Student Checklist

1. Apply and Establish Course Placement

 Apply to Minneapolis College

 Send college credit documents

 Establish college placement

 Questions? Talk to Admissions: 612-659-6000 / Live Chat / Schedule an Appointment

2. Activate Technology

 Activate Minneapolis College email account

 Login to eServices and D2L (Note: it takes 24 hours after activating StarID to gain access to D2L)

 Campus Technology Help (including StarID): Contact Information Technology Services (ITS)

3. Complete New Student Online Workshops

 Watch Advising Resource Videos

 Complete the following online workshops in D2L:

• New Student Orientation Workshop (N.O.W.)
• Sexual Violence Prevention Training

4. Register for Classes

 Watch the Degree Audit & Registration video

 Register for courses through eServices

 Academic advising assistance is available

5. Pay for College

 Meet Tuition Due Dates and Payment Policy

 Complete the free application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA); assistance available in the TRIO Educational Opportunity Center

• Check eServices for additional financial aid steps or to review your award

 Questions? Contact Student Services

6. Prepare to Begin the Semester

 Order textbooks online

 Review your laptop lease program eligibility

 Create profile at Raise Me

 Explore campus activities and leadership opportunities

 If you are taking face-to-face courses:

• Obtain Campus Card
• Review COVID-19 student information

7. Have a Successful Semester

 Check your college email daily

 Log into D2L Brightspace to participate in your courses

 Read your syllabus for each class

 Stay connected with your instructors by attending their virtual office hours