New Student Checklist
We are excited that you are joining the Golden Bear family! Important instructions and next steps can be found below.
All items included on this list are to be completed after paying your deposit. Haven't paid your deposit yet? Here's a short video with instructions.
Be sure to refer to each indivual item to find important dates and information.
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Required Items:
- Activate your Kutztown email and check it weekly
- File your FAFSA
- Register for New Student Orientation
- Finalize housing plans
- Select a meal plan
- Take the ALEKS Math Placement test
- Complete the First Year Seminar registration survey (first-year students only)
- Submit ID photo
- Submit final transcripts/AP scores/dual enrollment transcripts
- Choose a payment plan and review your bill
- Submit health forms
- Buy books and other course materials
- Learn about MyKU/D2L/Starfish
- Connect with your Student Success Navigator
Optional Items:
- Request accommodations from Disability Services Office
- Submit dietary restrictions
- Take the Modern Language Placement test
- Add a second mobile number for campus emergency alerts
- Obtain a parking pass
- Complete a FERPA form
- Connect with the Center for Student Success and Academic Excellence
- What does that mean? Kutztown Glossary