Newly Admitted Student Checklist

The below steps will help you get started as a Graduate Business Student at Rowan University. You may have already completed some of these steps, but please review each section carefully.

1. ACCEPT YOUR OFFER OF ADMISSION: MATRICULATION AGREEMENT
2. ROWAN ACCOUNT ACTIVATION & STUDENT EMAIL
3. BEFORE STARTING CLASSES: IMPORTANT ITEMS TO REVIEW
4. MEET WITH AN ADVISOR, GET REGISTERED FOR CLASSES & START NETWORKING

Accept your Offer of Admission: Matriculation Agreement

1. Log in to the admissions portal where you applied to the program and sign your Matriculation Agreement.
2. Your records will be updated over the next few business days.

Rowan Account Activation & Student Email

1. Go to duo.rowan.edu and click “I don’t know my Rowan Network Username/Password”
2. Confirm your identity by entering the requested information. i. Note: If you do not have a Social Security number on file with Rowan University, enter your Banner ID in the Social Security number field.
3. Click “Validate”
4. Create a six-digit Duo Portal Security PIN.
5. Click “Register New Device”.
6. For help, see the Duo: Enroll in Two Factor Authentication article.

1. If this is your first time activating a Rowan network account, select “I need to set or reset my password” to create your Rowan Network Account password.
2. Contact the Rowan IRT Support Department if you are unable to set up your Rowan Network Account.

1. Per Rowan policy, all official University correspondence is sent to your Rowan email address only.
2. Students can set up an auto-forward to send their Rowan @students.rowan.edu (Gmail) address to a personal email account.

1. Please utilize these Rowan IRT Login Instructions to access Self-Service Banner
2. Rowan Self-Service Banner is where you will register for classes, view your schedule, pay your term bill, access your financial aid, and all other necessary aspects of being a student at Rowan.

Before Starting Classes: Important Items to Review

Make sure your Financial Aid is in order (if applicable)

1. For more details and the most up-to-date information about financial aid, please visit the Financial Aid Office website or email the Financial Aid Office: financialaid@rowan.edu.
2. Sign up for eRefund direct deposit! - The Office of the Bursar requires students who expect to receive a refund to enroll in our eRefund service. eRefunds are sent electronically via direct deposit to a designated personal checking or savings account. For more information on eRefunds and how to enroll, please visit the Bursar's website.

Make sure you meet all health form requirements

1. Detailed information (including deadlines) and forms can be found on the Wellness Center Website.
2. Failure to meet these requirements may result in a financial penalty and/or a registration hold on the student’s account. i. Immunization forms are required for ALL degree-seeking students at Rowan University, including online-only students.
3. You can reach the Health and Wellness Center at wellnesscenter@rowan.edu or 856-256-4333 for more information.

See if the Student Health Insurance Waiver applies to you

1. Matriculated, full-time Rowan students who wish to waive the University health insurance coverage must follow these instructions before classes begin.
2. New Jersey state law requires all matriculated, full-time students to have health insurance (either privately or through the University).
3. The University will automatically bill any student who does not complete the waiver process.

Notify Disability Services (If Applicable)

1. Accommodations for all Rowan courses are approved on a case-by-case basis according to the student’s disability and documentation.

Get Your RowanCard (Optional)

1. Information on how to receive your RowanCard can be found on the RowanCard ID Production webpage.
2. RowanCards allow students to use various services on campus such as printing, the RowanBucks program, meal plans, etc.
3. RowanCards for online-only students are also encouraged and will be mailed to students after the end of the official drop/add period.

Meet with an Advisor, Get Registered for Classes & Start Networking

Once you have reviewed Sections 1-3, email our Graduate Business Programs Academic Advisor at GraduateBusinessStudies@rowan.edu with your name and contact information to schedule a virtual appointment or phone call.

1. These meetings are held virtually, with 5-7 other new students joining a Rowan University graduate business program.
2. The purpose of this meeting is to get to know some of your classmates and begin your professional networking within the Graduate Business Student Community at Rowan University.

Register for Classes - Review the below sections in this Guide for details:

1. Planning Your Graduate Studies
2. Registration Tips and Support (Notably, please review How to Use Section Tally)

Pay Your Bill

1. Term bills are typically generated one month prior to that semester starting (i.e. August for Fall semesters, December for Spring semesters, etc.)
2. Term bills can be accessed through the ePay Center, found under the Bursar tab in Self-Service Banner.
3. NOTE: No bill will be mailed before classes begin; therefore, students must check their self-service accounts regularly and make payment arrangements in a timely manner.