Orientation - New Student Checklist
Welcome New Tigers!
We are excited to welcome you into our family this upcoming semester! As you prepare to become part of the HFU community, here are the next steps you will need to complete once we receive your deposit:
Download New Student Checklist PDF
April – Early May 2025: Right After Deposit
- Confirm Financial Aid information and Review Financial Aid Information
- Register for Classes (fall registration opens March 31)
- Apply for On-Campus Housing
- Connect with Accessibility Services (if applicable)
- Set Up Proxy Access (optional)
Mid-May – Early-June 2025
- Complete required Student Agreement & User Profile Agreement
- Connect with important IT Services (email, Self-Service, Canvas)
- Email photo for Student ID / Tiger Tag
- Download & sign up for the LiveSafe App
June – July 2025
- Register for a Parking Permit
- Select your Meal Plan
- Arrange to have final high school transcript sent to HFU plus any college transcripts for dual enrollment credit.
- Register & attend a Tiger Immersion Day (choose one): June 24 (10 a.m. – 3 p.m.); July 17 (1 p.m. – 6 p.m.); August 6 (10 a.m. – 3 p.m.)
August 1–15, 2025
- Pay your fall bill (due August 15)
- Register to use fitness & Esports Centers
August 16–20, 2025: Final Prep Week
- Submit your Health Packet (due August 18)
- Buy/rent textbooks
- Living on campus? Move-In Day is August 20! (you will get details from Residence Life)
- Pick up your Tiger Tag/Student ID (if not done at orientation)
August 21, 2025
- Register & attend Tiger Launch Day (9 a.m. – 6 p.m.)
August 22-24, 2025: Welcome Week
August 25, 2025: First Day of Class
- Be familiar with your schedule, building locations, and arrive early to settle in confidently.
- Ask for help if needed—staff will be around to assist!