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NEXT STEPS TO ENROLLMENT
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☐ REGISTER FOR CLASSES
This is a two-part process, and both parts are important: First, you’ll complete the Registration Questionnaire. Your advisor will use your responses on the questionnaire to create your firstsemester schedule. Then, you’ll get a notification once your schedule is ready—you’ll be able to review it and acknowledge that you’ve seen it. When you’ve completed this second step, we’ll share some resources to help you understand how your schedule fits into your overall degree plan, and we’ll connect you to an advisor who can answer your questions and talk through any changes you’re considering.
☐ SET UP YOUR PAYMENT PLAN
Now that you have a schedule, you’ll also have a bill. Through CCCPay, you can either pay off your balance in full or set up a monthly payment plan. You can also designate an authorized party to pay for you. The deadline to pay in full or establish a plan is August 1.
☐ SIGN YOUR HOUSING CONTRACT
You’ll be notified about your housing contract via your Columbia student email, so be sure to review it promptly and add your electronic signature. This will secure your room for when you arrive at the start of the semester.
☐ I-20
International students should complete the I-20 request and upload supporting documentation to receive a student visa. For more information, go to colum.edu/international
☐ SUBMIT IMMUNIZATION RECORDS
Columbia requires students to provide proof of immunization against certain communicable diseases—including COVID-19. You’ll upload your records through MedProctor.com. You can read more at colum.edu/immunizations
☐ REVIEW TECHNOLOGY
Needs
Thinking about purchasing a new laptop for college? Review the requirements for each major at colum.edu/techneeds
☐ SEND US YOUR FINAL TRANSCRIPTS
Freshman students must send Columbia a final high school transcript reflecting a graduation date. Please plan to ask your high school to do this once your transcript is final. Transfer students should send any transcripts reflecting work they’ve completed since their initial application to ensure they receive earned credits. Similarly, students should send any transcripts reflecting dualenrollment work completed while in high school and/or official score reports for AP, IB, or CLEP exams.
☐ PARTICIPATE IN ENGAGE COLUMBIA
Our new student orientation program, Engage Columbia, will introduce you to everything you need to know for laying the groundwork toward your creative success as a Columbia student. Think of it as your first real day of college—because it kind of is. More details will be posted to your Columbia Connect portal.
☐ CONTACT SERVICES FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
Will you need accommodations in your classes or housing? You can start working with our SSD office before you’re enrolled to make sure everything is in place. Find out more at colum.edu/ssd.
☐ JOIN HANDSHAKE
Do you want to work while you’re in school? Handshake is your way to find out about job opportunities on and off campus. All listings are open to all students. See colum.edu/handshake
☐ MOVE INTO YOUR NEW HOME
Move-in dates are assigned after you sign your housing contract. Get packed, get excited, and show up ready to move on your assigned date.
☐ START CLASSES
The Fall term starts on Tuesday, September 5, 2023. We’ll see you there!
Questions? Contact Admissions: 312-369-7130 | admissions@colum.edu colum.edu/admissions