Checklist for Incoming Graduate Students

Checklist for Incoming Graduate Students

• Meet with your Graduate Adviser/Academic Department
• UANet ID (university e-mail address allows you to register on the web) and password may be obtained in-person at the Bierce Library, Room 52C. You may also contact the Help Desk at 330-972-6888
• Register for classes and pay bill. You may check your invoice through My Akron. There you can also find information on fee deadlines.
• Zip Card (student identification card) can be obtained in Simmons Hall.
  Note: You MUST be registered for classes before you can obtain your Zip Card
• Parking permit can be obtained in the Office of Parking Services
• Buy books at the Barnes & Noble Bookstore at the Student Union
• International Students must visit the International Center and provide passport & immigration information. This is located in Buchtel Hall.

Types of registration

(You MUST be registered by the 14th day of classes)

1. In person at Hezzleton E. Simmons Hall
2. Internet Registration at www.uakron.edu (click on My Akron)
   
   • You will need both your UANet ID and password to register.
   • If you obtained your undergraduate degree at The University of Akron, and plan to register on-line, you will need to change your career from undergraduate to graduate. (see instructions below)

Important Phone Numbers