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Next Steps After Registration

After completing your Orientation & Registration and enrolling in your courses, please review the following items to ensure you're fully prepared for the start of the semester.

  • Contact the IT Department for any technology-related questions:

    Activate your ARCC 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 cell phone or mobile device
    • Check Your Email Daily

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    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

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

    1. Complete the 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:

    4. Disbursement:

      • Your financial aid will be disbursed on the third Tuesday of the semester.
  • Note: PSEO students do not need to make payment arrangements.

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

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

  • Request Your 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?

  • Office for Students with Disabilities (Accommodations):

    Provides information and resources to support an accessible and inclusive environment, including individualized accommodations.

    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.

  • Contact Your Academic Advisor: Reach out as soon as possible if you need to make schedule changes.

    Understand Your Class Delivery Method:

    • On-Campus Classes: Attend classes in-person at the times listed on your schedule.
    • Blended/Hybrid Classes: Log into D2L on the first day of class and attend in-person sessions as scheduled.
    • Online Classes: Log into D2L on the first day of class.
      • Synchronous Online Courses: Have required online meeting times.
      • Asynchronous Online Courses: Do not have required meeting times but will have assignment due dates.


    Helpful Tips for Class Success:

    • Read and ensure you understand the class syllabus. If anything is unclear, ask your instructor for clarification.
    • Participate in class, attending all meeting times and complete all of the assignments, quizzes, and tests.
    • Ask questions and check in with your instructor during office hours.

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