what to leave at home
You can obtain a booklet on customs regulations at the consulate or embassy where you acquire your visa. Prohibited items include some foodstuffs, narcotics, and items for resale. For more information, visit the website of the US Customs Service at: http://www.cbp.gov/xp/cgov/travel/leavingarrivinginUS/
Since students are expected to buy required textbooks for all courses, and supplemental reading materials for review and research are available in libraries, you need not bring any books used in previous study.
It is best to purchase electrical appliances after you arrive: appliances manufactured outside the U.S. may not be compatible with the power supply or may not be allowed inside the residence halls.
Arranging for mail
Until you have a mailing address in Saint Mary’s College, you may have your letters mailed to you in care of the Center for International Programs, Saint Mary’s College of California , P.O. Box 3091 , Moraga , CA 94575-3091 . "Hold for arrival" should be marked on the envelope.
