We are thrilled to have you join our vibrant and diverse community. To ensure a smooth transition and set you up for success, we have designed a comprehensive Orientation and Registration Guide. This guide will introduce you to campus resources, help you understand academic requirements, and provide an opportunity to meet fellow students and faculty members.

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Step 1:

• Students must have immunization records on file with the JSU Health Center. Immunization records
  may be submitted to healthservices@jsums.edu.

Step 2:

• Students must have a class schedule of at least 12 credit hours to qualify for financial aid.
• Student meets with an Academic Advisor to finalize class schedule.

Step 3: Financial Aid

• Go to studentaid.gov
• Click loans and grants
• Click Loan Entrance Counseling
  • ✅ Complete
• Click Master Promissory Note – MPN
  • ✅ Complete

Each step must be completed before the government can authorize financial aid with the University.

• Student can access this information through PAWS under the Financial Aid tab.
• Student meets with a Financial Aid Advisor to review financial aid award (scholarships, grants, loans, etc.)
• Depending on the required paperwork, the student may be unable to complete registration today (Entrance Loan Counseling & Master Promissory Note may be required). However, a conditional agreement will be made under these circumstances.
• Student proceeds to Housing & Residence Life table.

Step 4:

• Student can access their student account through THEE PORTAL under the Student tab, then select
  the Student Account link.
• If the student has confirmed their financial aid package: Student meets with a representative from the Business Office to discuss their payment options. Students have an option to pay in full or establish a payment plan.
• If the student has a $0 balance or payment plan in place, your registration is complete!

Step 5: 

• If the student has a $0 balance or payment plan in place, the student can go to JSU ID Center to get their Student ID.

1. Check Your Account:

• Log into THEE PORTAL: Login Here (Use J-number & NetID)
• Select: “Student PAWS” icon > “JSU Bill Payment Suite” icon > “View Activity”
• Review Charges: Tuition, Housing Fees, Meal Plans, etc.
• Make Payments or Set Up a Payment Plan: Select “Make Payment” or “Enroll in Payment Plan”

2. Financial Aid:

• Ensure FAFSA is Submitted:
  Federal aid awards are still being processed.
  Awards will populate as assessments are completed.

3. Meal Plans: 

• Default Plan: Tiger Platinum Unlimited 
• Change Plan: Email aux@jsums.edu or meals@jsums.edu
  (Residential students classified as upperclassmen with 30+ hours are eligible to change all-access meal plan.)

4. Immunization Records:

• Submit to Health Center:
  Bring to orientation if not already submitted to healthservices@jsums.edu

If you have any questions or need assistance, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. Our team is here to support you every step of the way.