The American University of Antigua

AUA requires that all incoming (excluding transfers), Pre-Med, 1st semester Basic Science and Nursing students reside in University-sponsored housing for the first two semesters. Housing is offered on a first-come, first-serve basis. Transfer students are not required to enter university sponsored housing. The enclosed Housing and Transportation Request form and your housing deposit must be received in our New York office within 45 days of your acceptance notification. If you are accepted less than 30 days before class registration, your deposit and forms are due within 10 days from acceptance.

AUA offers a variety of housing options. These range from single rooms in a hotel setting, to two and three-bedroom furnished villas with fully equipped kitchens, living rooms and dining rooms. The housing options are divided into three groups, depending on amenities provided. AUA defines single rooms as bedrooms occupied by one person. Double rooms are bedrooms occupied by two persons. Below, you can view an informative slide show with images of each facility.

All AUA-sponsored housing includes complimentary weekly housekeeping services. Students need to bring their own linens with the exception of pillows - most bedding is queen size. Please double check when you receive your housing assignment.

AUA students may move to non-sponsored housing after their second semester. We encourage our students to use their time during their first year on the island to become familiar with the non-sponsored housing options so they can make an educated decision about future living arrangements.

Housing Descriptions

(Housing options available on a first-come, first-serve basis)
Group I
Group I housing is the most upscale housing facility. There are one-bedroom and two-bedroom suites. They come with full kitchens and the most modern amenities. This housing group is fully furnished and comes supplied with the most up-to-date kitchen appliances and utensils. All have washing machines either in the apartment or on the premises. Group I housing units all have private bathrooms, televisions and are fully air conditioned. Many have decks directly overlooking the water. Cable TV and Internet access is available. This group is about 7 to 10 minutes by car from campus. Electrical service is 110 AC.

Group II
Group II housing includes one- bedroom apartments and two and three- bedroom single-occupancy suites with private bathrooms. Most Group II housing units have a common kitchen and living room. All units are air conditioned, furnished and are supplied with modern kitchen appliances and utensils. All housing has Cable TV, air conditioning and Internet availability. Some of the houses are on or near the beach. This group is about 10 to 15 minutes by car from campus and shopping facilities. Electrical service is 110 AC.

Group III
Group III housing consists of small apartment complexes reserved exclusively for AUA students. Both single and double-occupancy units are fully furnished and air conditioned. Rooms are available with private bath and kitchenette. Amenities include televisions, microwave ovens, coffee makers, mini-refrigerators and laundry facilities. Some apartments have private decks. Cable TV and Internet service are available. This group is about a 5 minute walk to 15 minutes by car from campus. Electrical service is 110 AC with the exception of Cortsland, which is mainly 220V. Transformers are necessary to operate computers etc.

AUA Housing Categories

Housing is divided into 3 category groups: I, II, III, of which the locations can be seen on the map below. Below the map are the descriptions and costs for the housing in each category.

Housing Rates

* Your nonrefundable housing deposit in the amount of $750 USD, is due 45 days prior to class registration. If your acceptance is within that 45 day window, your housing deposit is due within 10 days of the receipt of your acceptance letter.

1 STUDENT (Single) PER BEDROOM
Semester rent (per student)
Group I * : $3,400
Group II * : $3,000
Group III * : $2,600

2 STUDENTS (Double) PER BEDROOM
Semester rent (per student)
Group I * : N/A
Group II *: $1,800
Group III *: $1,400

Important Notes:
*1 = Group I, II, III - Students pay utilities in addition to rent. Utility rates vary based upon consumption. It may range from under $100-$300 per month per student. Internet and cable not provided by University. Student needs to make his/her own arrangements through a third-party service provider. Single occupancy studios carry a $100 upgrade charge per month.

Transportation

The University has arranged reduced rates with an independent bus company to transport students from housing to and from all campus locations. Participating students purchase transportation passes for the semester. All zones: $300.00 US per semester as of January 2009. All zones will schedule two pick ups in the morning and four return trips per day. The University provides free transportation from the school to and from the hospital for student rounds.

Immigration

International students who are not citizens or permanent residents of the United States may need to obtain a B-1 visitor’s visa from a U.S. consulate prior to entering the United States for their clinical clerkships. Some students, such as Canadian citizens, are exempt from the visa requirement. All such international students, however, are required to document the reason for their visit to the United States to officers of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection upon their entry to the United States. Should you have any questions regarding these and other immigration issues, you may contact Charles J. Favata, a U.S. based immigration attorney who has had a long standing relationship with AUA, by calling him at 914-481-8380 or e-mailing him at favata@attglobal.net.

Please visit this website if you would like more information regarding student visas:
http://www.antigua-barbuda.com/travel_tourism/information/passport_visa.asp

Charles J. Favata, Esq.
Law Offices of Charles J. Favata
Practice Limited to Immigration and Naturalization Law
800 Westchester Avenue, Suite 641N
Rye Brook, New York 10573
Tel: 914-481-8380
Fax: 914-872-4063