Graduate

1. Confirm Your Intention to Enroll: The first step is to confirm your intention to enroll in the applicant portal. Once you confirm your intention to enroll, including submitting the enrollment deposit if required, this will hold your spot in the program and allow you to move on to the next steps below. Remember, your log‐in credentials are the same as your application log‐in and PIN. Some programs require a tuition deposit, which is also required to hold your spot!
2. Terms and Conditions: Each semester, you will need to complete the University's Financial Agreement, Disclosure Statement and Electronic Consent in order to register for classes. You can complete this document within your applicant portal for your first semester. However, in future semesters, please be sure to visit Self-Service to complete this document.
3. University Email: The next step is to set up your university email at hawkmail.hartford.edu. You will receive an email with information on how to set-up your university email account within 48 hours of confirming your intention to enroll, which includes submitting the enrollment deposit if required. It is important that you set this up as soon as possible so you can move to the next step.
4. Self-Service: You will be able to access your Self-Service portal once you have set up your university email.  Self-Service is where you can see your course schedule, transfer credits, financial aid, bill, and class grades. Information on how to access your Self-Service Portal will be waiting for you in your hartford.edu email inbox.
5. Register for Classes: You will work with your Program Director/Admission Manager mentioned in your acceptance letter to register for courses. It is important you reach out to this contact once it is time to register. (Hint: sometimes this is done when you arrive on campus.) Check www.hartford.edu/calendar for the academic calendar and course registration dates.
6. Blackboard: Once you are registered for classes, your courses will be viewable in Blackboard typically within the next 24-48 hours. Blackboard is the learning management system used by most professors. Typically course syllabi and content are not available until a few days before your class starts.
7. Text Books: Your syllabi will usually mention the books you may need to purchase for your class. Many books must be ordered online, so make sure to plan ahead to allow time for shipping. You can look for the books that may be required and sign up for alerts from the university bookstore.
8. Financial Aid: If you would like federal financial aid (Domestic Students only) to help you pay for your education, you will need to go to the FAFSA website and file the FAFSA. Please note graduate students are only eligible for unsubsidized Federal Stafford loans based on the student’s financial need (taking 6 or more credits is required to secure aid). Please contact the Office of Financial aid with questions at FinAid@hartford.edu or call 860‐768‐4296.
9. Payment Plans: Graduate students can set up a tuition payment plan. It is important to sign up early for the maximum benefit and to avoid late fees! For help email css@hartford.edu or call 860‐768‐4999.
10. Student ID: Once you are registered for classes, you can upload your photo for your student ID by completing the below steps.
    • Log in with your email username and password.
    • Upload a photo of your driver's license or passport, take a selfie photo, or use an existing photo. For questions regarding the photo upload process, please contact IDOffice@hartford.edu. 
    • Edit photo according to options given.
    • Receive confirmation email.
    • Pick up your ID in person in the Administration Building, CC117. To obtain a student ID in person, you must present proof of registration and an additional form of ID such as a license. If you are not local to UHart, you can note a mailing address you would like the ID to be mailed to.

You will receive additional information about orientation as the semester nears.

If you plan to take classes on campus or use on-campus resources, you should also pay close attention to the next steps:

1. Immunization: Per Connecticut State Law, you must submit your immunization records if you are taking classes on campus or if you use on-campus resources, this must be completed before you arrive on campus. You should review the Immunization Form as soon as possible to prepare for campus arrival. 
2. Parking Pass: Plan to apply for a parking pass through your Self-Service portal if you intend to have a car on campus.
3. Housing: Research your housing options before you arrive.  The University of Hartford offers graduate housing. There are also off-campus housing options. If you are interested in on-campus housing, it is important to submit your housing application through the housing portal found in the Self-Service Center. The housing application is typically available ten days after your enrollment confirmation is processed. 
   • Instructions:
     • Go to Self-Service
     • Select Student
     • Select Residential Life
     • Complete the Application

It is important to check in with your Program Director contact for additional orientation programming associated with your program of study.

Additional Information

We also invite you to view the Graduate Student Experience and Financing your Education pages for information on ways to connect with campus resources during your graduate education. If you have any questions, please email gradstudy@hartford.edu.

1. Confirm Your Intention to Enroll: The first step is to confirm your intention to enroll in the applicant portal and pay the enrollment deposit. Once you submit your deposit, this will hold your spot in the program and allow you to move on to the next steps below. Your log‐in credentials are the same as your application log‐in and PIN.
2. University Email: The next step is to set up your university email. You will receive an email with information on how to set-up your university email account within 48 hours of submitting your enrollment deposit. It is important that you set this up as soon as possible so you can move to the next step.
3. I-20 Process: Once we receive your tuition deposit, we will begin the I-20 process if a student visa is required. Please submit the I‐20 request form and a copy of your passport as instructed by gradstudy@hartford.edu if you have not done so already (this must be done before we can issue your I‐20 form). Once the I‐20 is ready, you will receive an email at your university email account from the International Center with instructions on how to access your I-20 document. If you have trouble with this process, please email gradstudy@hartford.edu or call 860-768-4371.
4. Visa Appointment: Once you receive your I-20, book your appointment at the US Embassy for your visa interview.
5. Housing: Research your housing options before you arrive.  The University of Hartford offers graduate housing. There are also off-campus housing options. If you are interested in on-campus housing, it is important to submit your housing application through the housing portal found in the Self-Service Center. The housing application is typically available ten days after your enrollment confirmation is processed.
   • Instructions:
     • Go to Self-Service
     • Select Student
     • Select Residential Life
     • Complete the Application
6. Terms and Conditions: Each semester, you will need to complete the University's Financial Agreement, Disclosure Statement and Electronic Consent in order to register for classes. You can complete this document within your applicant portal for your first semester. However, in future semesters, please be sure to visit Self-Service to complete this document.
7. Self-Service: You will be able to access your Self-Service portal once you have set up your university email. Self-Service is where you can see your course schedule, transfer credits, bill, and class grades. Information on how to access your Self-Service Portal will be waiting for you in your hartford.edu email inbox.
8. Register for Classes: You will work with your Program Director/Manager mentioned in your acceptance letter to register for courses. It is important you reach out to your Program Director/Manager once it is time to register. (Hint: sometimes this is done when you arrive on campus.) Check www.hartford.edu/calendar for the academic calendar and course registration dates.
9. Blackboard: Once you are registered for classes, your courses will be viewable in Blackboard typically within the next 24-48 hours. Blackboard is the learning management system used by most professors. Typically course syllabi and content are not available until a few days before your class starts.
10. Textbooks: Your syllabi will usually mention the books you may need to purchase for your class. Many books must be ordered online, so make sure to plan ahead to allow time for shipping. You can look for the books that may be required and sign up for alerts from the university bookstore.
11. Payment Plans: Graduate students can set up a tuition payment plan. It is important to sign up early for the maximum benefit and to avoid late fees!. For help email css@hartford.edu or call 860‐768‐4999.
12. Immunization: Per Connecticut State Law, you must submit your immunization records if you are taking classes on campus or if you use on-campus resources. This must be completed before you arrive on campus. You should review the Immunization Form as soon as possible to prepare for campus arrival.
13. Parking Pass: Plan to apply for a parking pass through your Self-Service portal if you intend to have a car on campus.
14. Flights: Plan to arrive at the University of Hartford one day before the mandatory International Student Orientation Program.
15. US Arrival: Students beginning their program in fall of 2024 are asked to arrive in the US by August 22, 2024. Transportation is available from Bradley International (BDL) Airport to campus on arrival day. You will be asked to confirm your travel arrangements and pick-up times if needed from BDL in July. Once you have entered the US, you will need to complete the online immigration check in. This confirms your arrival and allows the US Government to process your SEVIS Registration. You must complete the online immigration check-in before the first day of classes.
16. International Orientation: The International Center will be hosting a mandatory in-person International Orientation on Friday, August 23, 2024. This program will allow you to meet the International team at the University of Hartford, check in with your International student advisor and meet other International students.
17. Get Ready for Classes: Fall of 2024 classes will begin on August 26, 2024.
18. Student ID: Once you are registered for classes, you can upload your photo for your student ID by completing the below steps.
    • Log in with your email username and password.
    • Upload a photo of your driver's license or passport, take a selfie photo, or use an existing photo.
    • Edit photo according to options given.
    • Receive confirmation email.
    • Pick up your ID in person in the Administration Building, CC117. To obtain a student ID in person, you must present proof of registration and an additional form of ID such as a license.

It is important you check in with your Program Director contact for additional orientation programming associated with your program of study.