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Transfer student ORIENTATION AND enrollment

November 20 in the K-State Student Union

Don't miss orientation and enrollment for admitted transfer students, your best opportunity to select spring courses.

Not only will you learn more about K-State, you'll also meet with an academic advisor and be guided through the class selection process. You can even take care of essentials like ordering athletic tickets and parking permits, along with taking your photo ID.

Activities start promptly at 8:30 a.m. in the K-State Student Union. The program may take until 5 p.m., so plan accordingly.

If you have a conflict, you may attend the January 13 orientation and enrollment program. Watch your mail for a reminder later this fall.

Before you come

Step 1: Register for the event

A nonrefundable $15 registration fee is required.

Online registration has closed. You will need to register at 8:30 a.m. Friday, November 20, in the K-State Student Union.

Step 2: Set up your eID

Before you can enroll in your courses, you must have an eID (electronic ID). This comprehensive computer ID will provide access to all your K-State electronic resources, including an e-mail account.

Select your eID

Step 3: Complete your admissions file

Have your college send us your most recent transcript.

Step 4: Take the online math placement exam

If you plan to take a math course during your time at K-State, you must complete the online exam before orientation.

Get more info about the exam

The day’s activities

Check in at 8:30 a.m.

Pick up the necessary enrollment materials and instructions. Have your ID picture taken. Be sure to bring a form of photo ID to pick up your new Wildcat ID card. This is not a come-and-go process. You must arrive by 8:30 a.m. to participate.

Brief orientation

The program begins with an energetic welcome from Dr. Pat Bosco, vice president of student life. Important information about K-State, including details about advising and course selection, will be shared.

College information sessions

Get an overview of your academic college and assignment of advisors.

Appointments with advisors

Meet with your advisor to review previous academic records and select courses for the spring.

Spring course assignments

Collect a printout of your schedule specifying courses, days, times, locations, etc.

Tuition and fee payment

You'll be billed by e-mail in December for your tuition and fees, athletic tickets, and parking permit (if ordered).

Get more information about payments

Other activities

  • Complete financial aid procedures.
  • Complete your student health file.
  • Order your athletic tickets.
  • Drop by information sessions for pre-law students.
  • Take a campus tour.
  • Receive a guided library tour.
  • Secure housing for spring term.

Part-time undergraduates

If you are enrolling in 6 credit hours or less you are not required to attend this program.

Contact the Office of Admissions at 1-800-432-8270 (toll free) to confirm your part-time status and initiate the advising process. Then contact your college dean’s office to visit with an advisor to enroll.

You will not be able to enroll until you have contacted the Office of Admissions and your advisor.

Arts and sciences: 785-532-6900
Business administration: 785-532-6180
Agriculture: 785-532-6157
Engineering: 785-532-5592
Education: 785-532-5524
Architecture, planning, and design: 785-532-5047
Human ecology: 785-532-5500

Enrollment and fee payment instructions are included in the course schedule available on the web.

Check the course schedule

Parking

Your parking permit is attached to the transfer orientation and enrollment invitation that you will receive in the mail. Bring the permit with you, and place it on the dash of your vehicle when you arrive.

You may park in the parking garage south of the K-State Student Union. The preferred entrance is located on 17th Street north of Anderson Avenue. A parking attendant will direct you. The permit will also allow you to park in designated areas (lots W, O, T, or Z).

Get parking details and driving directions

Questions?

Orientation and enrollment: 1-800-432-8270 (toll free) or 785-532-6250

Financial assistance: 1-877-817-2287 (toll free) or 785-532-6420

Housing: 1-888-568-5027 (toll free) or 785-532-6453

Tuition payment: 785-532-6317

Contact the Office of Admissions

Check the campus map

Check the undergraduate catalog for course information