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New Student Checklist

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Welcome to the Maroon community!

We're excited to help you start your college journey. Below, you'll find checklists to help you stay on track for a successful transition to Roanoke College. 

You can start many tasks as soon as you create your Roanoke College password and account (Important First Steps). Some items, like your student information forms, take more time to complete. Tackle the lists in manageable phases to avoid rushing before deadlines. 

We'll also send out email reminders and other helpful updates along the way. If you have any questions, please let us know. We're here for you!

  • IT Questions: Helpdesk, 540-375-2225 (Option 2)
  • General Questions: New Student Orientation, orientation@roanoke.edu  

Important First Steps

Create Your Account

  • Set up your password: Click the "Reset Password" button. You will receive a text message with a one-time code. The new password you pick will be used across multiple platforms and apps. 

  • Set up multifactor authentication to keep your account secure: Get security codes sent to you on your phone or Roanoke College's Microsoft Authenticator App.

  • Set up your email app: Email is one of the most important ways to get campus messages. Stay connected by activating the Outlook email app on your phone and turning on notifications.

NOTE: As a Roanoke College student, you agree to comply with our standards and policies on technology use. With that in mind, be sure to keep your account information private.

When setting up multifactor authentication, use your (the student's) personal cell phone or email. Using a family member's device is in violation of IT policies and will create challenges in the long run.

Before December 20th, 2025

Complete Your Student Profile

  • Fill out important information in your enrollment profile portal. Make sure all information is accurate. You may want help from your parents, guardians or other supporters: 
    • Student Information Forms
    • Academic Achievement Form 
    • Academic Integrity Module
    • Academic Integrity, Student Code of Conduct & Sexual Misconduct Statement Agreements
    • Financial Responsibility Agreement
    • Health Forms
    • Language Placement Test
    • CliftonStrengths Assessment
    • Maroon Card ID Photo

Check out this printable version of your checklist! 

Start Your Housing Registration

Prepare for Course Registration 

  • If you'd like additional information on course registration, watch our short introduction videos on advising and course registration (links below): Get familiar with the process and requirements before you sign up for fall classes.
  • Once you've completed your Language Placement Test, the Student Success Center will reach out to schedule an appointment with you to register for classes. 
  • Set up Navigate360 Student (App Store. Google Play.): This app lets you make appointments with professors, review your schedule and more. Your login will be your Roanoke College username and password. 

Connect with Accessible Education Services (optional)

  • Students with disabilities who need accommodations in their housing or classes should contact the Office of Accessible Education Services. The office is open year-round for requests, but contacting them earlier helps create a smoother transition.

Before January 10th, 2026

Complete Your Safety Training

  • You're required to complete two online training modules through Vector LMS: AlcoholEdu for College and Sexual Assault Prevention for Undergraduates. Look for an email with log-in details from "Roanoke College Students Administrator." Make sure to finish each section of both courses to receive credit.

Residential Students

Complete Your Housing Registration

  • Starting in December 2025, Residence Life will reach out to you to pick housing. Beforehand, make sure that you sign your housing agreement. Please contact reslife@roanoke.edu with any questions or concerns. 

Before January 10th, 2026

Manage Your E-Bill and E-Pay

  • Check your billing statement: Roanoke uses e-billing to pay for tuition, fees, room and board. Statements are uploaded to Self Service for students and to person proxy for parents/guardians (optional, see below). Your fall term statement will be available starting July 10. Payment is due by August 10.
  • Set up person proxy (optional): Student records are protected by The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974. You can choose to grant a third party, such as your parents, access to your records through the person proxy feature. That authorization allows someone to view your information and discuss your bills with the Business Office. This step can be completed starting June 15.

Textbooks, Parking & Move-In Prep

  • Get your textbooks: Books can be purchased or rented (new or used, physical books or ebooks) through our online bookstore. Your account will be pre-loaded with a list of your required and optional course materials. 

  • Get a parking decal: If you're bringing a vehicle to campus, you'll need to purchase a parking decal. This option is available starting August 1. Decals will be delivered to your campus mailbox. 

  • Get your Mobile Maroon Card: Download our app (Transact eAccounts Mobile) to set up your Mobile Maroon Card. This is a digital student ID that you’ll use daily for meal plan swipes, residence hall access and more. This step can be completed after your Maroon ID photo is both uploaded and approved. Be sure to complete that process first. 

  • Get excited! Residential Spring-start students will move in on January 10th, 2026 followed by orientation on January 11th, 2026. 

Check out the Spring orientation schedule!