Anoka Ramsey Community College

Next Steps After Registration

• Set Up Your Technology

  Contact the IT Department for any technology-related questions:

  • • Email: it.helpdesk@anokaramsey.edu
    • Phone: 763-433-1510
    • Website: Technology Services

  Activate your ARCC Student Email

  ARCC Homepage > Current Students > Email

  • • Watch this short instructional video here!
    • Know your Login Information: starid@go.minnstate.edu and StarID password
    • Download the Microsoft Outlook App: Install it on your mobile device
    • Check Your Email Regularly

  D2L Brightspace

  ARCC Homepage > Current Students > D2L Brightspace

  • • Watch D2L Brightspace Tutorials on YouTube
    • Attend a D2L Brightspace Training Session: Available at the Beginning of the Semester

  Need to Borrow a Computer? Apply for a Loaner Computer from Anoka-Ramsey: Student Loaner Request

  Explore Affordable Internet and Computer Options: Low and No-Cost Internet and Computer Options

• Complete and Finalize Your Financial Aid (FAFSA)

  Note: PSEO and International students do not need to complete the FAFSA.

  1. Complete the FAFSA:

     • How to apply for financial aid.
     • If you are starting classes in Fall 2025, Spring 2026, or Summer 2026 ensure you complete the 2025-2026 FAFSA.

  2. Check Your FAFSA Status:

     • Log into your eServices account and click on the “Financial Aid” tab.
     • Ensure the correct semester is listed.
     • Work on the remaining steps until you reach the "Disbursement of Funds/Student Account" step.

  3. Questions or Issues? Contact the Financial Aid Office:

     • • Phone: 763-433-1500
       • Email: financialaid@anokaramsey.edu

  4. Disbursement:

     • Your financial aid will be disbursed on the third Tuesday of the semester.

• Pay Your Tuition & Fees

  Note: PSEO students do not need to make payment arrangements.

  You must complete one of the following payment options by the payment deadline:

  • Ensure Your FAFSA Is On File:

    • Log into eServices, click on the “Financial Aid” tab. Ensure that the correct semester is listed and check your current step.
    • Questions or Issues? Contact the Financial Aid Office:
      • • Phone: 763-433-1500
        • Email: financialaid@anokaramsey.edu
    • Review all important financial aid deadlines and dates.

  • Pay Your Tuition or Arrange a Payment Plan:

    • Log into eServices, click on “Bills and Payment,” and select your Anoka-Ramsey billing statement.
    • Choose to pay your tuition in full, arrange a payment plan, or make a down payment of $300 or 15% of your tuition bill (whichever is less).
    • Find out how to pay your tuition or make a down payment if not using financial aid.

  • Submit a Third Party Authorization or Contact the Certifying Official for Veteran’s Benefits:

    • Ensure you have a Third Party Authorization on file with the college or contact the college’s Certifying Official if using Veteran’s Benefits.

• Order Your Textbooks

  Order your textbooks and other course materials through the Campus Store.

  Books will be available for ordering on the following dates:

  • Fall 2025 - August 4, 2025

• Get Your Student Photo ID

  Request Your Student Photo ID Electronically

  1. Ensure Registration:

     • You must be registered for the semester in which you are requesting your ID.

  2. Submit Your Photo:

     • Take a recent photo of yourself following the guidelines below.
     • Complete the Photo ID Request eform and attach your photo.

  3. Processing and Delivery:

     • Once we receive your request, we will process and prepare your ID card.
     • Your ID will be mailed to the home/mailing address in your student record.
     • Please allow approximately 10 business days for delivery.

  Electronic Photo Submission Guidelines:

  • Photo Requirements:

    • Recent color photo of head and shoulders only (typically taken 3-5 feet away).
    • Smile naturally.
    • No other people or objects in the background.
    • Photo should be taken in good lighting with no shadows or bright spots.
    • Face and shoulders should be forward and centered.
    • Photo orientation should be forward and level.
    • Save the photo as a .jpg file.

  • Photos Will Be Rejected If They Contain:

    • Someone other than yourself (e.g., animals, babies, parents, inanimate objects).
    • Sunglasses, hats, or other items obstructing the face or hair.
    • Tilted heads, selfies, or glamour shots.
    • Comical photos or gestures.
    • Backgrounds that are not plain, solid white, or dark colors.
    • Group photos.
    • Low-quality, dark, or overexposed photos.
    • Shirts with profanity or derogatory verbiage.

  Questions?

  • Email us at: photoid@anokaramsey.edu

• Connect with Campus Resources

  Office for Students with Disabilities:

  Students who experience disability-related barriers at Anoka-Ramsey Community College are encouraged to apply for accommodations with the Office for Students with Disabilities to receive accommodations and support services.

  Counseling Services:

  Offers personal counseling for stress and mental health concerns, helps students find basic needs resources, and provides career exploration and counseling to support educational and career goals.

  Tutoring Services:

  Provides scheduled tutoring sessions with peer and professional tutors, asynchronous feedback on essays and questions, and 24/7 access to Tutor.com.