-901 payment receipt

Retrieving your I-94 Form

Your I-94 Arrival-Departure Record is issued by an immigration officer at your port of entry into the U.S. This I-94 is extremely important as it indicates your visa status and the date when your permission to remain in the U.S. expires. Most likely your I-94 will be electronic, however if you are issued a paper I-94, it must be always kept in your passport. You can retrieve your I-94 Retrieval Number online.

Check the Academic Calendar for additional dates such as tuition and housing deposits, first and last days of classes, withdrawal periods, vacation periods, etc.

Degree-seeking students only:

• High School Transcript - As soon as possible after final grades are posted
  • Submit your final high school transcripts to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions, 350 New Campus Drive, Brockport, NY 14420
• AP, IB, and/or college course credits - As soon as possible after final grades are posted
  • Request your official AP, IB and/or college transcripts be sent to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions, 350 New Campus Drive, Brockport, NY 14420

All new, residential students will automatically be enrolled in a meal plan. ISS recommends that you try out the dining halls during the first week of classes. After that, you can update your meal plan options based on your personal needs. You can change your meal plan through the BASC Online Account portal during the first two weeks of the semester. Don’t miss this deadline if you plan to change your meal plan! Please note that only one change to a meal plan can be made starting the week before classes begin. 

Add or update your ICE (In Case of Emergency) contacts in Web Banner. If you don’t submit this information, a hold may be placed on your record. 

You must understand your rights and responsibilities as a member of our campus community. Make sure to read and accept the Student Code of Conduct through Web Banner. If you don’t accept the Student Code of Conduct, a hold will be placed on your record.  Please also read the Academic Dishonesty Policy as you must understand and adhere to Brockport’s standards for academic integrity. 

If you are a student with a disability, visit Student Accessibility Services to learn about our services and complete the Registration Form for any necessary accommodations.