NEW STUDENT CHECKLIST

Access your John Jay email account

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We understand that you receive a large volume of John Jay emails; however, it is crucial that you read the emails sent from Graduate Studies (graduatestudies@jjay.cuny.edu) and Graduate Student Notice (graduatestudentnotice@jjay.cuny.edu). They contain information that graduate students are responsible for knowing.

If you need assistance with accessing your email account, contact the DoIT Helpdesk at helpdesk@jjay.cuny.edu or 212-237-8200.

Important Note: All correspondence with John Jay College must be conducted through your official John Jay email account.

Claim your CUNYfirst account

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CUNYfirst is your gateway to managing your registration, finances, academic records, and personal information.

Follow the instructions provided by Admissions to set up your account.

If you need assistance with this process, contact the DoIT Helpdesk at helpdesk@jjay.cuny.edu or 212-237-8200.

Memorize your EMPLID number

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This 8-digit number, visible at the top of the ‘Student Center’ page in CUNYfirst, is your unique ID number at John Jay.

You should reference this number in all email correspondence with the college.

Get to know your program director and academic advisor

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Your primary resource for academic questions is your program director and/or academic advisor.

Visit www.jjay.cuny.edu/graduate-program-directory for contact information.

Check the Academic Calendar for important dates and deadlines

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Make sure you are aware of important deadlines such as drop dates, last day to register, last day to officially withdraw, etc.

To view the Academic Calendar, visit www.jjay.cuny.edu/academic-calendar.

Read the Graduate Bulletin

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You are responsible for being aware of the policies/procedures stated in the Graduate

Bulletin: www.jjay.cuny.edu/graduate-bulletin.

The bulletin is also an excellent resource for any questions you may have regarding your degree program or other academic affairs.