Welcome, New Students!
Welcome to the Franklin & Marshall community! We are so glad you have chosen to join us. The days and months ahead are sure to be filled with new experiences as you begin to prepare for your life at F&M. This site is meant to assist you in navigating your way through this transition. Be sure to visit it often for the most up-to-date resources.
Starting on Friday, May 18th, after 4pm, you will be asked to report to your F&M Application Portal to complete several matriculation surveys. The surveys will help determine the four classes you will enroll in first semester.
Thank you to everyone who participated in the New Student Webinar on May 21st. If you weren't able to attend, but would like to view the informational session, please click here.
Additionally, there will be an International Student webinar on Wednesday, May 23rd at 8am. Please enter this meeting here.
Want to start your F&M experience early? Consider registering for a pre-orientation program. To learn more about the specific programs at F&M please visit their websites: Putting it Together (PIT), First-Year Outdoor Orientation Trip (FOOT) & Gardening and Regeneration Orientation Week (GROW). (Remember to check back as information is updated).
We hope this to-do list can serve as a quick reference for you. If you have any questions regarding the items to be completed, please contact the office requesting the information.
Please also check out the "What to Expect" list for a timeline of when you can expect to hear about various items of interest.
You will receive an email from the ITS Helpdesk shortly after your matriculation fee is processed. Please be sure to set up your account as soon as possible. Follow the instructions in the email you receive. Contact 717-358-6789 if you need assistance with your email.
| When to expect: | item: | who should complete: | When it's due | Office: |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rolling basis; when Enrollment Fee is paid | Accessing your F&M email account. | All students | Please check that you can access your account immediately after receiving an email from ITS | Dean of the College |
| May 18th after 4pm | New Student Matriculation Surveys | All students-you will be able to access this through your F&M Application Portal. You will also receive information for how to ask questions of your advisors. | June 16 | Dean of the College |
| Early July | Housing Application | All students-instructions for completing the application will be sent to F&M email address. (Housing and Roommate notification; first week of August). | July 14 | Housing |
| Late May | Student Health Form | Please check the F&M Application Portal for how to complete this step. | ASAP | Student Wellness Center |
| Early May | Pre-Orientation Program Applications | If you plan to participate in a pre-orientation program. | Varies, read application information carefully | Various offices |
| Available now on their website | Self-Identification & Accommodation Form | If you will require any sort of special services or accommodations. | June 1 | Office of Disability Services |
| Mid-May | Check Financial Aid account | If you have applied for Financial Aid, log on to MyAid to check your account. | Mid-May | Office of Financial Aid |
| May 18th | Math Placement Exam | Please access the F&M Applications Portal for information regarding Math | June 16 | Mathematics |
| May 18th | Language Placement Exam | Please access the F&M Applications Portal for information regarding Language Placement | June 16 | Modern Languages |
| May 18th | Submit Photo for F&M ID | Please check the F&M Application Portal for how to submit your photo. | August 3 | Auxiliary Services |
| Early August | Payment of Fall bill |
Fall bill will be emailed to students in July. Students will receive housing assignments. |
First week of August | Student Accounts and Billing |
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