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Your University of ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ Acceptance: A Complete New Student Checklist

Congratulations, future ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ Wildcat! Receiving your University of ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ acceptance letter is a major milestone. Now, it's time to navigate the exciting steps ahead! This comprehensive guide will walk you through everything you need to know, from confirming your enrollment to preparing for life in Tucson.

1. Confirm Your Enrollment:

Officially accept your admission offer through our online enrollment portal, the Next Steps Center. Here you'll set up your NetID password (a personal identification code that grants you access to many online services at the University of ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½) and find instructions to complete your U of A enrollment.

2. Explore Financial Aid and Scholarship Opportunities:

Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to help determine your financial aid options.

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: This powerful tool has connected students with millions of dollars in scholarships. Here, you’ll find merit-based and need-based scholarship opportunities.

3. Sign Up for Orientation

: This orientation is required for all first-year and transfer students, and consists of two parts. 1) You'll learn all about academics and campus resources with the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ Arrival portal. 2) You'll set up an Academic Connection Date to virtually meet with your college, get questions answered by an Orientation Leader, and register for your first semester of classes!

for a general overview of Next Steps, Orientation, and , our on-campus celebration welcoming you to the University of ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ just before classes begin.

4. Prepare for Campus Life in Tucson:

Explore Student Housing: Research on-campus and off-campus housing options.

Discover Student Clubs and Organizations: Learn about the 400+ clubs and organizations available to you as a student.

Get to Know Tucson: Familiarize yourself with the city you’ll soon be calling home!

See for yourself: 

We're excited to welcome you to the University of ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½! By following these steps, you'll be well on your way to a successful and fulfilling college experience. Bear Down!