“Know Before You Go” Guide: Boston
The Global Scholars Boston site staff are so excited for your arrival in Boston! In this guide,
you will find action items to complete before departure and information on several
important topics. Please read through everything thoroughly to make sure you are
prepared for departure.
Documentation Reminders
Be prepared to show physical copies of the following documentation to a border agent in
Boston:
• Passport with required visa documents (if applicable)
• Proof of funds — it is unlikely students not needing a visa will be asked to show
proof of their ability to financially support themselves in Boston. But to be safe,
students can print out a bank statement showing they have access to funds while
abroad for food, etc. if requested by a border agent.
• Global Scholars Letter of Enrollment (available in your Application Status Check)
• A copy of your flight itinerary (e-ticket printed out from Advantage Travel or
independent airline)
• Proof of vaccination
Group Flight Information
Group Flight Preparation
• Review your itinerary – Review your e-ticket email from Advantage Travel for your
flight details and confirmation, including baggage.
o Domestic travelers are responsible for covering the cost of their baggage—
see your flight itinerary for specifics.
o If you have questions about your itinerary, please contact Patty at Advantage
Travel ([email protected]).
• Wear Northeastern attire – Please wear Northeastern colors (Red/Black) while
traveling so our site staff can find you more easily upon arrival.
• Group Flight Delays/Cancellations – If there is a travel delay or cancellation, you
will either be contacted by Advantage Travel with new flight information OR
instructed by the airline.
o The group flight transportation will automatically adjust to meet the new
flight time(s).
o If you are arriving via flight connection to your group flight hub city, contact
Advantage travel with any connection flight delays or cancellations:
+1.800.788.1980 (during normal business hours) or +1.315.882.5931
(emergencies outside of business hours).
Group Flight Check-in
• Students should arrive at their departure airport about 3 to 4 hours before the flight
departs.
• Check in at the airline counter and proceed through security. You will likely be able
to identify other Northeastern group flight travelers at the gate.
• If you are connecting from another city to the group flight, please follow the airline
and airport instructions for domestic connections.
Group Flight Arrival Information
Please find your group flight information here.
Please note that slight time changes may occur with the group flights listed below. Please
refer to your booking for the most up to date times.
Group Flight #1: Delta Airlines Flight 926 from San Francisco, CA
• Departure: San Francisco International Airport, January 4, 7:10 a.m. (PST)
• Arrival: Boston Logan International Airport, January 4, 3:55 p.m. (EST)
Group Flight #2: American Airlines Flight 1578 from Los Angeles, CA
• Departure: Los Angeles International Airport, January 5, 7:50 a.m. (PST)
Arrival: Boston Logan International Airport, January 5, 4:19 p.m. (EST)
Arriving at Boston Logan International Airport
• Walk from your gate to your airline’s baggage claim. You will exit the security area
and descend to the first floor of the airport.
o American Airlines uses carousels 2 & 3.
o Delta Airlines uses carousels 1,2, 3 and 4.
• Staff members wearing teal shirts can be found in both baggage claim areas. They
will give you instructions on how to proceed to the bus.
• Upon your arrival you must check in with a staff member.
• If you have difficulty finding a staff member, please contact Celia Reilly at
+1.857.278.7863
Ground Transportation for Independent Travelers
If you plan to arrive earlier or at the same time as the listed group flights above, and
receive a confirmation email from our site staff, then you are able to take the ground
transportation to the site location.
Independent Arrival for Non-Ground Transportation Travelers
Upon arrival in Boston, you have the option of taking a ride share or taxi to your assigned
residence hall or take public transit.
Please remember your check in time slot. You must arrive within your allotted time to ensure an
orderly move in for everyone.
Taxi or ride share instructions:
Rideshare apps perform pickups in the Central Parking garage. Each terminal has a
designated pickup area within Central Parking with the exception of Terminal B. Follow the
signs for Central Parking and locate your terminal’s Rideshare pickup location.
• If you arrive at Terminal B, you have the option of requesting pick-up from Terminal
B Arrivals on the second story.
If you require accessibility accommodations, you may request pickup from accessible
locations at your terminal.
• More information is available on the Boston Logan Airport website.
Public Transit instructions:
Take the Silver Line SL2 bus from Terminal B to South Station. Get on the Red Line
Northbound (heading to Alewife) one stop to Downtown Crossing. Switch to the Orange
Line Southbound (heading for Forest Hills) and get off at Ruggles station.
• More information is available on the MBTA website.
Travel delays/cancellations for Independent Travelers
If you have a travel delay or cancellation that means you will arrive later than 6:00 p.m.
(EST), please inform us of your new arrival day/time so we can coordinate your check-in to
the student residence. Please note that site staff will assist you with any missed
Orientation content.
Emergency Phone Numbers for Day of Travel
• If you need urgent program assistance on January 4 or January 5:
o Before your departure to Boston, contact your Boston-based Associate
Director, Jasmine Williams at +1.617.373.5973 or
o En route or upon arrival in Boston, contact your local airport site staff, Celia
Reilly at +1.857.278.7863.
• For Group Flight travelers who need urgent assistance from our travel agent:
o Advantage Travel: +1.800.788.1980 (during normal business hours)
o Advantage Travel: +1.315.882.5931 (emergencies outside of business hours)
• For international travel health and safety emergencies only, contact the Global
Support Network: +1.857.214.5332.
Student Accommodation Address
Refer to the housing assignment email you received from Housing and Residential Life for
your specific housing assignment (addresses listed below):
• East Village: 291 St Botolph St, Boston, MA 02115
• International Village: 1155 Tremont St, Boston, MA 02120
Global Scholars Packing Guide
Please use the below list as a guideline to pick and choose what is essential for you. Do
additional research to identify items you may want to bring to Boston. This is a basic list for
reference.
Northeastern Global Experience suggests that all participants travel with no more than
two pieces of luggage.
Clothing
• Water-resistant footwear
• Sturdy hiking/walking shoes
• Pair of flip-flops
• Socks
• Underwear
• Shorts
• Swimsuit
• Hat
• Professional outfit (a nice pair of pants/skirt; nice button-down top or blouse)
• Skirts/pants
• Shirts
• Scarves and gloves
• Sweaters/sweatshirts
• Jackets/coats (for various weather conditions)
• Sleepwear
• Athletic wear (for exercising, sports, hiking)
Documents
Please refer to your specific visa/travel process for documents or materials you will need to
travel with. The below items are a general guidance for all students.
• Passport
• Visa documents (if applicable)
• Flight itinerary (boarding pass will be issued directly to the participants by the airline at
the airport)
• Photo ID
• Copies of all credit/debit cards, passport and visa (and leave copies at home)
• Health insurance card/documentation
• Emergency contact and arrival information
Medicine and Toiletries
• Prescription medicine: Make sure you can travel internationally with your prescription;
verify what documentation you need to legally transport your prescription. If possible,
consult with your doctor about obtaining a supply of all medications for the duration of
the program.
• Comb/brush
• Travel-sized toiletries and cosmetics
• Deodorant
• Over-the-counter medicine
• Feminine hygiene products
• Razors/nail clippers
• Extra eyeglasses and sunglasses
• Contact lenses and solutions
• Sunscreen/bug spray
Miscellaneous
• Laptop/charger
• Adapter and voltage converter
• Phone/charger (and/or camera)
• Portable charger
• Headphones
• Ear plugs
• Books (or e-readers)
• Water bottle
• Duffle bag/backpack
• Towel/washcloth
• Umbrella/raincoat
• Scientific calculator (only applicable to certain courses)
• (Optional) A small amount of local currency ($50-$100)
• Textbooks (if applicable)
Items Provided at NU Boston
Please note that each student room will include the following:
• Twin XL bed
• Desk
• Desk Chair
• Dresser
• Closet or Wardrobe
Items Not Provided at NU Boston
Please consider packing the following items as they will not be provided:
• Bed linens – Please bring or plan to personally purchase a linen pack with a pillow,
pillowcase, fitted sheets for Twin (or Twin XL), and duvet.
• Power strips
• Clothes hangers
Baggage Suggestions:
Please pack only what you can carry yourself in one trip. Visit your airline’s baggage
policies for details on baggage allowances and weight limits.
Due to an increase in baggage delays, we also recommend that you:
• Pack important items (especially any medications) in your carry-on luggage.
• Pack enough clothes and toiletries for 2 days in your carry-on luggage.
• Make your checked baggage easily distinguishable by adding brightly colored
baggage tags or ribbons.
• Take a photo of your bag before checking it.
• (Optional) Bag trackers (i.e. AirTags) are also becoming increasingly more popular.
Lost Baggage
Upon arrival, if your baggage does not arrive at baggage claim:
1. (Group Flight participants) Inform the Northeastern site staff at the airport that your
bag has been lost or did not arrive.
2. (Any participant) Visit the airlines’ lost baggage station and complete a claim.
Finally, don’t forget to download the MentorHub App! This app will serve as the main
channel for program communications moving forward.
As always, if you have any questions, please contact our central office in Boston
at [email protected] or +1.617.373.6447.
Sincerely,
The Global Scholars Program
Global Experience Office
Northeastern University
