New Student Checklist

Step 1:  Activate your ASU student account (MyASU and ASURITE)

• • To activate your ASURITE User ID, click here.  You will need to wait until you receive your official notification from ASU Graduate Education to complete this step.

Step 2:  Set up your ASU student email

• • Email will be the primary means of communication (ASU Email Policy).  It is required that you use and check your ASU Email on a daily basis. Click here for ASU Student Email Instructions including how to make sure your email is forwarding properly.

Step 3: Monitor and complete priority tasks

• • Keep an eye on your priority tasks for other actionable items, like submitting final transcripts, completing the academic integrity course, and more.

Step 4: Register for classes

• Review your program's page on this site and/or the SOLS handbook to ensure you understand your program requirements.

• Request a suggested schedule through the Course Recommendation Request form. You can register for classes at classes.asu.edu. 

• Keep the Academic Calendar and note the Add, Drop, and 100% Tuition and Fees Refund Deadlines for each session: A, B, and C.

• Schedule an advising appointment as needed. We are always happy to help!

Step 5:  Explore and apply for financial aid and other funding

• • It is best to contact financial aid directly for specific financial aid questions and guidance.

  • For help with financial aid, check here. 

Step 6: Pay tuition and fees

• • View payment deadlines here.

Step 7: Update your address and set up Direct Deposit

• • Follow the instructions here.

Step 8: Review the academic advising and student Resources sections

• • Class Permissions and Offerings

  • Enrollment Information and Academic Records

  • Handbooks

  • Dates and Deadlines

Step 9: Begin your graduate studies!