New Student Checklist

After you apply, this checklist is designed to guide you through each step of the process. Stay informed about key dates and deadlines to help ensure a smooth and successful transition from applicant to enrolled student.

 

After Applying
  Fall 2026Spring 2027Summer 2027
◯FINANCIAL AID: If you plan to use financial aid, please visit the Office of Financial Aid website, and complete the
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The University of Iowa Federal School Code is 001892.		Opens: October 1, 2025Opens: October 1, 2025Opens December 2025
◯HAWKID/PASSWORD: Watch for an email from the Office of Admissions or visit the Hawk ID Guide for assistance.Immediately After ApplyingImmediately After ApplyingImmediately After Applying
◯TRANSCRIPTS: Request all transcripts be sent to the University of Iowa Office of Admissions.Immediately After ApplyingImmediately After ApplyingImmediately After Applying
◯ADMISSIONS PROFILE: Go to the Admissions tab on MyUI to locate your Admissions Profile to check on the status of your application.Immediately After ApplyingImmediately After ApplyingImmediately After Applying

After Admission
  Fall 2026Spring 2027Summer 2027
◯MY UIOWA: Explore the Student Information tab on MyUI.Immediately After AdmissionImmediately After AdmissionImmediately After Admission
◯EMAIL: Access your UI email in Office 365 through MyUI.Immediately After AdmissionImmediately After AdmissionImmediately After Admission
◯GETTING STARTED: Watch for a Welcome email from your academic advisor.Immediately After AdmissionImmediately After AdmissionImmediately After Admission
◯ORIENTATION: Complete the required Online Orientation.Opens: February 2026Opens: October 2026 Opens: February 2027
◯SCHEDULE: Orientation Advising Appoint MyUI.Opens: February 2026Opens: October 2026 Opens: February 2027
◯RSVP: Sign up to attend a Start of the Semester Live Meeting.Opens: February 2026Opens: October 2026 Opens: February 2027

Registration
  Fall 2026Spring 2027Summer 2027
◯COURSES: Courses published for viewing on MyUIFirst Week in February 2026First Week in September 2026September 28, 2026
◯PREPARE: Review Registration Process 

February 1, 2026 –

August 7, 2026

October 1, 2026-

January 18, 2027

February 1–June 20, 2027
◯DEGREE AUDIT: Request and review Degree Audit on  MyUI

February 1, 2026 –

August 7, 2026

October 1, 2026-

January 18, 2027

February 1–June 20, 2027
◯PLAN: Work with your advisor to plan and search for courses on MyUI

February 1, 2026 –

August 7, 2026

October 1, 2026-

January 18, 2027

February 1–June 20, 2027
◯REGISTER: Registration beginsApril 13, 2026Mid-November 2026March 8, 2027

Start of the Semester
  Fall 2026Spring 2027Summer 2027
◯FINAL TRANSCRIPTS: Check your Admissions Profile on MyUIAugust 1, 2026January 1, 2027June 1, 2027
◯UBILL: First U-Bill posted on MyUIAugust 1, 2026January 1, 2027June 1, 2027
◯COURSE SCHEDULE: Review your course schedule on MyUI for accuracyAugust 1, 2026January 1, 2027June 1, 2027
◯LIVE MEETING: Attend a virtual Start of the Semester Live Meeting

August 1-18, 2026

 

January 1-15, 2027 See Dates in OrientationMay-See Dates in Orientation
◯TEXTBOOKS: Order texts and materials   
◯START CLASSES: First day of classesAugust 24, 2026January 19, 2027

May 17, 2027 (4wk)(12wk)(6wk-1) 

June 14, 2027 (8wk) 

June 27, 2027 (6wk-2)

Printable: NEW STUDENT CHECKLIST.