Next Steps
You’re accepted! Now what?
As a recently admitted student at Catawba College, there are important next steps that you need to take in order to complete your enrollment. The Applicant Status Portal and the Next Steps page will be your central hub for all important information regarding your enrollment and what you need to do next. Once you have paid your deposit, it's important to note that some items will require additional login credentials, such as your Catawba ID number and passwords, which can be found in the portal.
Make sure to review your checklist in the portal to see what items you still need to complete and reach out to your admissions counselor if you have any questions. We're here to support you throughout your college journey, so don't hesitate to reach out to us if you need assistance with any part of the enrollment process.
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To see how affordable Catawba College is you need to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Use our FAFSA code: 002914.
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To be officially Catawba bound, log into the accepted student portal, accept your offer of admission, and submit your non-refundable enrollment deposit by May 1.
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Your academic advisor will help you build your class schedule and answer any questions you may have about academics at Catawba College.
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Complete the housing application to build your profile and indicate your preferred residence hall.
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Required for all new students, orientation will help you get familiar with life at Catawba, the campus, and more before classes start in the fall.
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Don't miss out on the First-Year Retreat, one of the best parts of the Orientation process! Meet future classmates and get to know the faculty and staff who will be there to support you during your entire college experience - and have tons of fun doing it.
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Complete your financial aid requirements to formally accept and finalize your package. This information will be used to generate your student billing statement.
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Prior to arriving on campus, be sure to submit all your required forms and documentation through the applicant portal.
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Once you complete the spring semester, send your final official transcripts (required for enrollment) to Catawba along with any AP/IB Scores and any additional college credit. High school and undergraduate transcripts are required for first-year and transfer students in the Online & Undergraduate Programs, and a transcript for the highest degree obtained is required for students in the Graduate Program.
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Access TouchNet Via the "Systems" tab within the My Catawba Portal.
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To decline the school-sponsored health insurance, complete the wavier via United Healthcare.
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It’s time to pack and get ready to move-in! Questions about living on campus? Visit our Residence Life page for the answers.
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It’s time! Start your journey at Catawba during our Weeks of Welcome.
