Orientation and Student Success

Prior to Orientation

• Complete and submit Housing Application
  Application is available at www.ndsu.edu/reslife

• Complete and submit FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
  If you wish to apply for financial aid visit www.fafsa.ed.gov after January 1
  
  
• Send final transcripts
  Request your High School to send your final transcript which includes your graduation date to the NDSU Office of Admission, Dept. 5230, PO Box 6050, Fargo, ND 58108, along with any completed college course work
  
  
• Reserve an Orientation date
  Fill out the Reservation Form online or return the form that will be mailed to you.
  
  
• Activate your electronic ID
  Instructions for activating your electronic ID
  
  
• Take the online math placement test
  Instructions for logging into Blackboard and taking the Math Placement Test. Please ensure that the math placement test is completed prior to your scheduled orientation.
  
  
• Students with disabilities should contact NDSU Disability Services
  Call (701) 231-7671 to discuss criteria and procedures for opening a file. Students will need to provide disability documentation from a qualifying professional that includes functional limitations.

• Campus Connection userID and password
  Your userID was included in your acceptance letter from the university. It can also be found by using the "What is my UserID" link on Campus Connection. A password is also needed, which can be found by using the "Forgot My Password" link on Campus Connection. This information will be emailed to you when using these links. If you do not have an email address in Campus Connection, you will be prompted to contact the NDUS Help Desk at (866) 457-6387.
  
  

• Electronic ID and password
  Instructions for activating your electronic ID. Your electronic ID allows you access to campus computer clusters you'll use to register for classes and Blackboard to take the online math placement test. If you encounter difficulties, please contact the NDSU Help Desk at (701) 231-8685.
  
  
• Immunization record
  If you have not already mailed NDSU your immunization form (you should have received one with your admission letter), bring it with you. If you need another copy of the form, you may access it online at www.ndsu.edu/wellness/shs. The State Board of Higher Education requires that students born after 12/31/56 have two doses of measles, mumps and rubella vaccine. If you have questions, please contact Student Health Service at (701) 231-7331.
  
  
• Picture ID to obtain an NDSU Bison card
  
  
• Comfortable walking shoes (you will be on the move)
  
  
• Layered clothing
  Air conditioned rooms tend to be cool even though outside temperatures are comfortable.

• Umbrella in case of rain

• Extra spending money for NDSU souvenirs

• Learn about policies and services available for new students

• Meet other new students

• Meet with an academic adviser

• Register for classes

• Take Bison Card photo

• Complete Entrance Loan Counseling
  If you plan to borrow a student loan, visit www.mappingyourfuture.org

• Reserve textbooks online at the NDSU Bookstore
  Click on Textbook page
  
  
• Contact your roommate.
  Get contact information via Campus Connection. Click on Self Service --> On-campus Housing --> My Housing.
  
  
• Purchase parking permit
  All student parking permits will be ordered online at www.ndsu.edu/facilitiesmanagement/parking. Click on the "PERMIT SALE" line and follow the instructions. It takes approximately 48 hours after registering for 2009-10 classes to be eligible to purchase a permit. All parking permits are $125 and will be charged to the student's account in the fall.

• Students with disabilities contact Disability Services
  Students with disabilities should bring class schedule to an appointment with DS staff before or during the first week of classes. Staff will review your accommodation requests and class schedule, discuss accommodation procedures, and complete accommodation paperwork

• Check your NDSU email account regularly
  Important messages from NDSU administrative offices will be sent to your NDSU email account

• Check Campus Connection for any Holds or To Do List items
  Log on to Campus Connection