Bear Necessities New Student Orientation
NSO Checklist
This New Student Orientation checklist provides important information necessary to set yourself up for success and make the most of your time at Morgan State. Let’s see who’s ready for college! Complete all the tasks below to ensure you are on track and be sure to review the resources available.
| Action Item | Deadline |
|---|---|
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Action Item
Review I-20 and student visa process [F-1 and J-1 visas only] |
Deadline
Before you accept your offer of admission |
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Action Item
Submit photo for Bear Card |
Deadline
Immediately |
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Action Item
Set up your Morgan account and password [required for all other steps]. You will need your 8-digit student ID number provided in your acceptance letter/email. Please view the Student Technology Reference Guide for assistance. |
Deadline
Immediately |
| Action Item |
Deadline
Immediately |
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Action Item
Submit Final High School Transcript (with Date of Graduation) |
Deadline
Immediately |
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Action Item
Complete and submit required health forms |
Deadline
Immediately |
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Action Item
Check your Financial Aid award/status on WebSIS. If you have not received your award letter, contact the Office of Financial Aid |
Deadline
Immediately |
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Action Item
Pay tuition and other fees in full (or make payment plan arrangements) with the Office of the Bursar |
Deadline |
Be Ready on Day One.
Classes begin on Wednesday, August 28th, here's what you need to do to be ready on day one.
| Action Item | Deadline |
|---|---|
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Action Item
Check your class schedule in WebSIS |
Deadline
8/26/2026 |
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Action Item
Check your official Morgan email for updates |
Deadline
8/26/2026 |
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Action Item
Login to Canvas and visit each of your classes at least 15 minutes prior to each class. For help with Canvasn visit: |
Deadline
8/26/2026 |
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Action Item
If your course has scheduled day and times(s) to meet listed on your schedule, it is a remote class and you should be prepared to attend class virtually at the scheduled times. |
Deadline
8/26/2026 |
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Action Item
If your course is listed on your schedule as "Web" course, you should complete assignments and engage with the class as outlined by the instructor and syllabus. |
Deadline
8/26/2026 |
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Action Item
Continue to check the official Coronavirus Information & Resource page and your MSU email account for updates from your instructor and the University |
Deadline
8/26/2026 |
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Action Item
Deadline to waive Morgan Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP) |
Deadline
8/26/2026 |
If You Need Help, Ask For It
Student Disability Support Services
Student Emergency Grant Support
Still have questions? For course-related concerns, email your instructor.
For all other matters, email emass@morgan.edu. We will direct your request to the appropriate office.
Contact Information
Bear Necessities New Student Orientation Program
Office of Student Success and Retention
Morgan State University
Tyler Hall, Suite 116
1700 E. Cold Spring Lane
Baltimore, Maryland 21251
P: 443-885-3651
F: 443-885-8347
Contact Information
Bear Necessities New Student Orientation Program
Office of Student Success and Retention
Morgan State University
Tyler Hall, Suite 116
1700 E. Cold Spring Lane
Baltimore, Maryland 21251
P: 443-885-3651
F: 443-885-8347