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When? Please call your doctor's office to make an appointment for a physical exam this summer.
Who? Students who plan on playing sports must have Emmanuel's Entrance Health Report form completed by July 1 or they will not be able to participate in sports.
How? You must bring the Entrance Health Report form to your appointment so the provider can sign it. We suggest you keep a copy of the health form for your personal record. The Entrance Health Report form can be printed here »
The form should be returned to:
Emmanuel College
Health Services, St. Joseph Hall
400 The Fenway
Boston, MA 02115
Need Help? Please email Health Services
When? On or after January 1, 2013. Emmanuel's priority filing date is February 15, 2013.
Who? Students who wish to be considered for need-based financial aid.
How? Complete the 2013-2014 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online at www.fafsa.gov (School Code: 002147).
Need Help? Contact Student Financial Services or Federal Student Aid Programs: 1-800-433-3243
When? February 15, 2013
Who? Students who wish to be considered for need-based financial aid.
How? Complete the 2013-2014 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at www.fafsa.gov (School Code: 002147).
Need Help? Contact Student Financial Services or Federal Student Aid Programs: 1-800-433-3243
Accepted Student Visit Day is Saturday, March 23, 2013. To RSVP, mail in the reply card enclosed with your invitation or call the Admissions Office at 617-735-9715. Each accepted student may bring up to two guests.
When? The Office of Student Financial Services begins mailing financial aid award letters in mid-March 2013.
Who? Award letters are sent to accepted students who have submitted a FAFSA.
How? Financial aid award letters are mailed to the student's preferred mailing address. The Financial Aid Award Guide, which provides detailed information regarding financial aid, costs, billing procedures and additional financial aid options is also included.
Need Help? Contact Student Financial Services
Accepted Student Visit Day is Saturday, March 23, 2013. It's the premier day to explore campus and see firsthand what your life could be like as an Emmanuel student! To RSVP, mail in the reply card enclosed with your invitation or call the Admissions Office at 617-735-9715. Each accepted student may bring up to two guests.
When? May 1, 2013
Who? All accepted students
How? Submit your enrollment form and deposit ($500 for resident students or $300 for commuters) online here or mail your signed Enrollment Form with payment.
Need Help? Contact Admissions
When? May 1-June 15, 2013
Who? All accepted students
How? Information will be sent to you via your Emmanuel e-mail account in early May.
Need Help? Contact Orientation
When? Mid-May 2013
Who? All enrolled resident students
How? You will be asked to fill out an online form on the Emmanuel Portal. Beforehand, you will be sent instructions on how to set up your portal account.
Need Help? Contact Residence Life & Housing
When? Anytime before your semester ends
Who? All enrolled transfer students and first-year students who have taken college classes for credit
How? Ask the Registrar's Office at your college or university to send Emmanuel an official transcript after the grades for your last semester have been posted. Failure to submit final grades will delay your ability to obtain transfer credit and register for appropriate classes at Emmanuel.
Need Help? Contact Admissions
When? Once your 2012 tax returns have been completed, please log back into your FAFSA and update your FAFSA using the IRS Data Retrieval tool provided on the FAFSA. If not, you may need to request 2012 tax transcripts from the IRS.
Who? All enrolled students who have received a need-based financial aid award.
How? You may update your FAFSA at www.fafsa.gov.
Need Help? Contact Student Financial Services
When? May 1, 2013
Who? All enrolled students
How? Watch your email for information about Orientation. Emmanuel's online Orientation booklet will tell you everything you need to know about registration, information on accessing disability services, areas of student involvement (Student Activities), campus ministry, residence life and Boston visitor information.
Need Help? Contact Orientation
When? May 29, 2013
Who? All enrolled students
How? Submit your Orientation registration using our online form. You will be asked to indicate your order of preference for the available overnight programs, and The Office of First-Year Experience will confirm via email which session you have been placed in. Please note that you may only register for Orientation online, and sessions are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. The Office of First-Year Experience cannot accept early requests by phone or e-mail. Once your date has been assigned, please be sure to clear your work and personal schedules for this mandatory program.
Need Help? Contact Orientation
When? After you graduate and before the start of the school year!
Who? All enrolled students finishing high school in the spring of 2013
How? Before your school year ends, let your guidance counselor or college counselor know that you plan to attend Emmanuel. Request that they send an official copy of your final high school transcript after your graduation. Students will not be permitted to attend Emmanuel without this evidence of their successful high school graduation.
Need Help? Contact Admissions
When? June 17 & 18, June 20 & 21, June 24 & 25, June 27 & 28. Transfers must attend the June 17 & 18 session.
Who? All enrolled students
How? You must have registered for an orientation date by May 29. If it is past the registration deadline and you have not registered for a date, please contact The Office of First-Year Experience immediately.
Need Help? Contact Orientation
When? Please make an appointment for a physical exam as soon as possible- the Entrance Health Report forms are due July 1.
Who? Students who plan on playing sports must have this form completed by July 1 or they will not be able to participate in sports.
How? You must bring the Entrance Health Report form to your appointment so the provider can sign it. We suggest you keep a copy of the form for your personal record. The Entrance Health Report form can be printed from this link »
The form needs to be returned to:
Emmanuel College
Health Services, St. Josephs Hall
400 The Fenway
Boston, MA 02115Need Help? Please email Health Services
Complete Stafford Loan Master Promissory Note and Entrance Counseling
When? If you were awarded a Stafford Loan as part of your financial aid award and you wish to accept the loan, you will need to complete the required paperwork on our Master Promissory Note and Entrance Counseling page. If you wish to decline the loan, please contact the Office of Student Financial Services.
Who? Students who have been awarded a Stafford Loan
Need Help? Visit our Master Promissory Note and Entrance Counseling page or contact Student Financial Services
When? Mailed early June. The estimated annual bill includes an approximate annual balance to allow students and parents to start planning their method of payment for the full academic year.
Who? All enrolled first-year and transfer students.
How? Mailed in the student's name to the preferred mailing address on file.
Need Help? Contact Student Financial Services
When? Late June/Early July
Who? Students who have a balance and may need help covering the remaining cost.
How? If you, or your parents, will be borrowing a private loan and/or enrolling in the payment plan, you will want to contact the loan lender or Tuition Management Systems (TMS) to begin the process after receiving your estimated annual budget.
Need Help? Contact Student Financial Services or lender of your choice.
When? July 1, 2013
Who? All enrolled resident students
How? You will complete your Residence Life & Housing Lease and Preferences Questionnaire online. If you fail to submit this form by the deadline, Emmanuel may be unable to provide housing for you.
Need Help? Contact Residence Life & Housing
Fall 2013 Semester Tuition Bill
When? Available early July
Who? Enrolled students
How? Mailed in the student's name to the preferred mailing address on file and can be viewed online through your My Saints account.
Need Help? Contact Student Financial Services
When? July 15, 2013
Who? Enrolled students who are planning to use the 10-Month Payment Plan
How? Submit enrollment fee and payment to Tuition Management Systems.
Need Help? Contact TMS at 1-888-216-4258 or visit www.afford.com/emmanuel
When? Late July
Who? All enrolled resident students who have submitted their Residence Life & Housing Lease and Preferences Questionnaire
How? Room assignments will be posted to your Emmanuel email account. (You'll learn how to access this account at Orientation.)
Need Help? Contact Residence Life & Housing
When? August 2, 2013
Who? Enrolled students
How? Submit payment to Emmanuel College, enroll in the monthly payment plan, or utilize one of the low-interest private loan options available to students and parents.
Need Help? Contact Student Financial Services or www.afford.com/emmanuel
When? August 2, 2013
Who? Enrolled students who have health insurance coverage and do not wish to purchase health insurance coverage must complete the health insurance waiver by August 2 to waive the premium. Students who do not have coverage and require the College's health insurance plan must complete an enrollment form.
How? Visit www.universityhealthplans.com to complete the waiver or enrollment form. If you do not complete the waiver by the fall tuition bill due date, you will be charged the annual premium, even if you have other coverage.
Need Help? Contact Student Financial Services
When? September 1st
Who? All enrolled students
How? You will be provided with your arrival time and an agenda for the day's activities. Stay tuned for more information!
Need Help? Contact Residence Life & Housing
When? September 1st - 8th
Who? All enrolled students
How? Get prepared for school! You will be provided with an agenda for the week.
Need Help? Contact Orientation
When? Wednesday, September 4th
Who? All enrolled students
How? Check your course schedule for the day and time of your first class
Need Help? Contact the Registrar
In addition to the above dates and deadlines, the following information is for International Students:
What? Make sure you have a valid and current passport that is valid at least six months into the future. It is your responsibility to be aware of the expiration date and to renew it when appropriate.
How? Contact your local government embassy to apply or renew your passport.
How? Email Stephanie Sweeney at sweenst@emmanuel.edu with questions for current international Emmanuel students.
When? Will be sent out in mid to late-May
Who? All enrolled students
How? Watch your mailbox for a packet including:
• Welcome Letter
• I-20
• Orientation Registration Form
• Entrance Health Report Form
• Boston Visitor Information
• Areas of Student Involvement Form (Student Activities)
• Campus Ministry Information
• Residence Life Information
When? May 1, 2013
Who? All accepted students
How? Submit yout enrollment form and deposit ($500 for resident students or $300 for commuters) online here or mail your signed Enrollment Form with payment.
Need Help? Stephanie Sweeney at sweenst@emmanuel.edu
When? Mid-May 2013
Who? All enrolled resident students
How? You will be asked to fill out an online form on the Emmanuel Portal. Beforehand, you will be sent instructions on how to set up your portal account.
Help? Contact Residence Life & Housing
When? May 29, 2013
Who? All enrolled students
How? Most new Emmanuel students will attend a June orientation, as indicated on the Orientation registration form. If you are unable to attend a June orientation, we also hold an orientation directly before the start of school. This orientation is not included in the listing as the space is strictly reserved for those who cannot make any another session. Please contact Stephanie to register for a September orientation.
If you will attend a June session, return your completed Orientation registration form online by May 29 to the Office of First-Year Experience. If you're entering as a first-year student, you will be asked to indicate your order of preference for the available overnight programs; The Office of First-Year Experience will confirm via email which session you have been placed in. Please note that you may only register for Orientation online, and sessions are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. The Office of First-Year Experience cannot accept early requests by phone or e-mail. Once your date has been assigned, please be sure to clear your work and personal schedules for this mandatory program. If you decide to attend a June Orientation, please contact Stephanie Sweeney to discuss the proper visa.
Need Help? Contact Stephanie Sweeney at sweenst@emmanuel.edu
When? June- August, 2013
How? Schedule an appointment with the local U.S. Embassy in your home country after you receive your I-20. For further information and instructions please contact Stephanie Sweeney.
Need Help? Contact Stephanie Sweeney at sweenst@emmanuel.edu
When? Please make an appointment for a physical exam as soon as possible- Entrance Health Report forms are due July 1.
Who? All enrolled and accepted students who intend on enrolling. Students who plan on playing sports must have this form completed by July 1 or else they will not be able to participate in sports.
How? You must bring the form to your appointment so the provider can sign it. We suggest you keep a copy of the form for your personal record. If any of the required immunizations are not available in your country, please contact Stephanie Sweeney. The Entrance Health Report form can be found here »
The form needs to be returned to:
Emmanuel College
Health Services, St. Josephs Hall
400 The Fenway
Boston, MA 02115
Need Help? Contact Stephanie Sweeney at sweenst@emmanuel.edu.
What? All students are required to take placement testing in two areas: Mathematics, Language. We will determine if you are exempt from the Language Requirement. You can either take the placement testing at Orientation or online from abroad.
When? June
Who? All enrolled students living abroad.
How? E-mail Stephanie Sweeney with the following information:
•Confirmation of your ability to access a Windows-based computer and identify a neutral, quiet space (such as a library - you cannot be at home) to take the tests. Stephanie will help you to decide if you meet the criteria, give you further instructions, and arrange for your results to be sent accordingly.
Need Help? Contact Stephanie Sweeney at sweenst@emmanuel.edu.
When? July 1, 2013
Who? All enrolled resident students
How? You will complete your Residence Life & Housing Lease and Preferences Questionnaire online. If you fail to submit this form by the deadline, Emmanuel may be unable to provide housing for you.
Need Help? Contact Residence Life & Housing
Fall 2013 Semester Tuition Bill
When? Available early July 2013
Who? Enrolled students
How? Mailed in the student's name to the preferred mailing address on file and can be viewed online through your My Saints account.
Need Help? Contact Student Financial Services
Fall Semester Bill Payment Due
When? August 2, 2013
Who? Enrolled students
How? Submit payment to Emmanuel College, enroll in the monthly payment plan, or utilize one of the low-interest private loan options available to students and parents.
Need Help? Contact Student Financial Services or www.afford.com/emmanuel
Entering the United States
When? September 4, 2013
Who? All enrolled international students
How? The program start date on the I-20 is September 4, 2013. You may enter the United States up to 30 days BEFORE BUT NO LATER THAN September 4, 2013. If there is any reason you cannot arrive by this date you MUST contact Stephanie Sweeney immediately. Permission to arrive late is difficult and depends on your situation.
Need Help? Contact Stephanie Sweeney at sweenst@emmanuel.edu