Next Steps for Freshmen
Congratulations on your acceptance to Seattle Pacific University! We can't wait to welcome you to campus this autumn. Here are your next steps, including important deadlines for housing and to make sure you get full access to financial aid.
If this is your first time logging into your student portal, go to spu.edu/findmyID. Once you are admitted, you will see your next step checklist for enrollment in your portal. It’s a one-stop shop for everything you need to do next! Be sure to check your portal frequently by clicking on the "update" button at the top. This is how you will be notified of scholarships, financial aid, and important next steps.
2. Submit your enrollment deposit (advance payment) by May 1
If you haven’t already, log into your Seattle Pacific Portal and submit your $200 enrollment deposit by May 1 to confirm your spot.
Questions? Contact the Office of Undergraduate Admissions at 206-281-2021, 800-366-3344, or admissions@spu.edu.
3. Set Up Your SPU Email Account
After you have your computer credentials, log in at spu.edu/webmail. Check this often! Many updates will be sent to this email.
Questions? Contact Computer and Information Systems at help@spu.edu or 206-281-2982, or visit CIS in Lower Marston Hall.
4. Apply for Financial Aid
Fill out your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as soon after October 1 as possible. Have the results sent to Seattle Pacific University (SPU’s school code for FAFSA is 003788).
- Updates to your financial award will be posted to your SPU Portal. Check your portal regularly for updated scholarship and financial aid information.
- Final tuition and room & board costs will be updated in March.
Questions? Contact Student Financial Services at 206-281-2061 or 800-737-8826.
You're required to sign up for New Student Advising, the process for signing up for your classes, so we can prepare your records and materials for advising and registration. Watch your mailbox and SPU email for more information. For important details on how to sign up, please visit the NSA webpage.
*Before attending NSA
- Submit your advance payment (enrollment deposit)
- If you are transferring any college credits, you must submit your college transcripts at least two weeks before your New Student Advising registration date
Questions? Contact new student advising at 206-281-2575 or nsa@spu.edu.
6. Sign Up for Housing by June 1
Housing applications will be available April 1. Sign up by June 1 and you will receive your housing assignment in July. Find more information on housing requirements including the $300 room deposit, how to apply, and application deadlines at spu.edu/housing.
Questions? Contact University Services at housing@spu.edu or 206-281-2188.
Right before classes begin, you will take part in a required event called Orientation. Parents and guests are invited to attend the first two days. Look for more sign up information in early Spring and be sure to watch your mail and SPU email.
Questions? Contact the Office of Student Programs at orientation@spu.edu or 206-281-2247.
8. Send Official Academic Transcripts by August 1
We need your final academic transcript with a posted graduation date by August 1. (Your financial aid will be affected if we don’t have this.) If you are transferring any college credits, you must submit your college transcripts at least two weeks before your New Student Advising registration date.
Questions? Contact the Office of Undergraduate Admissions at 206-281-2021, 800-366-3344, or admissions@spu.edu.
9. Return a Medical History Form and Immunization Record
You will need to send us this information by September 1. Please download the forms on the Health Center website and mail or fax to:
Seattle Pacific University Health Services
3307 3rd Ave. W., Suite 110
Seattle, WA 98119–1922
Fax: 206-281-2674
Questions? Contact Health Services at 206-281-2231 or visit the Health Center website.
10. Update Your Emergency Contacts
If you’ve made your enrollment deposit, you’re probably logged into Banner (SPU’s online site to check your grades and transcripts, and to enroll in classes). While you're there, update your emergency contacts, which are found under the Personal menu.
11. Grant Access to Others
Grant access for your parents or others to receive information regarding your student account, financial aid, housing, and general academic standing.
Questions? Contact Student Financial Services at 206-281-2061 or 800-737-8826
12. Submit Your Falcon Card Photo Online
Beginning May 1st, you can upload your photo for your SPU campus card using the MyPhoto portal. This multipurpose ID card is your key to campus and will be available for pick up on move-in day! Photos must be uploaded by September 1.
Questions? Visit the Falcon Card Services site, call 206-281-2693, or email falconcards@spu.edu.
We can’t wait for you to join us on campus!
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