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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)

Who is my academic advisor?

All students with 0-59 credit hours can find their advisor here: https://docs.udc.edu/student_life/Meet-your-A-Advisors-5-1-23.pdf Transfer Students with 60+ credit hours should contact their academic department directly.

You may find your assigned advisor by visiting, //www.udc.edu/aac/meet-your-advisors/

How do I register for classes?

Once all holds that prevent course registration have been removed, first and second-year students should schedule a virtual appointment with their assigned academic advisor using the A.AC.T Platform. You may access the A.AC.T platform by signing into your myUDC portal, my.udc.edu http://my.udc.edu/, selecting QuickLaunch, then A.AC.T. Once you have been advised on what courses to take your advising hold will be removed, you view our How to register for classes video for step-by-step registration instructions. Additionally, your academic advisor will provide step-by-step instructions.

How can I check the status of my financial aid?

You can check your status by logging into your myUDC portal/StudentForms account, my.udc.edu and selecting the financial aid tab. If you have questions after you have reviewed your status, please email finaid@udc.edu or call (202) 274-5941.

How can I purchase my books?

Follett All Access is a comprehensive program that provides all course materials (i.e. textbooks, lab kits, and required supplies as determined by your instructor) by the first day of classes for those students registered. For example, if you take 12 credit hours, you will be charged $408.00 (12 credits x 34 = 408) for access to this program. For more information about the Follett All Access Program, please visit https://www.udc.edu/enrollment-management/follett-access-textbook-program/.

I have registered for classes and noticed I was charged for health insurance. I have my own health insurance, how do I get this removed from my account?

Within 24-48hrs after you register for classes, you may opt-out of the University sponsored health insurance program by visiting www.firststudent.com. Please have your insurance card available before you log in to this website. If your waiver is approved, the Office of Student Accounts (studentaccounts@udc.edu or 202-274-5941) will remove this charge within 3 business days.

How do I obtain my University ID Card?

Log into your myUDC portal, my.udc.edu, select Public Safety then complete the UDC Online Photo Submission intake form. If you have additional questions, please email onecard@udc.edu.

How do I obtain a parking pass?

Parking passes generally go on sale in August for the fall semester and December for the spring semester. For more information, please visit https://www.udc.edu/administration/operations/auxiliary-services/parking/permits/ and rates by visiting, https://www.udc.edu/administration/operations/auxiliary-services/parking/parking-rates/

I have not received my myUDC portal log in credentials?

After you accept your offer of admission, https://www.udc.edu/admissions/confirmation-of-enrollment-form/ , you will receive an email from no-repy-myudc@udc.edu with your login credentials. Please be sure to check your junk and spam folders.

If you cannot locate the email with your credentials, please call the IT Help Desk at 202.274.5941 or email support@udc.edu. For faster service, ensure that you have your student id number handy.

Congratulations and Welcome to Firebird Nation!

We are excited you have chosen UDC to be your home for the next few years are you pursue higher education. Here at the university, we are committed to your personal and professional growth to help you achieve your greatest potential. As you prepare to embark on your new journey, please complete the following steps:

Step 1: CONFIRM YOUR ENROLLMENT

You’ve been accepted to UDC. Let us know you are officially joining Firebird Nation by confirming your enrollment. CLICK HERE to confirm your enrollment.

Step 2: SUBMIT YOUR FINAL TRANSCRIPTS

All incoming students must submit their transcript. If you have an admission hold for your final high school transcript, please contact your high school immediately and ask that your final high school transcript (graduation date/school official signature) is emailed to the Office of Admission at udctranscores@udc.edu.

Step 3: SUBMIT HEALTH FORMS

All students under the age of 27 must submit their immunization records. You may submit your immunization records by logging on to the student health portal. Please visit https://www.udc.edu/health-services/immunizations/ to activate your account and upload your documents.

Step 4: COMPLETE YOUR FAFSA

Complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by visiting www.fafsa.gov. If you need assistance, contact our community partner, The Educational Opportunity Center, and schedule an appointment 202.741.4730. Note: Please leave a voice mail message, and a representative will return your call.

Step 5: UPDATE RESIDENCY STATUS (IF APPLICABLE)

For students to receive DC or Metro residency tuition and fee rates, they must establish residency by submitting the appropriate documentation to residency@udc.edu. To access the application, CLICK HERE.

Step 6: SIGN UP FOR A PAYMENT PLAN (IF APPLICABLE)

For more information or to enroll in the payment plan, please visit http://www.mycollegepaymentplan.com/udc or call 800.609.8056.

Step 7: SIGN UP FOR REGISTRATION DAY (First Time In College, Transfer, and Readmit Students with under 60 credit hours)

CLICK HERE to sign-up and attend registration day to meet your academic advisor and register for your first semester at UDC! Important Note: Spring 2024 dates will be posted by late September 2023.

Step 8: SIGN UP FOR ORIENTATION

CLICK HERE to sign-up and attend an orientation to meet your fellow classmates, departments across campus, your FREE laptop, and gain other important information needed for a successful first day and semester. Important Note: Spring 2024 dates will be posted by late September 2023.

Orientation

New and Incoming Students