Step-By-Step Guide for Undergraduate Students
As you prepare to start your academic journey, we want to empower you and your family to take control and navigate some of the responsibilities of being a college student—applying for financial aid, ensuring your tuition is paid, registering for classes, and more.
Below is a list of all the essential steps you’ll need to take prior to the semester at Adelphi? If you’re unsure of any terms, you can refer to this glossary.
Part 1: Explore Financial Aid (Scholarships, Grants and Loans)
If you have not already done so, complete the 24-25 Free Application for Federal Students Aid (FAFSA) with our school code 002666. And, if you are a New York resident, complete the Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) application using school code 0010. Even if you don’t think you are eligible, apply anyway. It is not too late to be considered for federal and state assistance. Important Note: You need to apply for financial aid every year.
In order to receive a College Financing Plan, you must submit all missing financial aid requirements. New items may be requested before school starts so check your application portal regularly. If you’re missing documents, it will be listed on your portal.
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Carefully read the terms and conditions that came with your scholarship letter—you want to be sure to keep your scholarship for all four years. Can’t locate your letter? Find the terms and conditions of your award(s).
Complete two key Federal Direct Loan requirements: Entrance Counseling and a Master Promissory Note. You only need to do this once for your undergraduate college years. Complete as soon as possible to be sure these funds are available when it is time to pay your bill.
If you received a College Financing Plan based on living at home, but now you want to live on campus, contact the One-Stop Student Services Center by email as your financial assistance may increase.
Working on campus is a great way to meet new friends and mentors while learning new skills. Sign up for Handshake to check out available jobs later this summer. Once you find a job on campus and start working, you will be paid every two weeks to assist with any miscellaneous educational expenses.
Part 2: Exploring Payment Options
Review your tuition bill and ensure your enrollment, meal plan, and housing choices are reflected accordingly. If you have any further questions, check out our video tutorial on understanding your tuition bill on the One-Stop Student Services Center Website.
Check out our tutorial to gain a better understanding of how to read your Adelphi tuition bill:
Using the worksheet provided with your College Financing Plan , you can estimate your payment due to Adelphi University. If you need assistance completing this form, contact an advisor at our One-Stop Student Services Center.
Review payment plans offered to assist with paying for any remaining balance due to the University.
Do you know someone, like a parent, who would like to help you pay? Invite them to have access to make payments to your account on your behalf.
This can be done when making a payment on CLASS via eCampus.
A PLUS Loan for Parents can assist your family with educational expenses. It is typically disbursed twice—in the fall and again in the spring. There are many payment options including deferring payment until after you graduate.
Part 3: Exploring Your Adelphi Student Tasks/Responsibilities
Be sure to register full-time as most financial aid awards require full-time enrollment. For Undergraduates, full-time means 12 credits. To understand more about the importance of taking 12+ credits each semester, review our Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy.
Contact the Office of Academic Services and Retention (OASR) at oasr@adelphi.edu if you have any questions.
Once you are registered, you’ll receive an email notification to review your billing statement on CLASS.
Be sure to review important payment and billing details. You will be charged by Adelphi University for your direct expenses, including tuition and fees, and room and board if you’re living on campus. You will not be charged by Adelphi for indirect costs, such as personal and miscellaneous expenses, supplies and transportation costs.
The Dine + Connect Meal Plan includes $250 Panther dollars for full-time, first year, second year, and third year commuter students. Using just your student ID, you’ll be able to buy snacks, beverages, Starbucks and full meals – anywhere on campus, sales-tax-free. (Deadlines apply.)
Adelphi provides all residential and international students with a comprehensive student health insurance plan that complies with the federal mandates under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and New York State Mandates. You may elect to waive this coverage if you have comparable coverage that is active. (Deadlines and approval apply)
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Submit Your Final Transcripts and Immunizations Forms. To ensure the timely disbursement of financial aid to your account, you need to submit your final high school transcript and any AP and/or college credit transcripts to the admissions team at admissions@adelphi.edu, and email your health and immunization forms to the Health Services Center at healthservicescenter@adelphi.edu.
The three days before the start of Fall classes are dedicated to welcoming and orienting all our new first-year, transfer, and International Adelphi students to our Garden City campus. Your attendance at the full Orientation Weekend is expected and important; be sure to plan ahead accordingly. Once you’re officially enrolled at Adelphi, watch your email for information from our Center for Student and Community Engagement.