Transfer student orientation and enrollment
April 22 or 23, 2013, in the K-State Student Union
You are invited to orientation and enrollment for admitted transfer students. This is your best opportunity to select summer and fall courses.
Not only will you learn more about K-State, you'll also meet with an academic advisor and go through the class selection process. You can even take care of essentials like ordering textbooks and athletic tickets.
Activities start promptly at 8:30 a.m. in the K-State Student Union. The program may take until 5 p.m., so plan accordingly.
Registration
Registration is closed.
If you cannot attend in April, your next opportunity to enroll will be Tuesday, June
11 or Thursday, August 22. Information regarding these orientation and enrollment
dates will be sent at a later time. If you have questions, please contact Kiley Moody
at 785-532-6318.
Before you come
Step 1: Register for the event
A nonrefundable $15 registration fee is required.
Step 2: Set up your eID
Before you can enroll in your courses, you must have an eID (electronic ID). This comprehensive computer ID will provide access to all your K-State electronic resources, including e-mail.
Step 3: Complete your admissions file
Have your college send us your most recent transcript.
Step 4: Take the math placement exam.
If you plan to take a math course at K-State, you must complete the online exam before orientation.
When to come
Don't miss early enrollment for transfer students, the best opportunity to select fall and summer courses.
Space and advising appointments are limited. To ensure that you and all attendees have a positive experience, you must pre-register. If one days fills, plan to attend the alternative day.
The day's activities
Formal check-in at 8:30 a.m.
Check in on the lower level of the K-State Student Union. Pick up enrollment materials and instructions. Have your ID picture taken.
Brief orientation
Learn about transfer student survival procedures in this enthusiastic and informative welcome.
College information sessions
Get an overview of your academic college and assignment of advisors.
Appointments with advisors
Meet with your advisor to review previous academic records and select courses for the fall (and summer).
Fall (and summer) course assignments
Collect a printout of your schedule specifying courses, days, times, etc.
Tuition and fee payment
You will be billed by e-mail in July for tuition and fees, books, and athletic tickets.
Get more information about payments
Other activities
- Complete financial aid procedure.
- Purchase your textbooks.
- Explore housing options.
- Complete your student health file.
- Order your athletic passes.
- Take a campus tour.
- Receive a guided library tour.
- Order your parking permit.
Part-time undergraduates
If you are taking 6 credit hours or less, you are not required to attend this program. Contact the Office of Admissions at 785-532-6250 or 1-800-432-8270 (toll free) to confirm your part-time status and initiate the advising process. Then contact your college dean's office to visit with an advisor prior to enrolling. You will not be able to enroll until you have contacted your advisor.
Arts and sciences: 785-532-6900
Business administration: 785-532-6180
Agriculture: 785-532-6157
Engineering: 785-532-5592
Education: 785-532-5524
Architecture, planning and design: 785-532-5047
Human ecology: 785-532-5500
Enrollment and fee payment instructions are included in the course schedule.
Parking
Your parking permit is attached to the transfer orientation and enrollment invitation that you will receive in the mail. Bring the permit with you, and place it on the dash of your vehicle when you arrive.
You may park in the parking garage south of the K-State Student Union. The preferred entrance is located on 17th Street north of Anderson Avenue. A parking attendant will direct you. The permit will also allow you to park in designated areas (lots W, O, T, or Z).
Get parking details and driving instructions
Other dates
All transfer students must attend an orientation program, but if you can't come to Manhattan in April, you can take part in a similar program on June 12 or August 16. Watch your mail for a reminder later this spring. Orientation and enrollment is required to enroll at K-State the first time.
Questions?
Orientation and enrollment: 1-800-432-8270 (toll free) or 785-532-6250
Financial assistance: 1-877-817-2287 (toll free) or 785-532-6420
Housing: 1-888-568-5027 (toll free) or 785-532-6453
Tuition payment: 785-532-6317
