New Student Orientation

New Student Orientation is designed to give you an inside track into what it means to be a �Ը�� Ashtabula student. It’s a required program where you meet one-on-one with an academic advisor to set goals and explore opportunities. You’ll register for classes and have a great time meeting new friends.

Getting Started

New Student Checklist

Virtual Folder

New Student Orientation will help you achieve the following goals:

Navigate our campus and academic buildings
Identify academic and support resources that will help you succeed as a student
Hear from Financial Aid and answer any questions you may still have
Schedule your classes for your first semester with an academic advisor
Obtain your FlashCard student ID

Prior to New Student Orientation

Apply to �Ը�� Ashtabula
Register for Placement Testing date (if applicable)
Attend Placement Testing (if applicable)
Register for a New Student Orientation date
Apply for scholarships
Submit your final high school transcripts to �Ը�� Ashtabula Admissions
Prepare any specific questions you want to have answered during New Student Orientation
Connect with �Ը�� Ashtabula via , , and

During orientation

Attend campus resource presentation
Meet your Academic Advisor
Get your class schedule for the upcoming semester
Meet at least one person who can be a resource during the upcoming semester
Meet with Financial Aid to clarify any questions you may have (if applicable)
Get your Flashcard student ID
Ask questions
HAVE FUN!

After orientation

Check your @kent.edu �Ը�� email daily! Email is the �Ը�� Ashtabula’s primary form of communication with you
Become familiar navigating and Canvas
Sign up for Flash Alerts – an emergency information texting system
Ensure FAFSA is complete and aid is committed to your account
Pay tuition and fees – your bill can be found online through Flashline

Resources, documents and information that will help in the start of your academic journey at �Ը�� University at Ashtabula.

All Students:

Financial Aid Checklist: Where Do I Go From Here?

Nursing Majors ONLY:

Nursing majors will review the below documents during their virtual information session. A meeting invitation link will be sent prior to your New Student Orientation date.

Placement Testing FAQ's

What is Placement Testing?

ACCUPLACER Reading and Writing and ALEKS mathematics are comprehensive, self-paced computer testing programs that help place students into appropriate courses and maximizes the information colleges need to insure student success. Your test results are used by Academic Advisors to determine proper course placement.

Do I need to take Placement Testing?

Our Academic Advisors determine each student's testing needs on an individual basis. Students required to take Placement Testing will receive a letter prompting them to register for an upcoming date. Registration will begin in April for Fall semester admission and October for Spring semester admission. If you are unsure of your testing requirements, please contact our Student Services office at 440-964-4217.

How long will Placement Testing take?

ALEKS mathematics may take up to 90 minutes to complete. ACCUPLACER Reading and Writing may take up to 60 minutes to complete. Allow yourself 2-3 hours total to complete your exam.

Does Placement Testing cost anything?

ALEKS and ACCUPLACER are administered at no charge

How can I prepare?

Preparation materials for all of our placement tests are available online to help you show your highest potential. To find materials for the ACCUPLACER Reading and Writing Assessments and ALEKS Math Assessment, please visit the .

Tutoring and Testing Homepage

Placement Testing Registration