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Semester Checklist

Get ready for next semester.

1. Know Dates and Deadlines

  • Review the UND academic calendar for the upcoming semester.
  • Download the My UND app and subscribe to the Undergraduate or Graduate Academic Calendar opt-in channel to receive deadline reminders.

2. Complete To-Do Items or Holds

Complete items in Campus Connection that may prevent class registration. Examples may include:

  • Signing Financial Obligation Agreement (required each semester).
  • Paying outstanding balances.
  • Submitting final transcripts.
  • Completing mandatory Immunizations and TB Screening Form.
  • Completing mandatory online trainings.

3. Connect with Your Academic Advisor and Register for Classes

Undergraduate Students

Summer and Fall 2023

  • Log into Degree Map to plan your next semester’s courses.
  • Consult with your academic advisor before you register to ensure you’re planning to take the correct classes.
  • Connect with your academic advisor in the following ways: 
    • Schedule in Starfish to meet in person or via Zoom.
    • Call, text or email your academic advisor.
    • Drop-in academic advising.
  • Beginning Friday, March 31, view your specific day and time to register in Campus Connection.
    • Manage Classes > Enrollment Dates > Details
  • On the day and time you’re eligible to register, complete your course registration using either Degree Map or Campus Connection.
    • Degree Map > Green REGISTER Button
    • Campus Connection > Manage Classes > Schedule Planner

Graduate Students

Summer and Fall 2023 

  • As needed, graduate and professional students should connect with their advisor before registering for courses.
  • Beginning Monday, April 3 at 7 a.m. (CST), complete your course registration in Campus Connection. Go to Class Search > Enroll.

4. Get Help to Pay for College

Apply for Financial Aid (FAFSA)

Go to studentaid.gov using UND school code 003005 based on the timelines below. FAFSA is not available for international students.

Summer 2023

If you haven’t already, complete the 2022-23 FAFSA as soon as possible.

You must be registered in summer classes before financial aid eligibility will be evaluated. 

Fall 2023 and Spring 2024

Apply for aid by completing the 2023-24 FAFSA.

  • Opens: Oct. 1, 2022
  • Priority deadline: Feb. 1, 2023, but funding may be available after priority date.

Accept/Decline Federal Loans

If you received federal loans as part of your financial aid package:

  • Accept/decline your federal loans in Campus Connection by following these instructions. Complete each academic year if receiving a financial aid offer.
  • If you haven’t already, complete your Master Promissory Note and Entrance Loan Counseling at studentaid.gov. Complete only once; the first time you accept federal loans for your degree program.

Apply for Scholarships

UND Scholarship Central for 2023-24 Academic Year

  • Apply for 975+ UND scholarships with one application through Scholarship Central. 
  • Opens: Oct. 1, 2022 
  • Deadline: March 1, 2023

National and Non-UND Scholarships

  • Research options for other non-UND scholarships and grants.
  • Get assistance to apply for nationally competitive scholarship awards.

5. Apply for Campus Housing

  • Check out 1, 2 or 3-bedroom campus apartments with flexible lease agreements. Apply any time.
  • Complete the Returning Room Sign Up Agreement to reserve a room in a residence hall or apartment-style housing (e.g., University Place) for the 2023-24 academic year.
    • Opens: Jan. 18, 2023
    • Priority Deadline: March 6, 2023

6. Purchase Meal Plans

View dining options and purchase meal plans for the upcoming semester.

7. Get Your Textbooks

Log into Campus Connection to see your textbook list by class and order directly through the UND Bookstore.

  • Manage Classes > View My Classes
  • On the bottom, click the blue “Buy My Books” button to pull up the UND Bookstore with all your required materials.

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8. Order Parking Pass

Annual parking permits are valid Aug. 1 - July 31. You also may purchase a semester parking pass.

Student Parking Permits

9. Pay Your Bill

Make sure you pay any outstanding UND bills in your Campus Connection account by the following dates to avoid late fees:

  • Fall: Oct. 15
  • Spring: March 15
  • Summer: July 15
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