first-year enrollment steps
Starting college is an exciting and busy time in your life. These first-year enrollment steps will guide you through the process leading to the first day of class. You can always see the steps ready to complete in your Enrollment Checklist.
Step 1: Submit Your Deposit
After you are admitted, your first step will be to submit your enrollment deposit and intent to enroll form. Once your deposit is received, you will be able to complete your remaining enrollment steps.
Next Steps to Enrollment
SUBMIT FINAL TRANSCRIPTS
Final transcripts are required to finalize your enrollment as your admittance is contingent upon successful completion of all required high school coursework.
Official transcripts are due by Aug. 1.
ACTIVATE YOUR UNIVERSITY EMAIL
Your UHSP email will be the primary place that faculty, staff and fellow students will communicate with you. You’ll also use these credentials to access campus platforms like the online learning portal, campus intranet and certain library resources. Follow the email activation instructions to activate your account.
COMPLETE YOUR FAFSA
Complete your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine your eligibility for financial aid. Be sure to include UHSP’s school code 002504 when you apply.
The application is scheduled to open in December and the submission deadline is June 1. Once we receive your FAFSA information, we will compile a financial aid package that’s customized for you.
APPLY FOR HOUSING OR REQUEST A HOUSING WAIVER
First-year students are required to live on campus. They reside in the private-access, 220-bed North Residence Hall, located on the fifth through seventh floors of the Recreation and Student Center (RAS).
The housing application opens in February.
Note: you will need to activate your UHSP email before you can apply for housing.
COMPLETE MATH PLACEMENT
To effectively determine the appropriate starting point for your math or science courses, you will be asked to complete a math placement assessment. Do not stress about this. It is only used to place you in the courses that will set you up for success at UHSP.
The math placement assessment opens in late-spring and is required in order to develop your first semester schedule. You will receive an email in May with more instructions.
Note: you will need to activate your UHSP email before you can complete the assessment.
SUBMIT IMMUNIZATIONS AND PROOF OF HEALTH INSURANCE
In the event of an accident or unexpected illness, we do not want to leave you burdened with high medical debt, so the University requires all students to provide proof of immunization and active health insurance coverage.
Proof of insurance and immunizations can be provided via Complio, a comprehensive tool for student screenings, immunizations and compliance.
You will receive an email this summer with detailed information regarding what is needed, the submission platform and deadlines.
SUBMIT ID BADGE PHOTO
When you get to campus, you’ll be issued a UHSP ID badge. This will serve as your University identification during your time at the University.
We ask that you submit a photo to be used for your ID badge, so we can have it ready for you when you arrive. An email will be shared over the summer with instructions on how to submit your ID photo.
Note: you will need to activate your UHSP email before you can submit your ID photo.
SUBMIT PHOTO RELEASE FORM
It is common for the University to document activities, events and life on campus as well as share the unique stories and perspectives of students, faculty and staff. As a new member of the campus community, you’ll be asked to complete a photo release form granting the University right to use, reproduce or publish these images, testimonials or biographical information in ways it deems appropriate.
Note: you will need to activate your UHSP email before you can submit your photo release form.
REGISTER FOR PARKING (OPTIONAL)
Incoming students who wish to park on campus can choose from three options:
○ UHSP Main Garage: Located on the south side of the UHSP campus.
○ Duncan Central Garage: Located one block east of campus.
○ 1234 South Kingshighway Lot: This lot is located 1 mile south of campus and offers a dedicated shuttle to and from campus at no charge.
Information on parking costs can be found on the undergraduate tuition and fees page. Parking registration opens in late-spring, early-summer.
Order Laptop and Other Supplies
Students are required to provide a personal laptop on which to conduct their coursework. Costs can range depending on student selections. Students are welcome to select Apple or Windows products, but Chromebooks are not compatible with campus platforms and should be avoided.
Laptop Specification Recommendations:
i7 or Apple Silicon M2 Processor
16Gb Ram
256Gb SSD
Built-in Webcam + Mic
Accidental Damage Protection Warranty
Textbooks and other supplies can be ordered from the UHSP Bookstore over the summer after students receive their course schedules from the Office of the Registrar.
Save the Date
Fall Athlete Move-In Day
Freshman Move-In Day
New Student Orientation
First Day of Classes
Week of Welcome
Freshman Move-In Day
During Move-In Day, the UHSP community will help you get moved and settled into your dorm room. With the extra hands, we expedite the move-in process so you don’t have to make multiple trips and can jump right into making yourself at home.
It is a great opportunity to meet faculty and staff, as well as your new neighbors.
Before You Arrive – Important instructions
In preparing for Move-In, ensure your move-in vehicle and items meet these requirements:
○ There is a two-vehicle limit per student during move-in.
○ There is a height restriction of 6 feet 10 inches for cars parking in the UHSP garage. Any vehicle larger than this max, as well as vehicles with trailers, will not be able to park in the campus garage and will need to find alternative parking options.
○ Add your name and room number to your belongings with tape and marker. UHSP faculty, staff and fellow students will be on hand to help you get your things to your dorm room, and this will help us get belongings to the right place.
Move-In Arrival Times
To help manage traffic and provide adequate support, all students are expected to arrive during their designated move-in time slot. Adhering to your assigned time helps avoid congestion and ensures everyone has a safe and orderly experience.
Arrival, Parking and Check-In
When you arrive, plan to initially park and unload in the UHSP Circle Drive, located at 287 S. Taylor Ave, St. Louis, MO 63110. Each vehicle will have 15 minutes to unload. Don’t worry, carts and helpers will be on hand to assist you.
We strongly recommend that you approach the UHSP Circle Drive entrance from the North via Forest Park Parkway. Due to anticipated rush hour traffic, this route will help reduce congestion by not having to make a left turn into the circle drive and ensure a more efficient move-in experience for everyone.
To familiarize yourself with the area, you can view a map outlining unloading zones, parking areas, and building entrances here.
Once unloaded, students will follow signs for North Residence Hall to check in.
One person will need to stay with the unloaded vehicle to move it around the corner to the UHSP Main Garage. Once parked in the garage, the driver can follow signs for North Residence Hall to join the rest of the group.
Settle In
Lunch will be provided 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. for residents and family members in Morty’s 1864 Café on the first floor of the Recreation and Student Center. Once move-in is complete, students will attend a floor meeting with their Resident Assistant and floormates at 6:30 p.m. before heading to the quad for a bonfire with your fellow residents.
Move-In Questions?
Members of the UHSP Team will be on-site throughout the day to assist and direct you if you need anything. If you have any questions ahead of Move-In, please contact Residential Life at reslife@uhsp.edu.
New Student Orientation
New Student Orientation, a multi-day series of events following move in, provides the opportunity to familiarize yourself with campus and its services and complete any lingering enrollment tasks. Students will learn about campus resources and academic expectations while mixing in fun activities throughout the days and evenings.
Attendance is required throughout the week, so please save the dates in your calendar.
Week of Welcome
Celebrate the first week of classes! Open to all UHSP students, Week of Welcome offers the chance to relax a little before classes kick into full gear and opportunities to make new friends across campus.