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2025 International Week
March 25-30th, 2025
International Week offers an engaging program to midshipmen from all over the world. Guests will have the opportunity to sit in on courses taught by renowned scholars, explore a beautiful college campus, and even tour a retired aircraft carrier. International midshipmen will benefit from keynotes and panels featuring subject-matter experts, and will leave having made connections that will transcend borders.
About the Experience:
Itinerary
March 25
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Check-in and welcome
March 26
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Participate in Naval Physical Training
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Sit in on Yale classes
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Campus tour from Yale midshipmen
March 27
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Tour the Intrepid Museum
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Explore New York City
March 28-29
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Leadership and Strategy Conference programming
March 30
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Departure
Travel Info
From JFK Intl. Airport (preferred)
Step 1: JFK AirTrain to Jamaica Station - After arriving at JFK, follow signs for the AirTrain (automated rail service that connects JFK terminals to public transit). - Take the AirTrain to Jamaica Station (fare: $8.25). - Estimated travel time: ~10 minutes. Step 2: Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) to Penn Station (New York City) - At Jamaica Station, transfer to the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) train to Penn Station in Manhattan. - Estimated travel time: ~20-30 minutes. - Fare: ~$7-$10 during off-peak hours, slightly more during peak times. Step 3: Metro-North Train to New Haven - From Penn Station, walk or take a subway (the 1, 2, or 3 subway line downtown) to Grand Central Terminal (roughly a 15-minute trip). - At Grand Central, take the Metro-North New Haven Line train to New Haven’s Union Station. - Estimated travel time: ~2 hours. - Fare: ~$15-$25, depending on peak/off-peak hours. Step 4: Taxi or Shuttle to Yale Campus - From New Haven Union Station, take a quick taxi or local shuttle (about $10-$15) to Phelps Gate at Yale University, about a 10-minute drive.
From Newark Liberty Intl. Airport
Step 1: AirTrain from Newark Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport Station - After arriving, follow signs for the AirTrain. This automated train connects all terminals to the Newark Liberty Airport Rail Station. - Take the AirTrain to Newark Liberty International Airport Station. - Fare: Free within the airport, $8 if you need to buy a ticket to Penn Station. - Travel Time: ~5-10 minutes. Step 2: NJ Transit or Amtrak Train to New York Penn Station - At Newark Liberty Airport Station, take an NJ Transit or Amtrak train to New York Penn Station. - Fare: ~$15 for NJ Transit, more for Amtrak. - Travel Time: ~30 minutes. Step 3: Metro-North Train to New Haven - Once at Penn Station, walk (or take the 1, 2, or 3 subway line) to Grand Central Terminal in Manhattan. - From Grand Central, take the Metro-North New Haven Line to New Haven Union Station. - Estimated Travel Time: ~2 hours. - Fare: ~$15-$25, depending on peak/off-peak hours. Step 4: Taxi or Shuttle to Yale Campus - From New Haven’s Union Station, take a quick taxi or shuttle ride to the Yale campus, about a 10-minute drive. - Fare: $10-$15.
From Bradley International Airport
Book an Uber in Advance: Use an Uber for a direct ride from Bradley Airport to New Haven. Booking ahead is recommended to ensure availability. Pickup Location: Direct your Uber to meet you at the Ground Transportation area after retrieving your luggage. Travel Time: This trip usually takes around 1.5 hours. Cost: Prices are generally around $85 for a 4-person Uber, or $150 for a 6-person Uber.
Lodging
Accommodations at the Omni Hotel are included in the ticket price. If the ticket price presents a financial barrier to attending, we can offer a discounted ticket, with guests being hosted by Yale midshipmen.