Next Steps Checklist for New BU Families

Join the Terrier Family Network!
Sign up for our virtual Parent & Family Orientation Know Before You Go Sessions
If you plan to visit campus over the summer, please let us know by signing up for a personalized campus welcome visit!
Save the dates for our Fall Welcome Events
Make sure your student completes the following tasks:
- Creates their permanent BU email address
  - Once your enrollment deposit is processed you will receive an email from BU IT with a unique link to start the process
- Reviews health requirements and uploads immunization records to Patient Connect (accessed via their BU email and Kerberos password)
- Registers for Student Orientation
- Completes the online orientation course
  - Parents can follow along by creating a guest account
- Registers for classes
- Fills out the New Student Housing Application
- Selects a Dining Plan
- Reviews the Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP)
  - If appropriate waive SHIP
- If applicable set up a meeting with Disability & Access Services
- Creates a Delegated Access account for parents/guardians (optional)
  - Allows parents/guardians to view protected parts of a students’ record (financial aid, student accounting services activity/balances, unofficial academic transcript, and proof of enrollment)
Review tuition information, set up a payment plan (if needed), submit payment
Review the move-in dates and select one via the housing portal
See our packing list and check out the items that will be provided
Mail packages to coincide with student’s arrival on campus (mailing guidelines or ship items via The UPS Store)
Rent a MicroFridge® (check with roommate first, you don’t want two!) and an electronic safe if needed
Sign up for the BU Alert notification system
Remind your student to fill out the FitRec Waiver form
- This must be completed in order for your student to access the fitness center
Learn about public transportation, purchase a CharlieCard or a semester pass
Save the dates for Family & Friends Weekend!