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							                                 New Student Orientation Student Checklist
Advising and Registration Information - Fall Semester begins Wednesday, August 18, 2010
 ADVISING                                               Website: www.ncsu.edu/registrar/registration/index.html
  Visit the website above for the Advisors – New Undergraduates list. Contact your academic advisor for assistance with
  planning your schedule and confirming your course registration. Do not wait until the August 16th Orientation to register for
  classes.

 CURRICULUM INFORMATION                                  Website: www.ncsu.edu/registrar/curricula/
    Review the Eight Semester Display and the Degree Audit information for your major. These online resources will help you
    determine which courses may be appropriate for the upcoming semester and will serve as the basis for your discussions with
    your academic advisor.

 COURSE ENROLLMENT VIA THE MYPACK PORTAL                    Website: www.ncsu.edu/registrar
    Enroll in courses at NC State via the MyPack Portal. The MyPack Portal can be reached from the website listed above.
    Course sections and available seat listings are found using the Enrollment section within the portal or through the online
    Schedule of Courses at www.ncsu.edu/registrar/courses. For more information on enrollment, review the new student
    enrollment handout available at www.ncsu.edu/registrar/publications/pdf/undergradhandout.pdf.

 ADDITIONAL ADVISING ASSISTANCE                          Website: www.ncsu.edu/oasis
  The Office of Advising Support, Information, and Services (OASIS) provides academic resources meant to complement
  your designated academic advisor. OASIS can assist you with academic and career options and put you in touch with
  representatives across campus to answer your questions. Visit their FAQ database for quick answers day or night.

 COMPUTER ACCOUNT AND UNITY ID                           Website: http://oit.ncsu.edu/
    Your Unity account gives you access to numerous online resources available at NC State. To obtain your Unity ID, log in to
    https://wolfpaw.ncsu.edu/ with your WolfPAW username and password. Your initial Unity ID password is the last four digits of
    your ID number (found on the WolfPAW page) followed by the month and day of your birth (mmdd).
    You need your Unity ID and password to access your email as well as online student services (e.g., e-billing, financial aid,
    Registration and Records) available via MyPack Portal http://mypack.ncsu.edu. The first time you visit the Portal you will be
    required to change your password from the default one. You may also wish to take a moment to setup your security
    questions and answers so that future password resets, if needed, can be done over the phone by the Help Desk staff.
    For answers to questions concerning your account, computing access, ResNet (networking for on-campus residents) and
    other computing questions, visit http://oit.ncsu.edu. You may also contact the NC State Help Desk at help@ncsu.edu or call
    919.515.HELP (4357).

 ADDRESS CHANGE                                             Website: www.ncsu.edu/registrar
    It is very important that your address and phone information are kept current with the university. It’s easy to do using MyPack
    Portal. Enrolled students can update their personal information (address, phone, emergency contacts, etc.) through the portal
    using their Unity ID and password. Go to www.ncsu.edu and click on MyPack Portal from the top menu bar. Login and go to
    Student Self Service>Campus Personal Information>Address or Phone Numbers. Please be sure to sign up to receive
    emergency text messages, which may be sent during campus safety emergencies.

 GRANT PARENT/GURADIAN ACCESS
    You can give your parent or guardian online access to VIEW your financial (billing/payment) and academic information
    (schedule/grades) through MyPack Portal. To grant access, go to Student Self Service>Campus Personal
    Information>Parent/Guardian Access. Tutorials are available at: www.ncsu.edu/registrar/guides/students/tutorials.html.

Every Student Must…
 Complete the Medical History and Immunization Documentation Website: www.ncsu.edu/student_health/
    Students must complete and submit the Medical History and Immunization information online at https://Healthweb.ncsu.edu.
    Students also must submit verification of immunizations received, or provide official copies. For complete information, read
    the content at the Student Health Services website: www.ncsu.edu/student_health/. Please note under North Carolina state
    law, a student must be dropped from classes and a hold placed on future registration until immunization requirements are
    met. There is a $150 fee to re-enroll. You may fax verification and official copies to the Immunization Office of Student Health
    to 1.877.221.6278 OR mail to: Student Health Services, Attention Immunization Office, Campus Box 7304, Raleigh, NC
    27695-7304. You may send scanned images of official records or submit questions to Immunizations@ncsu.edu. You may
    contact the Immunization Office by calling 919.515.7233 or 919.513.4302. Watch your NC State e-mail for messages from
    the Immunization Office and/or the Registrar.
   Health Insurance 2010-11: Hard Waiver Process
   A “hard waiver” student health insurance plan is effective with academic year 2010-2011 on all 16 UNC campuses. The
   requirement is for undergraduates enrolled in 6+ credit hours and graduate students in 1+ credit hours who are in a degree-
   seeking program and eligible to use the Student Health Services. "Hard waiver" means a student must show evidence of
   existing creditable insurance coverage (coverage under another health plan), or enroll in the NCSU plan. The university plan,
   administered by Pearce and Pearce insurance company, has a robust set of benefits at an affordable price. Students with
   creditable health insurance will be able to waive out of the University plan easily and quickly on-line at
   www.studentinsurance.com. Students who do not waive out and purchase the University sponsored plan will be billed each
   semester, and the premium is included in the "cost of attendance" used for financial aid consideration.
   The NC State student plan annual premium is $744 ($372 each semester). Some benefits in the student hard waiver plan
   include 100% coverage of services at Student Health, $150 deductible, 20% coinsurance, an unlimited major medical
   maximum, unlimited pharmacy maximum ($10 copay at Student Health and a four tier plan for other pharmacies), $500
   wellness benefit, and a vision care plan . The premium is 38% lower than the least expensive plan in 2009. Spouse, child and
   family coverage is available with base benefits. For students not eligible for the hard waiver plan there is a voluntary medical
   insurance plan. A voluntary dental plan is available to all NCSU students. More information and FAQ at
   www.ncsu.edu/student_health.

 Access Your Tuition and Fees Information                  Website: www.fis.ncsu.edu/cashier
   Tuition and fee statements are not mailed to students. You will receive an email notification at your Unity email address from
   ebill@ncsu.edu when a new statement is posted to your account. The billing statement is accessed via MyPack Portal using
   your Unity ID and password to login. Please note if you are registering during the Late Registration period, you may not
   receive a billing statement. However, payment is due prior to the start of classes and you should review and pay the charges
   on your student account at the time of registration.
   Tuition and Fees must be paid by the date posted on your billing statement to avoid schedule cancellation. It is the
   responsibility of each student to make full payment or complete financial aid information prior to the posted deadline. Only
   approved Financial Aid awards, scholarships, and sponsorships will be noted on the account, and only amounts exceeding
   the award must be paid to prevent schedule cancellation. Financial Aid must be accepted on the Scholarships and Financial
   Aid website before it will post to your account. Visit the Cashier’s Office website at www.fis.ncsu.edu/cashier/ for payment
   options. For additional information contact the University Cashier’s Office at 919.515.2986 or email
   studentaccounts@ncsu.edu.
   If you decide not to attend NC State, you must notify Undergraduate Admissions in writing no later than the first day of
   classes. You will be responsible for any charges on your account until an Official Withdrawal is completed.


If You Need to…
 Notify Admissions of Change of Entry Date                Website: http://admissions.ncsu.edu
  Notify the Office of Undergraduate Admissions, NC State, Box 7103, Raleigh, NC 27695-7103 in writing as soon as possible if
  you decide not to attend NC State or wish to enter during another semester.

 Apply for Scholarships and Financial Aid                 Website: http://www7.acs.ncsu.edu/financial_aid/
   Contact the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid, NC State, Box 7302, Raleigh, NC 27695-7302, or call the office at
   919.515.2421 should you have any questions.

 Review Meal Plans from University Dining                    Website: www.ncsudining.com
   University Dining offers a wide range of options to meet the student’s nutritional needs. Meal plan programs, dining
   information, and application materials are included in the Dining Booklet, which is sent to each student. For assistance
   or additional information, contact University Dining at 919.515.3090.

 Get Phone and Cable Service for Your Room                Website: http://comtech.ncsu.edu/students
   ComTech in conjunction with the Office of Outreach, Communications and Consulting, provides a comprehensive optional
   local phone and cable package for students living on campus. Prepaid long distance service is also available. All
   telecommunications services are optional. For more information, or to sign up for service, visit the website listed above.

 Register for a Campus Parking Permit                        Website: www.ncsu.edu/transportation
   Parking permits are available for online purchase in early July. Sales are based on credit hours; students with higher credit
   hours have more permit options. Students must be assigned a nine-digit student ID and provide vehicle insurance information
   to complete the online purchase process. Permits are sold on a first-come, first-served basis until they are sold out. After
   purchase, permits are mailed to the address specified (student’s home address) prior to the start of fall classes. Free parking
   is available at park and ride lots served by Wolfline buses – www.ncsu.edu/wolfline.
 Get Your AllCampus Card (Student ID)                        Website: www.ncsuallcampus.com
    You may get your AllCampus card made at Orientation. This student identification card will give you access to multiple
    services, including meal plans, debit spending accounts, D.H. Hill Library, Student Health Services, Carmichael Gymnasium,
    and special events. You will need to bring a photo ID with you to obtain your AllCampus card. For additional information, call
    919.515.3090.

 Contact Disability Services for Students                   Website: www.ncsu.edu/dso
    Contact Disability Services Office (DSO) should you require assistance during the academic year due to physical,
    psychological and/or learning disabilities. Contact DSO by phone [Voice 919.515.7653 or TTY at 919.515.8830]. DSO is
    located in the Student Health Center.

Orientation Questions? Ask the Orientation Staff
Can’t find what you’re looking for? Submit a question to orientation@ncsu.edu and an Orientation staff member will
respond to you generally within one day.

If you want to chat, just send us an instant message via AIM    . Our screen name is orientation@ncsu.edu. We are
available for a chat Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.