Virtual Resource Table

Day-to-Day Needs

• How to Open A Bank Account
• How to Get A Driver's License or NYS ID
• Applying for a SSN (Social Security Number)- only eligible if you have an offer for paid employment

Financial/Paying Your Bill

• Student Accounts
  • Tuition & Fee Cost Charts
  • Financial Liability for Dropping Courses or Withdrawing
  • Youtube Video: Setting Up ERefunds- highly recommended that you do this, otherwise any refunds will be mailed to your permanent address
  • Youtube Video: Set Up an Authorized User- to allow a parent or sponsor to pay on your behalf
  • Youtube Video: Enroll in an E-Payment Plan
• Paying your Bill Using Flywire
  • Video: Making Secure Payments through Flywire
  • Flywire Payments from India
• Financial Planning Resources

Campus Resources

• The University Guidebook-- your guide to campus departments and units
• Orientation Map
• Email Etiquette 101
• Academic Tutoring Resources for Undergraduates
• Career Services
• How to Download the GlobalProtect VPN - key to accessing secure systems off-campus and overseas!
• How to Download the DUO Login App for MyUAlbany email -- we highly recommended that you download the mobile app!
• Speaking "UAlbanese" Blog-- the UAlbany community has it's own culture and it's own language. Check out this fun blog--put together by UAlbany students-- to learn about some of the phrases and terms you might hear on campus
• Community and Public Service Program - learn how to get involved and volunteer for the community; remote volunteer opportunities also available!
• English Language Resources and Help for Students

Getting to Know Albany & the Surrounding Area

• International Connections-- a guide to local restaurant, food markets, religious and ethnic organizations (a staff favorite!)
• Shopping Information
• UAlbany and Area Information-- including popular apps, using MyUAlbany, and more
• Housing Information, including Tenants Rights