Non-Degree Admitted Student Checklist

To gain access to many of the systems you'll need as a UND student, you must activate your student account within the North Dakota University System.

To claim your NDUS account:

1. Go to UND.edu/claim.
2. Find your student ID number (also known as your EMPLID) on your acceptance letter or by following the steps under the Find My EMPLID menu.
3. Once you have your student ID number, click on Claim Your Account.
4. Follow the steps as indicated.

Once you've claimed your NDUS account, you won't have to repeat the process. Make sure to keep your username and password in a safe and secure place. You'll use this username and password for other UND systems, such as housing, class registration and financial aid.

Questions?

NDUS Help Desk
1.866.457.6387
helpdesk.ndus.edu

Personal Email Account

Please check the personal email account that you used on your admission application frequently for communications from the University. You'll continue to get reminder emails about your next steps to your personal account until you start at UND.

UND Student Email Account

As you get closer to beginning classes at UND, you'll start to get emails from other campus departments to your official UND student email account. It's important to check this account frequently so you don't miss communications from the University.

After you've claimed your NDUS account, follow the directions to log into your UND student email account. 

Once the semester begins, all communications from the University will be sent to your official UND student email account.

Questions?

UND Tech Support
701.777.6305

Enroll in Semester-Based Classes

Timeline

Registration for semester-based courses typically begins during the following months:

• Summer/Fall Semester = April
• Spring Semester = November
• Review the Academic Calendar for registration dates.

Prepare to Enroll

• Campus Connection is the system that you'll use to register for classes. After you've claimed your NDUS Account:
  • Go to Campus Connection.
  • On the login page, enter your user ID (e.g., firstname.lastname) and password.
  • Click Sign In.
• View your specific day and time to register in Campus Connection:
  • Manage Classes > Enrollment Dates 
  • Your registration date and time is based on your student status.
  • You may register for classes anytime on or after your registration date and time.
• Every semester, you must electronically sign the Financial Obligation Agreement in Campus Connection before you'll be able to register for classes.
  • Within Campus Connection > Manage Classes > Sign Financial Obligation Agreement

Register

• Identify what classes you will be taking in the Academic Catalog.
• On or after your class registration date and time, follow this step-by step guide to register for your classes within Campus Connection.

Questions?

Academic Advising
701.777.2117
UND.advising@UND.edu

Enroll Anytime in Self-Paced, Online Classes

UND's Enroll Anytime Courses are offered online and are open for enrollment any day of the year.

Follow these directions to register for Self-Paced Enroll Anytime Courses.

All newly admitted on-campus and online students must provide required immunization documentation or request an approved exemption.

Required Immunization Documentation

• Two (2) doses of MMR (Measles, Mumps and Rubella) vaccination.
• One (1) dose of Meningitis vaccination given after the 16th birthday (if age 21 or younger).
  • Accepted brands of Meningitis vaccine include Menactra, Menveo and MenQuadfi.
• International students: You must also complete Tuberculosis (TB) Risk Assessment electronically on your MyHealth Patient Portal. You are strongly encouraged to get your required immunizations prior to coming to the United States. 

See the Student Health Services website for complete details on how to upload your immunization records electronically or request an exemption.

Questions?

Student Health Services
701.777.4500
UND.studenthealth@UND.edu

The U Card is your official UND identification and credential card. Carry it with you at all times.

Your U Card provides access to many campus buildings, library resource materials, printing funds, as well as entrance to the Wellness Center, dining services and all athletic events.

Order U CARD

When ordering your U Card, make sure you follow the photo requirements or your photo will be rejected and you will need to resubmit it.

*If you're an online student, you have the option to get your U Card, but you're not required to do so.

Permits are required if you're parking a vehicle on campus. Keep in mind UND is a walkable campus with free shuttle services, so you may not need a vehicle. 

Free Shuttle Services

• Campus Shuttle: Takes you to all major parts of campus, Monday-Friday.
• Aviation Shuttle: Runs 7 days a week between Ryan Hall, Wilkerson Commons and UND Flight Operations at the airport.
• Off-Campus Shuttle: Free citywide bus system with your student ID.  

Overnight 24/7 Parking Permits

• Students living in UND residence halls, apartments or Greek housing have special permit options to park overnight (24/7) in designated campus lots based on their housing assignment.
• Overnight (O) parking permits are sold on a first-come, first-served basis. For each residence hall, there are convenient and perimeter options. The convenient zones will sell out.
• View the Residence Hall and Apartment parking permit webpages for more information. 

Off-Campus Student Permits

• If you're not living on campus, you may purchase a Student Reserved (SR) or Student (S) permit and park in designated lots.
• Parking Ramp permits are also available and sell out quickly.
• View the Off-Campus Student parking permit webpage for more information. 

Purchasing a Parking Permit

• Annual permits for the upcoming academic year are available for purchase beginning July 30. 
• Annual permits are valid from Aug. 16 to Aug. 15 of the following year. 
• Spring, summer or fall semester parking permits are also available.
• You'll be able to access the UND Parking Portal two business days after registering for classes.
• Once you purchase a permit, your license plate serves as your virtual permit.

Questions?

UND Parking Services
701.777.3551
parking@UND.edu

Make a Payment

• View your Campus Connection account to verify that you're being charged the correct tuition rate.
• Review options to pay your bill. Payments can be made online through Campus Connection.
• A reminder that your outstanding balance is due by the following dates to avoid a late fee:
  • Fall = Oct. 15
  • Spring = March 15

International Payments

If you live outside of the United States and need to make a payment, visit Flywire for directions.

Campus Connection Authorized User

To permit someone else (family member) to view your tuition bill and make payments, you must set up an authorized user in your Campus Connection account.

Questions?

One-Stop Student Services
701.777.1234
onestop@UND.edu

Connect with classmates and find out what’s happening at UND.

1. Visit the UND events calendar.
2. Download the My UND app. Opt into the communication channels that interest you.
3. Follow @UNDstudentlife on Instagram.
4. Add your cell phone number to Campus Connection to receive student life text messages.
5. Join your Facebook Group and ask questions of fellow UND students.
6. Watch for the Student Life Weekly newsletter to arrive in your inbox every Monday during the academic year. 
7. Read the Dakota Student newspaper.
8. Tag your social media posts with #UNDproud and see yourself on the UND home page.

Stay up-to-date with important academic dates and deadlines by checking out UND's academic calendars, which include:

• Semester start/end dates
• Add/drop deadlines
• Financial aid deadlines
• Billing due dates
• Holidays

You can use our interactive academic calendars to save individual dates directly to your own calendar system by clicking on the "Add to Calendar" link. You also can receive email reminders for an event by clicking on the "I'm Interested" button.

Important Dates & Deadlines

Student Technology Requirements

Whether you’re taking courses in the classroom or online, it’s important to have the right technology and equipment.

Visit the University IT website for an overview of student technology requirements. 

Free Software

As a UND student, you'll receive Microsoft 365 Apps for free, which includes Word, PowerPoint, Excel, OneNote, Outlook and more.

You may install Microsoft 365 Apps on a maximum of five (5) home or personally-owned PCs / Macs and on a maximum of five (5) mobile devices. Office mobile applications are accessible on iPhone and Android phones.

Technology Support Services

Get acquainted with University Information Technology and the support services they provide to students through the UND Tech Guide.

You'll use a variety of different student systems throughout your UND experience. Before classes begin, familiarize yourself with these main systems and how you will use them. 

Campus Connection

Campus Connection is the system you'll use to manage your student account information, including registering for classes, managing your financial aid and paying your bills. 

Before classes begin, make sure you go to Student Self Service within Campus Connection to:

• Review your class schedule.
• Complete your emergency contact information. 
• Add/update your student cell phone to receive UND texts. 

Blackboard

For many of your courses, Blackboard will be an important and useful tool. Blackboard is an online system that gives you access to your course information, including syllabi, grades, handouts, presentation, quizzes and exams.

It is important to check Blackboard regularly for course updates.

Hawk Central

Hawk Central is a tool that helps you do the following:

• Create personalized graduation plans with your academic advisor.
• Track your degree progress.
• Plan your course schedule each semester.
• Find people and offices around campus who can help you be successful, such as your instructors and academic advisor. 
• Schedule an appointment with an advisor.

How to Login

To access Campus Connection, Blackboard, Hawk Central and other systems you'll use as a student:

• Select "Logins" at the top of any page while on the UND website.
• Click the appropriate link.
• Follow the login instructions.
• Most often, you'll use your NDUS account information (e.g., firstname.lastname and password).

You have the option to buy or rent textbooks (new, used and/or digital) at the UND Bookstore. 

There are a few ways to identify your required textbooks and other course materials for the upcoming semester:

1. Campus Connection

• Log into Campus Connection to see your textbook list by class and order directly through the UND Bookstore.
• Click Manage Classes > View My Classes.
• On the bottom, click the blue "Buy My Books" button to pull up the UND Bookstore with all your required materials.

2. UND Bookstore

• Visit the UND Bookstore website to find your textbooks online. You can have them shipped to your residence or pick them up at the store.
• You may also shop in person.

Ordering Textbooks Video

Questions?

UND Bookstore
701.407.0448
UND@bkstr.com

Career Services assists you with achieving your career goals by:

• Helping you to identify potential career paths.
• Providing internship opportunities to combine your coursework with professional experience in your field.
• Enhancing your job search techniques, resume and cover letter writing abilities and interview skills.
• Offering practice interviews, specialized workshops and career fairs.

The Family Educational Rights & Privacy Act (FERPA) establishes certain rights for students regarding the privacy of their academic and financial records.

To allow UND to release detailed information about your account over the phone or to a non-UND email address, you must complete the FERPA privacy release form. This form allows UND to release the specific educational records you designate to the specific individual(s) you designate.

FERPA release forms are recommended to be completed before your first day of your first semester at UND. 

You may complete your FERPA Privacy Release request on the eForms tile in Campus Connection.

Questions?

One-Stop Student Services
701.777.1234
onestop@UND.edu

If you're struggling with one of your courses, don't be afraid to ask for help.

Academic Support Services

As a UND student, you have access to a variety of academic services at no additional cost, including:

• Tutoring
• Study skills support
• Learning tips and tools 

Writing Center

The Writing Center is a place for students to discuss their work in progress with a writing consultant. Common projects consultants can assist you with are:

• Class assignments 
• Resumes and CVs
• Application essays
• Graduate theses and doctoral dissertations

Library Services

The Chester Fritz Library offers a variety of services to help you with your classes and research.

As a UND student, you can take two types of online courses:

• Self-Paced Enroll Anytime (take 3 to 9 months to complete; not eligible for financial aid). 
• Semester-Based (follow the academic calendar with dates and deadlines; eligible for financial aid)

Enroll in online courses as well as find additional support services, including:

• • Online exam testing services
  • Learning tips and tools for online students
  • Online library assistance

UND offers a variety of health and safety information, resources and support for concerns such as:

• Accommodations for students with disabilities
• Mental health
• Public safety
• Policies
• Health and well-being
• Discrimination

Use our interactive SafeUND website to quickly find the help you need.

You may also download the UND SafeCampus mobile app to receive important safety alerts and access to resources.