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Complete as Soon as Possible:

• #1 Confirm you have submitted your admissions deposit

  If you haven't done so yet make sure you submit your deposit to confirm your spot!

  Only first-time-in-college (FTIC) students: Save your spot by submitting your admissions deposit, or deposit waiver if applicable, in your  Upon registration for courses, this deposit will be credited toward your first term's bill.* The admissions deposit will not be refunded if you choose to not attend ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ.

  How to submit your admissions deposit:

  • Log into your 
  • Select the Home tab
  • Under the Payment Due section, click on the Submit Payment link

   

  *If you change your application term, the deposit will not be credited toward the new term's bill. However, you will not need to submit another deposit. 

• #2 - Log into your myWings student portal
  As an admitted student, you now have access to our myWings student portal. myWings is the main hub for our Ospreys. View a step-by-step guide to logging in to myWings for the first time.
• #3 - Register for New Student Orientation (coming Spring 2025)

  Confirm your spot at ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ by signing up for New Student Orientation! Incoming students are required to attend New Student Orientation, which will include scheduling your first-term classes. Registration will open in Spring 2025, make sure to check your email for registration information.

• #4 - Check Your ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ Email

  You will be getting regular emails to your official ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ email account, which you can access through myWings. Check your ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ email regularly and take any required action as quickly as possible.

• #5 - Apply for Financial Aid and Scholarships

  If you want to be considered for financial aid, you must submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) every year. 

  The priority deadline to submit a FAFSA, as well as scholarship applications, is January 15.

  Scroll down for more information about financial aid and scholarships!

• #6 - Declare Florida Residency (Florida Residents Only)

  In order to receive in-state tuition, you must submit a Florida Residency Declaration. This can be completed via your myWings account.

  Current myWings View:

  • Log into your  student portal
  • Click on Banner Student Self-Service
  • Select Admissions
  • Choose Residency Declaration 

  New myWings View:

  • Log into your  student portal
  • Choose Student on side menu
  • Select Records
  • Click on Residency Declaration
• #7 - Submit Housing and Meal Membership Contracts

  Although living on campus is not required, on-campus housing fills up fast. Room selection and assignment happen on a first-come, first-served basis, so it is important to submit your contracts as early as possible.

  The Summer 2025 housing contract opens on December 2 and the Fall 2025 housing contract opens on November 14.

• #8 - Take a look at the Hicks Honors College

  The Hicks Honors College at the ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ offers high-achieving students a unique approach to higher education that emphasizes experiential and active learning in smaller classes. Visit the Hicks Honors College webpage for more details, requirements and application information!

Prior to Attending Orientation:

• #1 - Clear your Registration Holds

  Every new student starts off with various holds on their account that will prevent course registration. These need to be cleared at least a couple of weeks before attending New Student Orientation. You will view and clear your holds via , by selecting the Holds tile.

• #2 - Submit Immunization Records (MMR)

  Per the State of Florida, all students born after 1956 must show proof of immunity to MMR (measles, mumps, rubella). It can take 7-10 business days for your documentation to be processed. This requirement is also a registration hold, so it is very important to submit your documentation several weeks before your scheduled New Student Orientation.

  Learn more about ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ: Immunization Compliance.

• #3 - Register for Parent and Family Orientation (coming Spring 2025)

  Only first-time-in-college (FTIC) students: At ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ, we feel our students’ parents and families play a vital role in their college success. During the Parent and Family Orientation program you will learn about ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ and the many programs available to your student. Learn more and sign up via New Student Orientation.

After Attending Orientation:

• #1 - Purchase a Parking Permit

  If you plan to have a car on campus, you must purchase a parking permit. You will receive more information about parking on campus during New Student Orientation. For students starting in spring or summer, permits will be available after you register for classes. fall parking permits become available in mid-to-late July.

• #2 - Submit Final/Official Transcripts

  A copy of your official final transcript showing the date of high school graduation is due prior to the first day of the fall term. If your transcript does not match information provided on your SSAR, your offer of admission may be rescinded. There are three ways to submit your final transcript:

  1. Electronically via high school counselor — Contact your high school guidance counselor and/or school registrar and ask them to send us your transcript electronically through the FASTER (009841) or SPEEDE (5490) system.
     
     
  2. By mail — Pick up a sealed copy of your transcript at your high school and mail it to: ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ Enrollment Services, 1 ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32224
     
     
  3. In person — Pick up a sealed copy of your transcript at your high school and drop it off at ÀÏ°ÄÃÅ×ÊÁÏ's One-Stop Student Services.

  You must also submit official score reports (from the original testing agency) for all AP, IB or AICE exams.