Next Steps for First Time in College

• But First, Set Up Your UNF Email!

  After you have been admitted, it is important to check your UNF e-mail frequently! Your e-mail is accessible through the myWings portal. 

   

  If you have not logged into the system before, select “Login Help.” Follow the prompts to verify your information, obtain your student ID (N number) and log into the ITS self‐service page. From this page you will be able to create a password. 

   

  Return to the myWings homepage and log in with your student ID number and password. Access to your email can be found from the icon in the right‐hand corner.

• Get Familiar with UNF IT Services
  Not sure where to start? UNF provides a lot of great technology tools for students. Check out the Tech Toolkit to learn about them.

Step One - Secure Your Spot!

• Register for Orientation

  You can sign up for New Student Orientation through your myWings account. Registering for orientation is the only way to lock in your seat in our freshman class and is equivalent to accepting your admittance to UNF. Congratulations! You're officially an Osprey!

  myWings > What’s Next > Register for Orientation  

  
  

  Orientation is mandatory for all first-time-in-college students. If at any time you decide you do not want to attend, please contact us so we can make your seat available for another student.

   

• Register for Parent and Family Orientation
  Parents coming with you to Orientation? Great! Have them register for Parent Orientation on the same days that you’ll be attending.

Step Two - Update Your Student Records

• Declare Florida Residency (if applicable)

  If you are a Florida current, be sure to declare your Florida residency to receive in-state tuition rates! Not a Florida resident? No problem - move on to Step Four.  

  myWings > Student Records > Student Self Service > Admissions > Residency Declaration

• Submit Immunization Records

  You are required to submit proof of immunization against measles, mumps and rubella in order to register for classes at UNF. You will not be allowed to register for classes until your immunization forms are received and cleared by UNF’s Medical Compliance Office. Contact the UNF Medical Compliance Office at (904) 620‐2175 with any questions or concerns. 

  myWings > Student Records > Student Self Service > Upload Student Documents

Step Three - Clear Your Account Holds Before Orientation

• Complete Campus Clarity
  Campus Clarity is a campus safety program all students must complete. It takes about 2 hours and needs to be done at least 48 hours prior to Orientation. It can be found through the “Holds” tile in myWings.
• Complete Placement Tests
  We have a math and writing placement tests available that all students will need to complete prior to attending Orientation. They can be found by clicking your Canvas tile in myWings.
• Check for Other Account Holds
  Be sure to check and clear the registration holds on your “Holds” tile in myWings prior to attending your Orientation sessions. Remember, it may take up to 2 – 3 business days for a hold to clear, so if you just completed Campus Clarity, give it a day or two to officially clear.

Step Four - Financial Aid

• Submit FAFSA
  While the FAFSA isn’t required, we highly encourage you to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to see if you qualify for loans, grants or Federal work study.
• Discover Scholarships Available
  The University of North Florida is committed to helping students finance their college education. Discover scholarships and financial resources available to UNF students, and apply for any opportunities that apply to you!

Step Five - Connect With Us!

• Follow Us on Social Media
  Stay up-to-date on all these UNF by following a few key accounts on social media! 

  
  

  UNF New Student Orientation Facebook

  UNF Admissions Facebook, Instagram, Twitter

  UNF Campus Life Facebook, Instagram, Twitter

  Find additional UNF departments.
• Join Your UNF Class Group on Facebook

  Each graduating class at UNF has a respective class group on Facebook. These groups are great for students connecting with one another, discovering answers to common questions and more. 

   

  To find your group, search UNF, Class of 2023 on Facebook and request to join. Additionally, parents can search UNF, Class of 2023 - Parents and join a parent network group!

*Optional Steps

• Submit Your Housing Contract
  We highly encourage you to submit your Housing and Residence Life contract before you arrive for orientation. Here's a how-to video on submitting your contract.
• Purchase a Meal Membership

  Students living on campus are required to purchase a Meal Membership through UNF Dining Services. If you do not select one, you will be automatically granted the largest meal plan available. 

  Meal plans are also available for non-resident students, and can be purchased by following the same steps below.

  myWings > Student Tools > Meal Memberships

• Get a Head Start on First Year Advising by Tracking Your Degree
  These course sequence guides provide a term-by-term sample schedule for undergraduate academic programs at the University of North Florida. These maps are designed to guide you in the selection of courses for each term. Following the sample schedule, and completing the mile marker courses at the appropriate point in your undergraduate career, will facilitate graduation in four years. The Osprey Map should be used in consultation with an academic advisor.