New Student Orientation Center

1. Pay the $170 enrollment deposit, non-refundable.
2. Complete your Pre-Orientation virtual modules. Log in using your Shaw University username (student ID number) and pin to access New Student Orientation modules: orientation.shawu.edu.
3. Complete your 2023-2024 FAFSA, if you are planning to accept any form of financial aid. Shaw FAFSA Code: 002962.
4. Register for New Student Orientation (click here to register).
5. Complete your housing reservation form. (Click here, will not be processed without paid enrollment deposit) Please note: Students will receive the link to sign up for move-in day within 3-5 business days of housing application receipt.
6. Submit your health physical form, immunization records, and upload a copy of your COVID vaccination card via Point and Click system (instructions given during step #2- virtual new student orientation modules).
7. Set up your payment plan (if needed) and make your first tuition payment (Visit your Bearsnet portal to view bill under Account Statement).
8. Submit your official transcript(s) to the Office of Admissions and Recruitment at admissions@shawu.edu.
9. Complete Your English and Mathematics Placement Exam (Students will receive an email with log in credentials to complete the exams).
10. Attend Student Orientation: January 5-6, 2024 (course registration will take place during new student orientation)

The purpose of New Student Orientation at Shaw University is to prepare students to be academically successful by:

• Creating a welcoming environment that builds a sense of community among the incoming class and connects them to faculty, staff, and other students.
• Providing information and resources that will allow students to make informed academic decisions and healthy social choices.
• Providing a framework for four years of success through the communication of expectations, norms, and standards.

New Student Orientation consists of two parts: virtual orientation modules and in-person sessions. (Please note that students must complete the virtual modules to receive an invitation to attend the in-person sessions.)

Once you receive your official acceptance letter from Shaw University’s Office of Admissions, you will log in to the orientation platform by visiting http://orientation.shawu.edu to complete the virtual orientation modules. The orientation platform is comprised of interactive modules to introduce you to campus life, students, university resources, and academic support. Virtual new student orientation modules are to be completed by ALL new, incoming first-year and transfer students.

Your New Student Orientation experience will be like none other! Upon arriving on campus for New Student Orientation, students will have completed ALL administrative tasks (financial clearance, course registration, medical clearance, and housing requests), creating a seamless onboarding process. Orientation will take place over three (3) days to provide a welcoming experience for our incoming class. In addition to providing a welcoming orientation experience for students, we will engage parents in a way that leaves them feeling confident in allowing us to serve their student and prepared to best support their student. Agenda will be emailed prior to arrival.

If you have any questions concerning new student orientation, feel free to reach out to the Office of Student Retention at OSR@shawu.edu.

Shaw University’s policy mandates that all new students have a record of medical history and a physical examination report signed by a physician on file in the Student Health Center. This information is required at the time of enrollment at Shaw University and should be updated while attending the university. The students who do not have current medical requirements on file will not be permitted to move into the residence halls. Please see the list below of required vaccinations:

Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis: Individuals entering a college or university must have 3 doses of tetanus/diphtheria/pertussis; one of which must be a Tdap booster (given after 2005).

Prior to arriving on campus, you will receive an electronic golden key via email that signifies you have completed all the steps to enrollment and are ready for MOVE-IN! Please be sure to check your email before reporting to campus. If you did not receive a golden key, you will not be permitted to move into the residence hall. Please contact the Office of Student Retention at OSR@shawu.edu if you have any questions.

If your assigned room is in Fleming Kee, you will report to: 724 S. Person Street, Raleigh, NC 27601.

If your assigned room is in Dimple Newsome, you will report to: 724 S. Person Street, Raleigh, NC 27601.

If your assigned room is in Talbert O. Shaw Women (TOSW), you will report to: 305 East South St., Raleigh, NC 27601.

If your assigned room is in Talbert O. Shaw Men (TOSM), you will report to: 305 East South St., Raleigh, NC 27601.

1. Pay the $170 enrollment deposit, non-refundable.
2. Complete your Pre-Orientation virtual modules. Log in using your Shaw University username (student ID number) and pin to access New Student Orientation modules: orientation.shawu.edu.
3. Complete your 2023-2024 FAFSA, if you are planning to accept any form of financial aid. Shaw FAFSA Code: 002962.
4. Register for New Student Orientation (click here to register).
5. Complete your housing reservation form. (Click here, will not be processed without paid enrollment deposit) Please note: Students will receive the link to sign up for move-in day within 3-5 business days of housing application receipt.
6. Submit your health physical form, immunization records, and upload a copy of your COVID vaccination card via Point and Click system (instructions given during step #2- virtual new student orientation modules).
7. Set up your payment plan (if needed) and make your first tuition payment (Visit your Bearsnet portal to view bill under Account Statement).
8. Submit your official transcript(s) to the Office of Admissions and Recruitment at admissions@shawu.edu.
9. Attend Student Orientation: January 5-6, 2024 (course registration will take place during new student orientation)

As a member of the incoming transfer class, you are about to embark upon an exciting new journey at Shaw University. The Transfer Student Orientation program is your key to a successful start as one of the newest members of our community. It is designed to introduce you to many of the academic and co-curricular opportunities that Shaw has to offer!

Transfer Student Orientation dates are yet to be confirmed, we will share this information as the summer approaches. Please expect a full day of activities to introduce you to academics at Shaw U, campus life, and so much more. Prior to arrival on campus, please be sure to complete the enrollment steps listed above. If you have any questions, please contact the Office of Student Retention at OSR@shawu.edu.

Shaw University’s policy mandates that all new students have a record of medical history and a physical examination report signed by a physician on file in the Student Health Center. This information is required at the time of enrollment at Shaw University and should be updated while attending the university. The students who do not have current medical requirements on file will not be permitted to move into the residence halls. Please see the list below of required vaccinations:

Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis: Individuals entering a college or university must have 3 doses of tetanus/diphtheria/pertussis; one of which must be a Tdap booster (given after 2005).

Prior to arriving on campus, you will receive an electronic golden key via email that signifies you have completed all the steps to enrollment and are ready for MOVE-IN! Please be sure to check your email before reporting to campus. If you did not receive a golden key, you will not be permitted to move into the residence hall. Please contact the Office of Student Retention at OSR@shawu.edu if you have any questions.

If your assigned room is in Fleming Kee, you will report to: 724 S. Person Street, Raleigh, NC 27601.

If your assigned room is in Dimple Newsome, you will report to: 724 S. Person Street, Raleigh, NC 27601.

If your assigned room is in Talbert O. Shaw Women (TOSW), you will report to: 305 East South St., Raleigh, NC 27601.

If your assigned room is in Talbert O. Shaw Men (TOSM), you will report to: 305 East South St., Raleigh, NC 27601.

1. Pay your $170 Enrollment Fee via your application portal.
2.  Complete your Financial Aid
   • FSA Application
   • Shaw School Code: 002962
   • NC Residency Application: (NC Residency Determination Service)
   • Entrance Loan Counseling
   • Master Promissory Note
3. Receive your PIN, Advisor and Shaw email.
   • Await an email with your PIN to access BearsNet which is your student portal.
   • BearsNet Portal – You will also receive in this email your Shaw email address as well as your advisor information.
4. Advisement
   • Your advisor is assigned by the Registrar’s Office. Your advisor will be able to cover your transfer credits and register you into your courses for the upcoming term.

As a member of the incoming class, you are about to embark upon an exciting new journey at Shaw University! The Adult Learner Orientation program is your key to a successful start as one of the newest members of our community. It is designed to introduce you to many of the academic and co-curricular opportunities that Shaw has to offer!

On ground orientation will take place the Thursday before the Fall and Spring Semester courses start. An email will be sent for you to RSVP as the date gets closer. Please plan to stay at least two hours and come photo ready to get your student ID made.

Prior to arrival on campus, please be sure to complete the enrollment steps listed above. If you have any questions, please contact the Office of the Adult Degree Program at adpadmissions@shawu.edu.