Office of Student Affairs
Welcome to our community at the School of Visual Arts. SVA is an inclusive and compassionate community, where all are welcome regardless of nationality, religion, race, or sexual orientation.
Starting with Orientation week, Student Affairs supports many aspects of life at SVA by creating an experience that is both relevant and exciting for the student body to participate in while utilizing the infinite opportunities New York City has to offer. Student Affairs encompasses the offices of Residence Life, Student Engagement and Leadership, Disability Resources, and Student Health and Counseling Services. Whether you are a new student or a seasoned member of the community, there are many ways to connect with the campus community and enhance your student experience at SVA.
- Live in on-campus housing with access to a unique community experience with fellow student artists.
- Make use of resources for support and success, such as Student Health & Counseling Services and Disability Resources.
- Participate in a variety of activities through Student Engagement and Leadership, such as clubs, VASA, WSVA Radio, Visual Opinion, and much more.
- Check out the Student Activities Calendar featuring events for current SVA students.
- Visit us in our virtual space in Gather.Town SVA Concourse. What is Gather Town? Find out here!
New York Voter Registration Information
General Election Dates and Deadlines for New York State!
October 25, 2025
Voter Registration deadline (in person and online)
October 25, 2025
Absentee Ballot Request deadline (online)
October 25, 2025 - November 2, 2025
Early Voting Period - Vote early in person before Election Day
November 4, 2025
General Election Day - Polls are open 6am to 9pm.
Vote in person at your designated poll site if you did not participate in early voting.
- Find your poll site here.
- November 4 is the last day to postmark your absentee ballot or drop it off at a poll site!
Information about NYC elections is regularly updated at vote.nyc.
Registering to vote is a great way to become an active member of your NYC/NY State communities and participate in local and state elections! Information about registration deadlines can be found here. Learn more about Ranked-Choice Voting here.
To register to vote in the Empire State, New Yorkers must:
- Be a U.S. citizen
- Be at least 18 years old
- Be a resident of NYS and the county, city or village for at least 30 days before the election
- Not be in prison for a felony conviction
- Not be adjudged mentally incompetent by a court
- Not claim the right to vote elsewhere
The Student Voting Guide for New York provides access to general voting resources.
Fall 2025 Voter Registration Drive
Let us help you register to vote! It only takes a few minutes!
NYC residents can also register to vote online, through the vote.nyc application page available here!
Drive dates and locations: September 22 - October 20, 2025
- SVA Library (Main: 380 2nd Ave, 2nd Floor) (West: 133 W 21st St, lower level) Mon-Thurs 8:30am-8:00pm, Fri 8:30am-6:00pm
- Honors/VCS Library (133 W 21st St, 4th Floor) Mon-Thurs 4:00pm-9:30pm, Fri 2:00pm-6:30pm
- Registrar Office (205 E 23rd St) Mon-Fri 9am-5pm
- Office of Student Affairs (340 E 24th St) Mon-Fri 9am-5pm
Visit vote.nyc for more information about registration deadlines.
Other Voting Resources
Connecticut Voter Registration
New Jersey Voter Registration
Additional Resources
- Voter registration information by state, and general resources
- Requesting Absentee Ballot for US Citizen living abroad/while abroad
- Absentee ballot request and voter registration services for ALL U.S. voters in ALL states, at home and abroad, including Military status resources
- Track your absentee ballot by state
Civic Engagement Resources
- 5calls.org provides contact information for government agencies and representatives at the local and federal levels, as well as information regarding active initiatives. The site provides detailed information and suggested scripts on points for consideration, so sharing your concerns and opinions is quick and easy. You can filter active issues by location as well.
- Constitution Day is celebrated annually in September and commemorates the day in 1787 when the U.S. Constitution was signed at the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia. To learn more about the U.S. Constitution visit the U.S. Senate website, or pick up a free pocket-sized edition at Student Affairs (340 East 24th Street).
NJ Transit’s Student Discount
Learn more about the NJ Transit Student Pass here.
How to sign up for Student Pass:
- Log onto your school website
- MyID.SVA.Edu
- Search for the NJ TRANSIT tile/app to be redirected to the NJ transit registration page.
- Note, there are two tiles/app; one for new enrollees (create account) and one for returning enrollees (re-enroll).
- Students are required to enroll each semester for the discount.
- Follow the steps on screen to complete the registration and verify your student information.
- Then download the NJ TRANSIT Mobile App and enter your Student Pass login information
The discounted student monthly pass is available exclusively through the NJ TRANSIT Mobile App.
Need assistance? Please contact studentaffairs@sva.edu.
SVA Parent E-News
SVA parents are encouraged to subscribe to SVA Parent E-news to receive important updates. Distributed by the Office of Student Affairs, SVA Parent E-news provides helpful information relevant to parents of students currently enrolled at SVA. E-news blasts will inform parents of important college-wide updates from time to time. If you wish to receive e-news blasts, please click the button below.
Student Affairs FAQ
1. Is there a meal plan?
SVA does not offer a meal plan. Moe’s Cafe is an on campus dining facility which offers a meal card. Students can email moescafe@sva.edu for more information.
2. Where can I find information about SVA and campus policies?
The SVA Handbook is a living document that can be accessed on its dedicated page.
3. How do I apply for scholarships?
The office of Financial Aid can assist with scholarship related questions. Contact fa@sva.edu for more information. Additional information about SVA Tuition and Fees is available on the SVA website.
4. When do I have to pay my bill?
The office of Student Accounts can assist with questions regarding billing and payment. Contact studentaccounts@sva.edu for more information.
5. How do I waive the student health insurance?
The office of Student Health and Counseling will be able to provide you with more information on how to waive the student health insurance. Contact health@sva.edu for assistance.
6. How do I sign up for housing?
For information on housing visit, see Residence Life.
7. Where do I go to obtain an enrollment verification?
You can contact the Registrar’s office at registrar@sva.edu for assistance.
8. Can I defer my enrollment?
Incoming students should contact the office of Admissions at admissions@sva.edu for assistance.
9. Who’s my academic advisor and how do I contact them?
To find your academic advisor visit Advisement.
10. What do I do if I need to make changes to my schedule?
Your academic advisor can assist you with changes to your class schedule changes. To find your academic advisor visit Advisement.
11. How do I know what supplies I’ll need for my classes?
Your instructors will provide you with information on the materials you will need for the semester.
12. I’m a parent and I would like to register to receive email notifications from SVA.
Parents and/or guardians can sign-up for SVA Parent E-News here.
13. Is SVA safe?
Yes! You can learn more about our on-campus security measures by visiting Campus Safety.