Congratulations on your acceptance
to The University of Akron

Overview of steps for
admitted first-year students

If you haven't already, confirm your enrollment

• Pay your confirmation fee to secure your spot

Log into your student portal, called My Akron

• You can check on your admission status, see scholarships and financial aid awards, access the housing application and dining plan and more
• To log into My Akron use your UANet ID (found on your acceptance letter)
• If you need help with your password, email admissions@uakron.edu

Attend Future Zips Day or another campus visit

• Visit days allow you to explore campus, and get to know your new home for the next four years
• Ask your questions and get immediate answers in person about academics, financial aid, housing and more

Apply for financial aid (FAFSA) and University scholarships

• Dec. 1 is the deadline for priority awarding of federal student aid, but you can file your FAFSA through June 30
• View additional scholarships available at The University of Akron

Apply for Housing and Dining Plan

• You can begin applying for housing for the fall semester in January
• May 15 is the priority housing deadline
• Find the housing application and dining plans in My Akron

Submit final transcripts

• Ask your counselor to submit your final high school transcript

Get ready for your New Roo Experience

• Once you confirm your enrollment, the Office of New Student Orientation will begin emailing information about meeting your advisor, registering for classes and New Roo Orientation.