New Student FAQ
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Living on Campus
How do I find out about my room assignment and roommates name?
Can I get my room assignment/roommate changed?
What's already provided in the rooms and what am I allowed and not allowed to bring?
What size of linens do I need?
Where are the different residence halls located on campus?
How is safety and security on campus?
What do I do if I get homesick?
What are the policies on alcohol?
Eating
What are my meal plan options?
How many dining dollars will I get each semester?
Where and when can I use my dining dollars?
What are the hours of the dining centers?
Where are the dining centers located?
Can students living off campus eat in the dining centers?
Where can I get nutrition information?
Wellness/Health
What are the user policies for Wellness/Recreation Services facilities?
Are there intramural sports on campus?
Is there a pharmacy on campus?
Can I get health insurance through UNI?
Financial Aid/Employment
How do I apply for financial aid?
Do I have to fill out my FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) every year?
What should I do with any off-campus scholarships that I was awarded?
Should I work on campus my first year at UNI?
What should I do if I have been awarded work study?
Can I still work on campus if I did not receive work study?
How can I find a job while attending UNI?
How much is tuition each semester?
Classes/Studying
Where can I find out which textbooks I need for my classes?
Are study groups or tutors available?
Where are all the computer labs located on campus?
How do you change, add, or drop a class?
What are the deadlines for changing, dropping or adding a class?
How do I search for available classes to take?
What majors can I choose from?
What if I have a disability and need accommodations?
How do I learn more about studying abroad?
Parking
Is there enough parking on campus?
How and where can I get a parking permit?
Where should my family park when they're helping me move in?
Where do I pay a parking ticket?
What happens if I don't pay a parking ticket?
How can I get around if I don't bring a car?
Technology
Why is UNI moving e-mail accounts to Gmail?
How can I access the Internet from my room?
How do I access my UNI e-mail account?
Can I buy a computer through UNI, and if so, would I get a discount?
General Questions
What is the MyUNIverse News e-newsletter?
How do I find out what's happening on campus?
Where do I find information on my U-Bill?
What are some on-campus activities/organizations?
What are some off-campus activities?
What are some important dates I will need to know (start of classes, holiday breaks, finals, etc.)?
Where can I buy UNI memorabilia (shirts, hats, keychains, etc.)?
Where can I find used items such as lofts, futons, books, etc.?
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