Fisk University Student Onboarding 2024 (International Students)

STUDENT ONBOARDING FISK UNIVERSITY [2024-2025]

Fisk University student onboarding is a comprehensive process designed to integrate new students into the academic and social fabric of the institution The goal is to familiarize students with Fisk's resources, policies, and support services, fostering a smooth transition into university life Through a combination of information sessions, peer interactions, and administrative guidance, onboarding ensures students feel connected, informed, and empowered to thrive in their academic journey at Fisk University

LETTER FROM GLOBAL INITIATIVES

Congratulations on your acceptance to Fisk University!

International students receive correspondence from the Office of Global Initiatives (OGI) detailing the documents required to process their I-20 within 3-5 days of their acceptance to the university.

The following documents should be uploaded to the application portal: Affidavit of Support * (document provided by OGI)

Copy of Bank Records- The correspondence will provide you with the minimum amount required for your ban records Bank records/statements cannot be older than 3 months old

Copy of passport (both pages)

Copy of enrollment ($500) and housing ($203) deposit receipts

*For transfer students only- Transfer- in Document (document provided by OGI)

Once all the documents are reviewed and approved, the I-20 will be processed in the order received. International students are responsible for keeping OGI informed of their visa approval OGI will communicate dates and times of virtual meetings that will be conducted via Zoom During the sessions, students can expect to learn more about the university, including meeting staff members and connecting with current students to learn about their experiences as an international student on our campus

If you have any questions, feel free to contact Diedra Gobin at dgobin@fisk.edu or 615.329.8588.

DIEDRA GOBIN INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS MANAGER

RESIDENCE LIFE AND CAMPUS SERVICES

Thank you for your inquiry regarding the opening of the housing application for the upcoming academic year

The 2024-2025 New Student Housing Application and Living Learning Center Contract will be accessible on the University website starting February 15th. As a new student, it is crucial to complete and submit the following for consideration in the housing assignment process:

2024-2025 New Student Housing Application

2024-2025 Living Learning Center Contract

Health Information Form or current vaccination record

$20300 Housing deposit and room reservation fee

To secure a housing assignment, all applications and accompanying documents must be submitted If you have any questions or need further assistance, feel free to reach out to the Office of Residence Life and Campus Services via email at residencelife@fisk.edu. Also, FAQ and additional information can be found on our university webpage at https://www.fisk.edu/campus-life/housing-residence-life/.

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ROOM SELECTIONS

2024-2025 New Student Housing Application is now open on the University Website

REQUIREMENTS (For First Year/First Time Residing on Campus)

New Student Housing Application 2024-2025

Living Learning Center (LLC) Contract

$203.00 Non-refundable Housing Deposit (Please Submit Payment Online)

Registered as a Full Time Student for Fall 2024 (Minimum of 12 Credit Hours)

ROOM & BOARD FEES (Per Semester)

DOUBLE BED OCCUPANCY

$3,284.00

BOARD

$2,670.00

(Meal plans are required for all on-campus students)

CLICK HERE TO COMPLETE THE 2024-2025 STUDENT HOUSING APPLICATION

(APPLICATIONS MUST BE COMPLETED USING FISK EMAIL ADDRESS AND CREDENTIALS)

PRIORITYDEADLINE:MAY1,2024

If needing ADA accommodations, please contact Ms. Raven Thompson, Counselor & Disability Support Specialist for AESP at rthompson@fisk.edu.

For more information contact The Office of Residence Life & Campus Services residencelife@fisk.edu

STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES AESP/LEAD

SUMMER ONBOARDING SESSIONS (S.O.S)

Summer onboard sessions are designed for newly admitted, first year students. At S.O.S you will have a chance to hear from key Staff and faculty, learn about academic and extra-curricular programs, financial aid, admissions, campus safety, student engagement, meetwithacademiccounselorsandregisterforcourses

SummerOnboardingSessionsaredesignedto:

Provide first year students with the opportunity to register with the respective departmentsandprepareforlifeinsideandoutsidetheclassroom.

Support and answer questions about onboarding sessions regarding academic engagement and support services through speaking with representatives from each department

Provide an opportunity to meet with academic departments in overview of university resources and technology and a chance to interact with university offices supporting theFiskUniversityjourney

SaturdayMay11th-Virtual

Saturday,June15th-In-Person

Thursday,June27th-In-Person

Thursday,July11th-Virtual

SaturdayJuly27th-Virtual SESSIONS

PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS

Fully - admitted to Fisk University (all required documents and admissions deposit.) Clear Financial Aid/ Completed a FAFSA

Housing and Room reservation fee must be paid

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STUDENT ACCOUNTS

Being FISK-ally Responsible with Your Education.

The Office of Student Accounts welcomes you to the Fisk Family and is excited to help you along your educational journey by providing fiscal guidance, accurate information, and great customer service. The Student Accounts process begins with signing and returning the Financial Responsibility Form. To ensure a good on-boarding process please sign and return the form by June 15, 2024.

In the coming weeks information will be emailed from the Office of Student Accounts, studentaccounts@fiskedu, on the financial clearance process including cost of attendance and payment plans

The following provides information on Financial Responsibility Form and the Student Self Service Portal

The Financial Responsibility Form

The Financial Responsibility Form explains the student's responsibility for their account balance This form must be signed by the student acknowledging that they understand and are responsible for their account balance due to Fisk University The form should be reviewed, signed, and emailed to the Office of Student Accounts at studentaccounts@fisk.edu by 06/15/2024.

Review of Student Self-Service Portal with Student Accounts Staff

The Student Self-Service Portal provides students online access to various school records. The functions specific to the Student Accounts process provide access to review your account balance, make payments, and set up payment plans To help students become familiar with the portal, the Student Accounts staff will offer virtual individual or small group hands-on assistance with reviewing your balance and clearing to move on campus. Additional information will be forthcoming about the sessions’ schedule and sign-up process.

STUDENT ACCOUNTS

CLEARANCE CRITERIA:

Signed Financial Responsibility form on file.

All applicable charges posted

• Tuition

• Fees

• Room

• Board

• Course Fees

Clearance through the Office of Financial Aid.

Shortfall addressed through sufficient payment, financial aid award, and/or payment plan

• Documentation for external awards submitted to the Office of Student Accounts and the Financial Aid Office

• Payment Plan set up is complete (sufficient for the balance due and required downpayment received).

The Student Account Office will host sessions throughout the Summer for incoming Fiskites and their Families Please check your email for correspondence from the Office of Student Accounts regarding session dates and other information submitted by the Office of Student Accounts

If you have any questions, please contact the Office of Student Accounts at studentaccoutns@fisk.edu or 615-329-8548.

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