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Checklist for Incoming Students
Once an admitted student pays their deposit, there are many important next steps to ensure successful preparation before the semester begins. Below is a checklist to help students and families throughout the enrollment process. Please read each checklist item carefully, and complete it if applicable to you. Be mindful of important dates and deadlines!
New Student Enrollment Guide
We are here to help with questions you may have regarding the New Student Checklist or your transition to Fredonia. We highly encourage you to email any questions or concerns to orientation@fredonia.edu as this will be monitored regularly.
You've decided!
Your $100 deposit reserves your space in the incoming class. This deposit covers your residence hall deposit ($50) and your academic deposit ($50).
Fall Deposit Date: May 1 (or 30-days from the date of acceptance, but no later than 7 days prior to the start of class).
Spring Deposit Date: December 1 (or 30-days from the date of acceptance, but no later than 7 days prior to the start of classes)
PAY HERE --> YOUR CONNECTION
MyFRED
MyFRED is a student's personal Fredonia webpage. This page gives access to all of a student's digital tools that are offered including Your Connection, FREDmail, and FREDLearn, as well as easy access to helpful office resources. You can even customize it so the Fredonia web pages you use the most are always in front of you. How-to use MyFRED
Your Connection
Your Connection is a key Fredonia digital tool for students. This account is where you can access many of these “Next Steps” checklist items to complete prior to enrolling at Fredonia. It is vital that the student be the one to log into this account because it contains FERPA-protected information and so they may become comfortable using it. This account will be used by students to register for classes in the future, view their grades, view and pay their eBill, and more. To access this account, a student will need their Fredonia ID# and PIN, which is provided at the time of acceptance.
If you are having trouble locating your Fredonia ID# and PIN or your account has been locked, please contact the Office of Admissions to have it reset.
Undergraduate Admissions Office
Maytum Hall, 6th Floor
280 Central Ave.
State University of New York at Fredonia
Fredonia, NY 14063
716-673-3251 local
716-673-3249 fax
admissions@fredonia.edu
Here, we run on Google. Make sure to log into your new FREDMail (Gmail) Account.
It is very important to log into your FREDMail account daily to stay up-to-date on critical information while you are a student at Fredonia.
To log into your Fredonia Email account with your eServices login information on my.fredonia.edu. Your eServices username is posted in Your Connection under the Personal Information tab. Just click on the View User ID and Passwords link. It will also show you a link to the fredPASS site so you can create a password. (We will also send you details shortly after you have submitted your deposit that will also provide instructions on how to create a password at the fredPASS site.)
We suggest you make note of your username, password, and security question answers somewhere safe!
IMPORTANT: When you log into your FREDmail, you need to enter your username@fredonia.edu and NOT your email address. For example, smit9999@fredonia.edu and NOT jsmith@fredonia.edu
Your eServices User ID and Password also allow you to do the following:
- Check your FREDmail (email account)
- Confirm your meal plan through the myFSA link
- Log into computers on campus
- Use Reed Library resources
- Access class materials through FREDLearn
Plan to live on campus?
The Housing Application allows you to rank your living preferences. Log into Your Connection using your Fredonia ID# and PIN. Then, select the "Student" tab and then the MyHousing link to complete the application!
- Fall 2023 application opens March 7
- Spring 2024 Application opens October 25
If you'd like, you may choose your own roommate!
Students will be able to request a particular roommate during a specific window of time. Make sure to check your FREDmail account to know when you may complete roommate matching.
Office of Residence Life
Gregory Hall
State University of New York at Fredonia
Fredonia, NY 14063
716-673-3341
716-673-3118 fax
reslife@fredonia.edu
We build your first-semester course schedule for you!
The Academic Advising Office creates a preliminary course schedule for every new student based on a completed Course Scheduling Survey. Directions on how to complete this survey are emailed to a student's FREDmail account.
You will also receive an email notification to your FREDmail account that your course schedule is ready to view! Schedule adjustments may only be made after participating in an Academic Advising Appointment following completion of the FREDReady Mini-Course.
Academic Advising Office
4th Floor - Reed Library
State University of New York at Fredonia
Fredonia, NY 14063
716-673-3188
Advising.Center@fredonia.edu
The Jump Start Enrollment Program is a two-step online process.
STEP 1: FREDReady Mini-Course
The first step is to complete an online mini-course using the FREDLearn tool. Students can do this at their own pace and must complete this digital course before classes start each semester. This mini-course helps students learn how to complete many necessary enrollment items, as well as provides other important information regarding becoming a Fredonia student.
Students must use their eServices credentials to log into the FREDLearn system. An email will be sent when the mini-course is accessible to them.
STEP 2: Academic Advising Appointment
Students will have an opportunity to meet virtually with an academic advisor to finalize or make any necessary changes to their semester course schedule. Once a student completes the “Tools for Learning” lesson within the FREDReady mini-course, they will be sent an email with a link and instructions on to sign up for an individual academic advising appointment with an advisor.
More Information
New Student & Transition Programs
810 Maytum Hall
State University of New York at Fredonia
Fredonia, NY 14063
716-673-4969
orientation@fredonia.edu
How will you finance your education?
All students who have completed a FAFSA and are accepted to Fredonia will receive a Financial Aid Award Letter. This letter outlines the financial assistance available to you at Fredonia. Please follow the instructions on the Award Letter to accept OR decline federal work study and student loans in Your Connection. Questions regarding this process can be directed to the Office of Financial Aid at 716-673-3253.
Loan Agreement & Entrance Counseling
If you have decided to accept any student loans that were offered to you on your award letter, you must complete a loan agreement and entrance counseling on the studentloans.gov website.
Verification
A percentage of students are selected for a Financial Aid process called Verification. If you are selected, you will need to provide the necessary information to the Financial Aid Office. Students should monitor their FREDmail account, as well as the mail for more information or contact the Financial Aid Office directly.
Financial Aid Office
209 Maytum Hall
State University of New York at Fredonia
Fredonia, NY 14063
716-673-3253
716-673-3785 Fax
financial.aid@fredonia.edu
Immunization & COVID 19 Vaccination Record Submission
Keeping students safe and healthy is very important to our campus community!
In order to be registered for classes in the spring semester, you must comply with SUNY and New York State Department of Health Regulations for attending college at Fredonia by completing the following items:
1.) Submit a copy of your Immunization Records (MMR and Meningitis) to the Student Health Center via email, mail, or fax.
2.) Complete the Meningitis Vaccine Form in Your Connection.
3.) If you are under the age of 18, please submit an Authorization for Care of Under Age 18 Form
Details about these requirements can be found on the Student Health Center website. You may also contact the Student Health Center by email at health.center@fredonia.edu or by calling 716-673-3131.
Student Health Center
LoGrasso Hall
State University of New York at Fredonia
Fredonia, NY 14063
716-673-3131 phone
716-673-4722 fax
health.center@fredonia.edu
We need proof that you graduated, and any coursework you may have completed for college credit.
We must receive final official transcripts with a graduation date showing successful completion of your current studies. You will also want to send any AP, IB, CLEP or college coursework you have completed in High School. All official college transcripts and test scores can be addressed directly to:
Undergraduate Admissions Office
Maytum Hall, 6th Floor
280 Central Ave.
State University of New York at Fredonia
Fredonia, NY 14063
716-673-3251 local
716-673-3249 fax
admissions@fredonia.edu
Meal Plan Confirmation
All incoming students must log into their MyFSA account with their eServices username & password to confirm their meal plan. Once confirmed, it will be listed on the eBill for payment. First semester resident (living on-campus) First-Year Students are required to maintain Plan 1.
Faculty Student Association (FSA)
Gregory Hall
State University of New York at Fredonia
Fredonia, NY 14063
716-680-6228
fsa.office@fredonia.edu
Your Electronic BILL is due -- don't be late!
Fredonia does not send out paper billing statements; however, students desiring a paper statement can print their own through the TouchNet eBill system. When your bill is available to view, you will receive an email notification to your FREDmail account. It can be paid through TouchNet, and accessed through Your Connection. You may visit the Student Accounts Office website for more information on how to pay your eBill.
Fall Entry Due Date: August 15
Spring Entry Due Date: February 15
Student Accounts Office
306 Maytum Hall
State University of New York at Fredonia
Fredonia, NY 14063
716-673-3236
student.accounts@fredonia.edu
Ready to Move-In?
Fall 2023 New Student Move-In Day is Thursday, August 17, 2023
Spring 2024 New Student Move-In Day is Thursday, January 18, 2024
Office of Residence Life
Gregory Hall
State University of New York at Fredonia
Fredonia, NY 14063
716-673-3341
716-673-3118 fax
reslife@fredonia.edu
Get "FREDReady" at New Student Orientation
New Student Orientation (NSO) consists of workshops, activities, and events to assist students in preparing to live and learn on campus. There are both optional and mandatory requirements. Program components are offered both virtually and in person when possible and include:
- New Student Orientation Workshops
- Campus tour to navigate spaces (find classrooms, dining halls, etc.)
- Exposure to academic and personal support services
- Build relationship networks
Fall 2023 NSO dates: August 18-20
New Student & Transition Programs
810 Maytum Hall
State University of New York at Fredonia
Fredonia, NY 14063
716-673-4969
orientation@fredonia.edu
Update Your Technology
- Refer to the ITS site for help at www.fredonia.edu/its/getting-started
- Get rid of any illegally downloaded copyright materials (music, videos, movies, etc.)
- View Fredonia's policies and the Digital Millennium Copyright Act at www.fredonia.edu/its/dmca
- Upload antivirus software /its/virus
- Install all computer operating system critical & security updates instructions on how to get your mobile devices ready at www.fredonia.edu/its/fredapps
- Before you arrive on campus, please review the student technology recommendations brochure and resources from various departments.
Consent & Respect
"Consent and Respect” is an online alcohol, drug, and sexual assault education course that is required of all new students at Fredonia. Log-in instructions will be emailed to each student's FREDmail account prior to the start of the semester and must complete the module by either September 30 for the Fall semester or February 28 for the Spring semester. Failure to complete the module may result in a hold being placed on your account.
Fall Due Date: September 30
Spring Due Date: February 28
Enrollment Verification
All students must complete the Enrollment Verification survey available in their Your Connection account prior to the 15th day of classes. This verification survey is something that all students must complete every semester that they are enrolled at Fredonia. Not completing this survey could result in their courses being dropped from their schedule.
Fall Due Date: September 11
Spring Due Date: February 1