Lehman College

Lehman College does not offer on-campus housing. However, the college is a part of The City University of New York (CUNY), so students are eligible to receive housing in any of the other housing departments that are affiliated with CUNY. In Bronx, where the college is situated, the average monthly rent for a one-bedroom apartment is $1,605.

F-1 students are allowed to work on campus while they are enrolled in a full-time course at Lehman College. Students are allowed to work part-time for 20 hours per week during regular full-time semesters and they are allowed to work full-time during the Winter and Summer sessions. 

For off-campus employment, students have to complete at least one academic year of study and obtain authorization from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) for certain types of employment, such as Optional Practical Training (OPT) or Curricular Practical Training (CPT). Students who work off school can find employment in retail, restaurants, office assistant, tutoring, and other fields. They are able to make $15 to $20 each hour.

The majority of student evaluations at Lehman College are favorable. Some students mention that the college has various fun clubs and events to attend. Students enjoy the diverse student body. Various programs are organized by the college to help students achieve their career goals.Through guest lectures, workshops, and networking events, students have had the opportunity to interact with seasoned educators and learn about a variety of career options. Students state that the college offers a variety of support services to help students succeed academically and personally.
Some reviews express that the college has some bureaucratic procedures that cause hindrances in studies.

Indian students choose to study at Lehman College for a number of reasons. It is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE). Lehman College is known for its diverse student body, which includes many international students from various backgrounds. The school has high racial diversity. 94% percent of students are minorities or people of color (BIPOC). Lehman College is a public institution with lower tuition rates. According to US News and World Report Lehman College ranked #31 in Regional Universities North, #12 in Top Public Schools, and #5 in Best Value Schools. The estimated average cost of living at Lehman College is  $21,415 per year.

Lehman College is a good choice for international students. It has a very high racial diversity with 94% of students being minorities or people of color (BIPOC). Lehman College is a public college so the tuition rate is significantly lower than as compared to other private universities. The college is in New York which allows students to enjoy city life. The college has strong ties to the local community, providing opportunities for internships and job shadowing, which can be beneficial for international students seeking work experience in U.S.

The following are the documents required in the visa process for Indian students-

• A passport must be valid for at least six months after the planned stay in the United States.
• Passport size photos
• I-20 form and acceptance letter from the college.
• Application form DS-160.
• Receipt of visa application fee.
• The Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) fee has been paid and received.
• Academic Reports
• Results of tests of English proficiency
• Financial records attesting to the availability of funds to pay for Lehman College charges.

Lehman College charges a nonrefundable application fee of $125 (INR 10,454) for graduate programs and for undergraduate programs, it is $65 (INR 5,436). The application fee can be paid online by credit card or e-check. The application fee can be waived for students who are graduate non-degree students at Lehman. 

International students from a non-English speaking country have to submit English proficiency test scores. The scores should not be more than 2 years old. Following are the test scores accepted by Lehman College-

For international students, the tuition fee for a graduate course at Lehman College is $855 per credit. So for a course of 30 credits, it will cost around $25,650 (INR 21,45,321). The fee for Master of Social Work and Doctor of Nursing practice is $1000 per credit and for Doctor of Education, the tuition cost is $835 per credit. Other academic fees are around $342 (INR 28,604).

Yes, Lehman College offers online Bachelor, Masters, Doctorate, and Certification courses. The college offers online Bachelor courses in health services administration, nursing, accounting, African studies, Latin studies, sociology, business, and accounting. The college offers business, education, and health online master's courses. The doctorate course offered at Lehman College is Doctor of Education in Organizational Leadership, Development, and Change (Ed.D.).

According to US News and World Report Lehman College ranked #31 in Regional Universities North, #12 in Top Public Schools, and #5 in Best Value Schools. The college ranked #1 in Top Online Colleges New York.