NEXT STEPS FOR
ACCEPTED STUDENTS

Congratulations on your acceptance to Georgia State and welcome to The State Way. As an incoming first-year, freshman, transfer, transient or postbaccalaureate student, you’ll need to complete the next steps for accepted students listed below. You can also download and print these steps.

OCTOBER 1
FAFSA application opens
NOVEMBER 15
Honors and scholarship priority consideration and deadline

*The next steps for accepted international and dual enrollment students differ from those listed here for freshman, transfer, transient and postbaccalaureate students. If you are an international or dual enrollment student, click the appropriate category below to view your steps.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

DUAL ENROLLMENT STUDENTS

First Steps

Complete these steps as soon as possible after you’ve been accepted to Georgia State so you’ll be ready for the first day of classes.

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SET UP CAMPUSID, EMAIL & WEB SERVICES

1. Set up Your CampusID
You’ll use your CampusID to log in to just about everything.

Look up your CampusID
Select “Activate New CampusID”

Your CampusID is different from your Panther number. Your Panther number is the nine-digit number located on your acceptance letter. It will take about 48–72 hours before you can use your new CampusID to access the student systems.

2. Set up PantherMail
Get your Georgia State email address. You’ll use this for all communications with the university.

Go to PantherMail

3. Log in to Panther Access to Web Services (PAWS)
PAWS is your online portal to student accounts, housing, orientation and more.

Log in to PAWS using your CampusID

While you’re there, check out the New Students tab. View your student record under the Enrollment tab. Click the Campus Resources tab for housing information.

FILL OUT YOUR FAFSA APPLICATION

Your application for financial aid can also verify your citizenship.

Get started with your FAFSA application

(Georgia State’s FAFSA Code is 001574)

This application will determine if you’re eligible for all federal and state aid programs. You’re encouraged to submit a FAFSA, even if you think you’re not eligible for federal aid programs, because this application will review your eligibility for the HOPE Scholarship and other financial aid opportunities. You must have a PIN to complete this application.

Learn how to get your PIN

SUBMIT INTENT TO ENROLL

Complete the Intent to Enroll form so we know you’re coming. No payment is necessary to complete your Intent to Enroll form. You must view your acceptance letter in the Status Update tab before you’ll have access to complete the Intent to Enroll form.

Log in to complete your Intent to Enroll form

APPLY FOR HOUSING (optional)

The housing application is available in late January. Housing priority will be given on a first-come, first-served basis.

View housing options

First Steps

Complete these activities as soon as possible after your acceptance.

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VERIFY LAWFUL PRESENCE

You must provide verification of lawful presence in the United States to receive in-state tuition.

Follow the specific steps outlined.

Verify your lawful presence

SIGN UP FOR ORIENTATION

New Student Orientation introduces you to The State Way and prepares you to make the most of your academic and co-curricular experiences. It’s required for incoming freshmen.*

* Transfer, transient and postbaccalaureate students are not required to attend New Student Orientation, but they are required to complete a 20-minute online pre-orientation before registering for classes. Transient students should be prepared to provide a personal copy of a transcript that documents completion of any required prerequisites for Georgia State courses to the department for said course(s).

Helpful links: Registration Guide

At New Student Orientation, you’ll:

Tour campus and get to know downtown Atlanta
Learn the basics of various departments and programs
Explore campus life and student activities
Get your PantherCard
Meet some of your classmates, faculty and staff
Learn about enrollment and financial aid
Receive academic advisement and register for classes**

Sign up for New Student Orientation

**Classes tend to fill up quickly, so if you’d like the best selection of classes, you’re encouraged to attend the earliest New Student Orientation date.

REGISTER FOR PLACEMENT TESTS

(if needed)

Log in to PAWS with your CampusID. Under the Enrollment tab, you’ll see a menu in the left column. Register for each placement test by clicking each link individually. You’re required to obtain your PantherCard and present it at the time of your test.

Contact the PantherCard Office for more details.

Before Classes Start

Complete the following steps before classes begin.

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SUBMIT REQUIRED IMMUNIZATIONS

Immunizations are required for MMR, Tetanus/Diptheria, Varicella and Hepatitis B. Fax the completed immunization form to 404-413-1955. If you’ll be living in University Housing, you must also obtain the Meningitis vaccine or sign an optional waiver from University Health Services and include it with your housing application.

Download the Immunization form

REVIEW FINANCIAL AID PACKAGE

Review your financial aid package in PAWS under the Financial Aid tab. You must accept/deny aid as needed. Check remaining balance due and pay your bill by the deadline.

Financial Aid Office
Phone: 404-413-2600
TTY: 404-413-2281 (Students with hearing impairments only)
Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

In Person: 227/228 Sparks Hall
Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5:15 p.m.

PLAN FOR PARKING & TRANSPORTATION

All Georgia State students are allowed to park vehicles on campus. Learn more about commuting, parking fees, MARTA and shuttle services.

View parking and transportation options

Before Classes Start

Complete the following steps in advance of the start of classes.

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SEND FINAL TRANSCRIPTS AND TEST SCORES

1. Show all credits and the date of your high school graduation. Submit an official college transcript if you attended another university or college through a dual enrollment program.

Mail to:
The Office of Undergraduate Admissions
Georgia State University
P.O. Box 4009
Atlanta, GA 30302

Electronic transcripts can be sent to:
electronictranscript@gsu.edu

2. Submit AP or IB scores
(if applicable)

See a list of accepted scores and their credits. You must submit these before registering for classes.

Mail to:
The Office of Undergraduate Admissions
Georgia State University
P.O. Box 4009
Atlanta, GA 30302

REMOVE EMERGENCY CONTACT HOLD

You cannot register until you remove the Emergency Contact Hold on your account.

Holds will be posted on the Enrollment tab in PAWS.

Remove your Emergency Contact Hold in PAWS

MEET WITH YOUR ACADEMIC ADVISER

Set up an appointment in the University Advisement Center.

Meet with your adviser

Status Check

Review your acceptance letter and make sure all required documents and scores have been submitted.

REVIEW YOUR STATUS

Advisement

Getting prepared for the beginning of the next chapter of your life can be a daunting task. Let us help you out before you even begin classes.

FIND YOUR ADVISOR

Checklist

Want to print a list of next steps? Download the checklist.

NEXT STEPS CHECKLIST

Status Check

Review your acceptance letter and make sure all required documents and scores have been submitted.

REVIEW YOUR STATUS

Advisement

Getting prepared for the beginning of the next chapter of your life can be a daunting task. Let us help you out before you even begin classes.

FIND YOUR ADVISOR

Checklist

Want to print a list of next steps? Download the appropriate checklist.

NEXT STEPS CHECKLIST

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