You’re in! Now what?!
Welcome to Eagle Gathering, Devil Goat Day, and Division III sports. Welcome to Club Carnival, bench-sitting, and all things Mary Washington. You’ve got classes to take, friends to find, and a future to unfold. Now, take a breath and get ready to transition to college life. This is going to be amazing!
Ready?
Have you…
- Paid your deposit?
- Set up your UMW net ID & student email account?
- Submitted the health forms (due Aug. 1)?
- Signed up for a First-Year Seminar?
- Looked into living arrangements?
- Finalized financial aid?
Set.
Get to know campus before you arrive by…
- Checking out the Eagle Speak glossary.
- Exploring new-student resources.
- Registering for an EagleOne card.
- Logging into myUMW.
- Teaming up with a RISE peer mentor.
- Understanding Campus Dining
Go!
This is it…it’s time to fly!
- Explore your academic options & buy books!
- Know all the important dates & deadlines!
- Choose from more than 140 student clubs!
- Get acquainted with technology resources!
- Browse a list of helpful contacts!
- Live the Honor Code!
- Keep an eye on your Student Account!
New Student Arrivals & Programs
Now let’s get you on campus and in your home away from home.
- N.E.S.T. new-student transition program with ice breakers & excursions
- Move-In
- New Student Arrival & Welcome
- RISE Peer Mentors
Technology
UMW offers a wide array of technology resources from wireless to computer labs to web resources and peer mentors. We’ll answer your questions and help you make the most of IT.
EagleOne Card
Your official UMW identification card is called the EagleOne card. It’s used for meal plans, building access, in the library, at vending machines, and more. It can be used anywhere you see an EagleOne logo.
Academics
From getting your final transcripts submitted to navigating the general education requirements to making the most of academic resources, first-time freshmen and transfer students will find everything to get started on your academic path at UMW.
myUMW
myUMW is the easiest way for YOU to find out what’s happening at UMW! Check out 150+ organizations, plan your social calendar, track your service hours and activities, upload and view pictures and videos…the list goes on and on! It’s simple to get started. Just use your NetID and password to connect with your friends and UMW.