Step By Step Checklist
Our step-by-step checklist will guide you from being an Admitted Applicant to a fully Enrolled Hornet at Morris College.
Welcome to Morris College, Where
Your Future Begins!
We’re thrilled to welcome you to our campus, our classrooms, and our Hornet family. Until move-in day, there are a few important steps to complete. This checklist will help you stay organized and finish all the necessary tasks so you’re ready to start strong. You’ll also find step-by-step instructions, links, and helpful resources in the Admissions Resource Center.
TO DO FOR NOW
#1: ACCESS THE MORRIS COLLEGE STUDENT
PORTAL. Check the email you received from [email protected]. It contains your Morris student ID number, which you’ll use to activate your official morris.edu email account. This login also gives you access to the Student Portal, where you’ll manage classes, financial aid, and more.
LEARN MORE ABOUT ACCESSING THE MORRIS COLLEGE STUDENT PORTAL
#2: ACCESS MYHORNETSWEB.
Inside the Student Portal, you’ll find MyHornetsWeb. Here, you can check your financial aid package, payment details, grades, and key updates. Start using it as soon as possible to stay on track.
LEARN MORE ABOUT ACCESSING MYHORNETSWEB
#3: CONFIRM YOUR ENROLLMENT.
To officially secure your spot in the Hornet family, you’ll need to pay your enrollment deposit. While you have until May 1, 2025, to complete this step, paying early helps you lock in housing and course preferences.
#4: COMPLETE THE FAFSA.
Your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is required for us to determine your eligibility for grants, scholarships, and other aid. Submit it as early as possible.
LEARN MORE ABOUT SUBMITTING YOUR FAFSA
#5: REVIEW COLLEGE COSTS AND AID OPTIONS.
Understand tuition, housing, and meal plan costs along with scholarships, loans, and grants. Morris automatically considers you for select scholarships, but it’s important to explore all your financial aid opportunities.
LEARN MORE ABOUT COLLEGE COSTS AND FINANCIAL AID
#6: TAKE PLACEMENT ASSESSMENTS.
To place you in the right courses, you’ll complete math and English assessments. If you have transfer credits, some assessments may not be required.
LEARN MORE ABOUT PLACEMENT ASSESSMENTS
#7: SUBMIT HEALTH RECORDS.
All new students must submit their health forms before enrolling in classes or moving into housing. This ensures campus health and safety.
TO DO IN JANUARY
#4: SUBMIT YOUR FAFSA.
Your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) must be completed so we can determine if you qualify for additional grant funding.
LEARN MORE ABOUT HOW TO SUBMIT YOUR FAFSA
#8: SELECT YOUR CAMPUS HOUSING AND MEAL PLANS.
You’ll make housing and meal plan selections through MyPortal. Remember that all previous checklist items must be completed first.
LEARN MORE ABOUT HOW TO SELECT YOUR CAMPUS HOUSING AND MEAL PLANS
TO DO IN APRIL
#8: ATTEND ADMITTED STUDENT WEEKEND.
This spring event introduces you to campus life, the Hornet community, and the enrollment process. You’ll also get answers to your questions and meet future classmates.
TO DO IN MAY – JUNE
#10: VIEW AND PAY YOUR BILL.
From May 10 to June 30, 2025, you can view and pay your bill through MyHornetsWeb
LEARN MORE ABOUT PAYING YOUR BILL
#11: ACADEMIC ADVISEMENT.
Between May 10 and June 30, 2025, you’ll participate in advisement sessions with your divisional advisor to discuss course registration and your first-year plan.
LEARN MORE ABOUT ACADEMIC ADVISEMENT
#12: SUBMIT FINAL TRANSCRIPTS.
Final high school or transfer transcripts are due by August 1, 2025. Use the Applicant Status Portal to confirm they’ve been received.
#13: RESOLVE YOUR BALANCE.
Your class registration may be dropped if your balance is not resolved. Make sure to pay on time or confirm aid coverage.
LEARN MORE ABOUT RESOLVING YOUR BALANCE
#14: GET YOUR HORNET ID CARD.
Your Morris College ID card grants you access to housing, dining, and campus activities. Complete your enrollment deposit first, then request your ID to make it official: you’re part of the Hornet family!
CONTACT US!
At Morris College, our Enrollment Management team works together to guide students through recruitment, financial aid, and retention, helping each student reach their academic and career goals.