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Step 1: Submit your admission response and deposit by May 1.��

to complete your admission response form and deposit. The enrollment deposit is $500 and non-refundable.

Also, be sure to notify other colleges of your decision to attend the ����ֱ��.��

• Early Decision students - If admitted during Early Decision I, by December 20, 2024. If you were admitted Early Decision II, by February 21, 2025.

• Transfer students��- by the date listed on your admission letter.����

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Step 2: Make sure you've applied for need-based aid.

To be eligible for need-based financial aid, make sure to submit your and . You may need to submit additional verification documents (but only if requested).

Mid-March - Review and accept your financial aid offer in .

Step 3: Apply for housing.

Your next step is to submit your via the .

�ٱ�’s requires all first- and second-year undergraduate students to live on campus. However, if you live within 25 miles of the ����ֱ�� campus, you may be eligible to waive the on-campus housing requirement.��

Visit ����ֱ�� to learn more about housing opportunities, meal plan subscriptions, room selection, and other important resources.��

Students with documented medical, mental health, or disability conditions can . New students must submit housing accommodation requests by the beginning of June; continuing students must submit requests by the end of March.��

Step 4: Apply for additional academic programs (Optional).

Explore our , including��, and , as well as our��.

Additional programs that require an application include the: , , , and .��

Step 5: Apply for additional cohort learning opportunities (Optional)

Submit your application to the .

• The LEP program��will incur��additional fees��compared to��the standard tuition-free Student Disability Services (SDS) program.
• Learn more about LEP costs and scholarships .

Step 1: Verify your new ����ֱ�� email address.

In May, you will receive instructions to set up your ����ֱ�� email via the email address with which you applied to ����ֱ��.��

Starting in May, the University will send critical information to your ����ֱ�� email address throughout your transition to campus; please check your ����ֱ�� email regularly. .��

Step 2: Submit final transcripts.

High School Transcripts: If you are a first-year student, request your high school to send ����ֱ�� your final official high school transcript, either before the end of your senior year or just after graduation. A final high school transcript must include a graduate date/degree conferred date and all four years of high school. If you do not submit a transcript with all this information, the document will not be considered a final transcript, and a potential hold will likely be placed on your account. Official high school transcripts must be received via a secure online transcript service like Naviance or Parchment or in a sealed envelope directly from the high school to be considered official. Emails and any other unofficial electronic or paper transcripts will not complete this requirement. Official high school transcripts are due by July 1.��

**If you took any concurrent or dual enrollment college courses, then you need to submit these college transcripts as well.**

College Transcripts: Official college transcripts must be received via a secure online transcript service or in a sealed envelope directly from the college/university to be considered official. Emails and any other unofficial electronic or paper transcripts will not complete this requirement.

All final college transcript(s), including concurrent/dual enrollment college transcript(s), must be received by June 21.��

Please have transcripts sent to:��

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Undergraduate Admission

2197 South University Boulevard

Denver, CO 80208-9401

To see how your credit transferred (please allow time for your credit to be processed), see your degree audit.��

AP/IB Scores: In addition to official transcripts, if you took AP or IB courses, you need to confirm that your official scores are submitted directly to ����ֱ��. If you are an incoming student, submit your AP and IB scores and college transcripts before registration so that we can award credit and help place you in your correct courses.��

To see if your AP/IB scores will transfer in as credit, please visit the ����ֱ�� Registrar.

Official AP and IB scores should be requested to be sent to ����ֱ�� as soon as possible for transfer credit to be awarded before new student registration.��

To request that your AP scores are sent to the ����ֱ��, you should do so on the day of your exam(s), but you can also make the request afterward through the AP portal. �ٱ�’s school code is 4842.

For official IB scores, you should contact your school’s Diploma Program Coordinator to have them submit a request to IB on your behalf.��

If you are requesting scores late, please note that after July 5, IB graduates can request that their transcripts be sent to colleges directly by placing a request through the .

Step 3: Finalize your financial aid.

Accept your financial aid offer via My4D and set up your ����ֱ��Pay portal. We’ve created a step-by-step guide for accepting your financial aid, applying for additional loans, and more.

If you have questions regarding your aid options, contact �ٱ�’s financial aid office.

Step 4: Submit your proof of immunization.

Submit proof of immunity (or a completed and signed Certificate of Exemption Form) by July 1. Please contact the Health and Counseling Center for more information: info@hcc.du.edu or 303.871.2205.

Please be aware: Registering for classes may be impacted if your proof of immunity or an exemption is not received in time. Colorado state law requires proof of immunity before course registration.��

Step 5: Submit your ����ֱ�� ID photo online.��

Your ����ֱ�� ID card is the way you access buildings on campus, spend flex money, use meal swipes at the dining hall, and get student discounts at locations across Denver and Colorado.

You need this card from your first day on campus, so make sure to submit your ID photo online. You can pick it up at check-in for Discoveries Orientation in early September, allowing you to skip long lines to have your photo taken.��

Step 1: Accept �ٱ�’s Billing Agreement.

All students are required to sign a yearly Billing Agreement, which commits you to paying tuition and fees while at the ����ֱ��.

For students under the age of 18, we will mail a hard copy of the billing agreement to you earlier in the summer for your parent or guardian to sign. Once you are 18, you need to sign the agreement online.��

You are not permitted to complete registration until you electronically sign this agreement. A registration hold is placed on your account until the agreement is signed. To view this hold and complete the agreement, please log in to . Once there, click the Student tab and navigate to “My Statement | Billing Agreement.”

Step 2: Begin your Discoveries Summer Experience pre-orientation tasks.��

��is your online pre-orientation course that will provide you with important information for your transition to ����ֱ��. All new incoming students must complete this course before arrival on��campus for your in-person Discoveries Orientation.

If you have questions or concerns regarding the course, contact the New Student Programs Team at orientation@du.edu or 303-871-6080.

Step 3: Utilize registration and advising tools.

• Students who plan to study��a language must take the language placement exam before July 1. To learn more about the ����ֱ�� language requirements, check out the .

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Step 4: Prepare for New Student Registration.��

As you plan for your upcoming semester, keep in mind that a typical schedule consists of four courses. Each course counts for four credits, totaling 16 credits per semester. For first-year students, one of these courses is your required First-Year Seminar (FSEM).��Transfer students are exempt from this course.

Visit the New Student Advising website to learn more about the��Common Curriculum, view��sample course plans, and access the��advising videos��to assist with course selection(s). If students wish to better navigate our registration system, be sure to watch our��instructional registration videos.

Step 5: Design several Fall Quarter schedules.��

Once you’ve reviewed �ٱ�’s curriculum structure, you can explore specific class offerings in > Student tab > Advising and Registration Tools | Plan Ahead.

When planning, remember that additional seats in some courses may be available during new student Fall Quarter registration (July 22 - 26, 2025). However, students should create at least three sample course plans and remain flexible if their first-choice courses are full.

If you have questions or concerns regarding course planning, contact the Advising & Registration Team at advising@du.edu or 303-871-4095.

For questions about registration issues (including errors), contact the Advising & Registration Team at imsoconfused@du.edu or 303-871-4095.

Step 1: Check the registration time ticket in My4D.

Starting in July, you can check your registration time ticket, which tells you the earliest time and date you can register for the fall classes.

You can find your time ticket by logging into My4D. Navigate to the "Student Tools" widget > click on "My Student Profile" > "Registration Notices" in the top right corner.��Registration time tickets are displayed starting July 1. Make sure you have selected Fall Quarter 2024 in the upper left-hand corner.

If a hold prevents registration, it will also be displayed here; make sure you have zero holds by the start of your registration time ticket.��

Watch video instructions on how to view your registration time ticket.

Step 2: Verify ����ֱ�� has received your transfer credit, AP, or IB scores.��

AP and IB results are received in large batches starting in mid-July. It can take a couple of weeks to process these scores and award the appropriate transfer credit.��

To verify you’ve received your transfer credits, please log in to My4D > Student tools widget > My Student Profile > Prior Education and Testing (left-hand side), where your scores are displayed. If the credits have not been received by the beginning of your registration time ticket, please refer to the ����ֱ�� AP and IB equivalencies information to guide your registration.��

For AP scores: log in to and verify that your scores were sent to school code 4842.

For IB scores only: Use the to send IB scores to ����ֱ��.

To monitor your credits, use the degree audit tool.

Step 3: Attend a group advising session.��

Visit New Student Advising��to sign up for an introductory advising session. Our advisors are eager to help new students develop their first-quarter fall schedules and answer general advising questions.��

These sessions are held during Advising Week, starting July 7 - July 18.��

Step 4: Register for classes.

Incoming student registration will take place between July 21 - July 25.��

You can register for classes by logging into > Navigate to the search bar > search "Student Registration" > Select "Register for Classes."��Registration is easier if you register for classes using a laptop or desktop computer, not a mobile device.��

For assistance, refer to these instructional videos to review the advising and registration process for incoming students.����

REMINDER: You are unable to register if you have any holds on your account (ex: your and ). If you have any of these holds, refer to the instructions earlier in this checklist to complete these tasks as soon as possible.����

Step 5: Get Information on ����ֱ�� technology requirements.��

Once you’ve registered for classes, be sure to review information on ����ֱ�� technology requirements. If needed, your laptop order should be placed through the bookstore by July 31 to ensure it is available to pick up when you arrive. Or, make plans to purchase a laptop at a local computer store before Discoveries Orientation.��

Visit the New Students Technology Help Guide for additional information, and reach out to ����ֱ�� Information Technology if you require technical assistance.������

Step 6: Get your housing assignment.

Students will receive their housing assignment (and roommate assignment, if applicable) and their move-in date and time at the end of July via their ����ֱ�� email.��

Students can also log into �ٱ�’s to see their housing assignment.

Step 1: Pay your tuition.��

Fall Quarter tuition is due in late August. Check with the Office of Student Billing��for full details and other payment deadlines.��

Step 2: Order textbooks and submit alternate format text requests.

Before classes begin, you can order your required textbooks and course materials through and request to pick them up during Discoveries Orientation.��

Students approved for the academic accommodation of Alternate Format Text (AFT) through ��should submit book requests by the week of August X to better ensure textbooks are ready before classes begin.��

Please submit a request form for each desired textbook by completing the .

For more information about accommodating requests, visit the SDS site or call 303.871.3241.

Step 3: Complete your Discoveries Summer Experience coursework.

The of this online course must be completed before Move-In Days.��

Step 4: Accept or waive Student Health Insurance using My4D.

All students enrolled in one or more hours of graded, on-campus coursework at the ����ֱ�� are required to carry personal health insurance coverage. ����ֱ�� offers its health insurance plan designed specifically for our student body: the .��

While we recommend SHIP coverage for all ����ֱ�� students, participation in the plan is optional. If you decide to stay on a family, individual, or other non-SHIP health plan, you must request a waiver of the ����ֱ�� insurance by the third Friday after the start of classes. In this case, you must provide proof of adequate insurance, including a copy of your insurance card. The online waiver request process will be active by August 1.

Read more about insurance options and fees, and find step-by-step instructions for enrolling in or waiving SHIP from the .

Orientation and fall quarter class dates will be announced in mid-January 2025. Stay tuned for further updates.

If you are an international student, learn more about International Student Move-In and Orientation on the International Student & Scholar Services site.

October - November 2024 - Decide to come to ����ֱ��!

• Step 1: Read through the Admitted Student Brochure.
• Step 2: Review your Financial Aid Offer. Review and accept your financial aid offer and set up your ����ֱ��Pay portal.��
• Step 3: Review major and minor requirements at ����ֱ��. Review your credit audit and explore the majors and minors offered at ����ֱ��. The faculty and administration have prepared the to serve as the governing document for the University’s undergraduate academic programs, courses, and policies.��
• Step 4: Submit the Admission Response Form & Deposit. Once you’ve decided you’re ready to attend ����ֱ��, and notify other colleges of your decision to attend the ����ֱ�� by late November.��
• Step 5: Secure your housing. Attending ����ֱ�� may require you to relocate to Denver. If you would like to live in , apply via the . If you would prefer to live off-campus and would like assistance with this process, utilize our .
• Step 6: Set up your ����ֱ�� email. As a newly admitted student, you will receive an email or letter indicating that your ����ֱ�� email address was created and your email account is available on Office 365. All important University correspondence will go to this email address, so you must get in the habit of checking it often. For questions about your email address or Office365, review information technology resources.��
• Step 7: Submit Proof of Immunization. Before registering for classes, you must submit proof of immunity or a completed and signed Certificate of Exemption form. ����ֱ�� must have this information before allowing students to register for classes. See the Health and Counseling Center for additional information.

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November - December 2024 - Register for Classes!��

• Step 8: Prep your best course plan. Students should utilize the language and math placement tools to prepare for upcoming courses. We recommend students take these assessments before meeting with their academic advisor to help determine an appropriate course plan.��
  • Students who plan to continue studying a foreign language should take the language placement exam. Students beginning a new foreign language do not need to take this, as they will start in the beginner course.
  • Use the to determine the appropriate level of math course.��
• Step 9: Make an appointment with your academic advisor: New students can begin meeting with an academic advisor starting in November for Winter 2025 advising, course selection, and support with registration. Please check your ����ֱ�� email for information on scheduling these appointments in late October.��
  • Questions: advising@����ֱ��.edu.
• Step 10: Are you eligible for the GI Bill®? Visit ����ֱ�� Veteran Services for information and assistance on receiving your benefits.��

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December 2024 - Complete Discoveries Online Modules & Prepare for Arrival on Campus.

• Step 11: Get information on ����ֱ�� technology requirements for your major and minor. Visit the New Student Technology Help Guide for additional information, and reach out to if you require technical assistance.
• Step 12: Order your course materials. Visit the to search your course online and find what textbooks or materials you’ll need for your classes.
• Step 13: Accept or request waiver of your .
• Step 14: Obtain a parking pass.��
• Step 15: Complete online training before arriving on campus.
  • Complete the .��
  • Download the ����ֱ�� Crimson Connect app to access event information for Discoveries Orientation in early January.
• Step 16: Transfer Students: Submit your final transcripts once grades have been posted in January to receive an updated credit audit (mail to Undergraduate Admission Offices at 2197 S. University Blvd., Denver, CO 80208-9401).

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January 2025 - Arrive on �ٱ�’s Campus & Attend Discoveries Orientation.

• Step 17: Attend orientation and start classes!
  • Attend Discoveries Orientation programming from January 3, 2025 to January 5, 2025. This event is required for all ����ֱ�� first year and transfer students. Check your ����ֱ�� email for details from the Discoveries Orientation team.��

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January 6, 2025��- Winter Quarter Classes Begin.

• February��2025��- open for Spring Quarter.
• March 22, 2025��- Spring Quarter tuition payment due.
• March 2025��- New student orientation
• April 1, 2025��- Spring Quarter classes begin!

• Please contact to arrange a mandatory individualized��orientation date.
• June 15, 2025��- Summer Quarter classes begin!