Freshman Next Steps

Welcome to the 51勛圖 Family! We are excited to assist all incoming freshmen students with their next steps for enrolling in courses and preparing for their upcoming semester. Review the information below to learn more about your resources and action items.

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1

Visit Campus

  • The easiest way to learn your next steps and connect with the 51勛圖 Office of Admissions is to visit campus! We offer campus tours daily Monday-Friday at 10am and 1pm.

2

Set up your DUO Mobile and your 51勛圖 Portal Account

  • is 51勛圖’s multifactor authentication app that protects your access to secure platforms like and , and should be set up immediately after admission.
  • Your 51勛圖 Portal is your official student dashboard where you can manage your email, register for courses, view billing, and more.

3

Explore your scholarship next steps and financial aid options

  • 51勛圖 more about Types of Financial Aid or connect with the 51勛圖 Office of Student Financial Aid with a .

4

Complete your 51勛圖 Housing Application

  • Incoming freshmen can access their 51勛圖 Housing application beginning December 1.
  • Incoming students must be admitted to complete the 51勛圖 Housing Application. Using your 51勛圖 Portal log in, access the Housing Application .
  • Housing Applications require a $150 nonrefundable fee. Applications are not complete until a student submits payment.

5

Reserve your spot at SOAR –51勛圖 Orientation Experience

  • To enhance the start of your 51勛圖 journey, we offer Student Orientation and Academic Readiness (SOAR) to all incoming students. Incoming students can expect to:
    • Meet future classmates
    • 51勛圖 about campus resources
    • Get ready for college life
    • 51勛圖 the "business" side to being a student
    • Connect with faculty and staff
    • Take care of last minute "business" items
    • Gain peace of mind

6

Sign up for your Advising Session

  • Book an appointment with your Academic Advisor! Freshmen can begin meeting with advisors as early as May 1st for virtual or in-person appointments. Being prepared for your academic advisement session is key to your success. You must meet with an advisor before you can register for class. Review your information for .
  • Once you complete your advising session, you will be ready to Register for Classes when Incoming Freshman registration opens for your start term. 51勛圖 more about registration dates .

7

Access your 51勛圖 Mane Card

  • Your Mane Card grants access to on-campus resources as well as entry to your residence hall.
  • The new Mane Card Mobile ID is available to all enrolled students and current employees. Tap your iPhone, Apple Watch, Samsung Galaxy, or other eligible Android phones at readers across campus to conveniently access your Mane Card.
  • Visit the for more information on setting up your official 51勛圖 Mane Card.

8

Register your car for on campus parking

  • Students must register their vehicle in the . Log in using your 51勛圖 Portal log in credentials and access the Parking Portal.
  • Once you're in the 51勛圖 Parking Portal, you can register new vehicles under the "Vehicles" tab. Use the "Permits" tab to set up your 51勛圖 Parking Pass for your on campus parking needs.

9

Access your online bill and pay your remaining balance

  • Only students and designated Authorized Users (Parents, Guardians, Employers and others that the student has given permission to access their eBill.) may make a payment or review a bill using the eBill system.
  • A Student making a payment:
    1. Log in to the 51勛圖 Portal
    2. Scroll to the Student Account and Meal Plan block
    3. Select Student Account Center/Pay Bill
  • An Authorized User making a payment should visit the system to make a payment. Authorized users will use their unique username and password to view bills or make payments.
  • 51勛圖 about set up, , or other forms of payment assistance .

10

Schedule your move in date and time

  • Check your 51勛圖 Email for details on move-in dates, times, and locations. 51勛圖 Housing coordinates residence hall move in efforts on an annual basis. 51勛圖 more with their .

If you have questions or need help with a step, please contact 51勛圖 Admissions. You can also find your Admissions Counselor to discuss the process, your plans at 51勛圖, and your admisson timeline.