International Students

Living in NYC

Located in the heart of NYC, Hunter College offers a variety of residential options for our students. Residents are involved in a number of social, educational, and cultural programs designed to enhance their out-of-the classroom education and to promote positive relationships within the residences and the community at large.

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Small Family in a Large Community

Hunter College has a diverse student body of 17,000 undergraduate students. As an international student, you would be a part of this large diverse family while also being supported by the more intimate community within the International Students Office at Hunter College.

For more information about services offered, please visit the International Students Office website.

Meet Our Students

From academic success tips, to the NYC experience, and even the social scene, our current students are here to tell you all about the Hunter College community. Chet with international and local students to learn why they chose Hunter College.

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Student Support

Hunter College offers a variety of academic and student support services for students to succeed. Take a closer look at the academics, student support, programs, and student life at Hunter to get a glimpse into your life as a future Hunter Hawk.

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You should submit a freshman application if you are a senior in high school or a high school equivalency graduate and you have not enrolled in another college or university.

You should submit a transfer application:

• if you have attended another college or university.
• or if you are seeking a second Bachelor's degree.
• or if you are a current non-degree student at Hunter and you want to matriculate.

The Office of Undergraduate Admissions & Recruitment can help you with any questions about applying to the College. Please contact us if you have any questions.

Office of Undergraduate Admissions is excited to offer you many opportunities to get to know Hunter College better. Join us for an Admissions Information Session to hear from an Admissions Counselor and get a general overview of Hunter College, academic programs, admission requirements, and student life by visiting our Campus Visits page. There is even a virtual tour option for those who may not be able to visit in-person yet.

Students need to be accepted to Hunter College prior to starting their visa applications. After you have been admitted to Hunter College, the next step to studying in the United States is to apply for the appropriate visa at the American Embassy in your country.

One of the most important aspects of pursuing your Bachelor's degree is figuring out the best way to finance it. There are several resources available for you to review:

• CUNY Resources and Information for International Students
• Information for International Students
• Grants for International Students