Now What??

Approximately one month before the beginning of the semester you will receive a packet of information from Student Services about move-in, orientation and other information that will be very important for you to know. Be sure to read everything carefully and call or e-mail with any questions. Your parents, if applicable, are also invited to some of the orientation activities.

On Campus Housing Move-in

You will be given a date to move into the on-campus housing, usually the Saturday before new student orientation. Student Services, including orientation leaders and other student volunteers will be on hand to guide you through the process and help carry your belongings to your new apartment. That evening there will be information and question and answer sessions to attend.

Orientation

The packet you receive will include a schedule of orientation activities that new students are required to attend. If you feel you cannot attend for some reason, you must contact the Director of Student Services as soon as possible. At Orientation you will receive very important information about academic policies and you will meet as a group with the faculty of the program you are entering. Also, there are parent information and financial aid sessions. Most importantly, you will receive an appointment to meet with your advisor to prepare for registration. You must meet with you advisor before you will be allowed to register.

Registration

Once you meet with your advisor and work out your schedule you will register for your first semester’s classes. After registration you will go to the Financial Aid office where they will make sure all of your aid and/or scholarships have been applied correctly. You will then go to the Business Office. You must either pay your tuition and fees at this time or you must make arrangements with the Business Office for one of several tuition payment plans. If you do not pay or make arrangements for payment of your tuition at this time, your registration will be cancelled at the end of the day. For more information on payment plans or any other billing question, please contact the Business Manager, Joy Wegner at jwegner@watkins.edu. Remember, you can call or email the Admissions Office at any time with questions or concerns. We are here to help you through this process as quickly and as easily as possible.