New Student Information

• Before You Arrive
• Getting to La Verne from the Airport
• Dates for Arrival
• After you Arrive

Before you arrive: Things to know; things to do.

1. Applying for a U.S. Visa
2. What to expect? Steps in applying to study at La Verne.
3. Financial Aid: Some Web Sites

Getting to La Verne  from the Airport

1. Los Angeles Airport

If you are arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), you will need to take a shuttle from the airport to La Verne. The trip will take 1.5 hours - 3 hours.

1. Collect your luggage at the baggage claim, then exit the baggage claim area and proceed to the van stop area on the outer curb.
2. Look for the orange sign that says "Van Shared Ride"
3. You will see a person in a blue jacket with a nametag that says "Super Shuttle Curb Coordinator." This person will arrange a van for you.
4. You will pay the shuttle coordinator $50 for the first person and $9 for each additional person. Tell the van driver you are going to La Verne and give him/her the address of the university. The residence hall (call the Oaks) is on the corner of E Street and First Street--2150 First Street; La Verne. At the Oaks you will look for Building B. See the La Verne Map.

It is customary to give a gratuity for services in the U.S. You should have an extra $2-$3 o give that van driver at the end of your trip.

If you want more information about Super Shuttle service, you can visit their website: http://supershuttle.com/htm/cities/lax.htm Though we recommend using Super Shuttle (it's the cheapest) there are also several other shuttle services, including LAX airport shuttle: http://www.laxairportshuttle.com

2. Ontario Airport

If you are arriving at the Ontario (California) International Airport (ONT). You will need to take a shuttle from the airport to La Verne. The trip will take about 30 minutes - 1 hour.

1. Collect your luggage at the baggage claim.
2. Before you leave the area find the courtesy phone by the doors.
3. Dial 2897 and let the Guest Service Representative know your name, the city, your confirmation number (if you have made a reservation) and how many people are traveling with you.
4. They will arrange SuperShuttle transportation to your destination.
5. You will pay the shuttle coordinator $25 for the first person and $9 for each additional person. Tell the van driver you are going to La Verne and give him/her the address of the university. The residence hall (call the Oaks) is on the corner of E Street and First Street--2150 First Street; La Verne. At the Oaks you will look for Building B. (See Map)
6. It is customary to give a gratuity for services in the U.S. You should have an extra $1-$2 to give that van driver at the end of your trip.

If you would like more information about Super Shuttle service from Ontario International Airport, you can visit their website: http://supershuttle.com/htm/cities/ont.htm

Dates for Arrival, Orientation, and Beginning of Classes

For Students in programs on the semester system (including undergraduates and some other programs)

For students in programs on the term system (including MBA, MHA and some other programs)

See below for a link to all La Verne calendars

After you arrive: Housing and living arrangements at La Verne

Housing

While the ISAS is not officially a placement office, we will do what we can to help students find comfortable housing. The following are suggestions in your search.

• Residence Halls: The residence halls on campus are available to undergraduate and graduate students. Students should try to apply for space as soon as possible. While there is no deadline for application, the sooner you apply, the better are the possibilities that there will be space. For information about housing on campus La Verne Housing and Residential Life: .http://laverne.edu/students/housing/
• Housing in the area--ISAS List: The ISAS keeps a list of housing possibilities that is updated periodically and has brief notes describing the housing. The list is available in the International Student Services. 
• Housing in the area--A Home Stay: An excellent way to begin your stay at La Verne is to live with an American Family. "Home Placement Services" works with the ISAS in helping students find a placement that is comfortable for the student. There is a placement charge for this helpful service and the cost of $625/28 days includes two meals a day.. Questions? Ask at the ISAS or call 619-423-1449.

Calendar for La Verne Programs

Click here to see calendars for the undergraduate college as well as other schools and programs.

Note: If the calendar is not updated, contact the admissions departments--undergraduate or graduate programs