Welcome to SUNY Orange!
New START
New STudent Advising and
Registration Tutorial
Getting Started at SUNY Orange
Fall 2013
NewStart Information (handout)
Deadlines and Expenses
Campus Resources
Academic Success
Academic Advising at SUNY Orange
Online Resources
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Departmental information
College catalog, student handbook, student grapevine
Login to MySUNYOrange: Banner and student email
Online schedule of classes
1. Deadlines and Expenses
Fall 2013
Next Steps (refer to handout)
After the New Start workshop you will…
1. Meet with an Advisor to discuss class schedule, program
requirements, etc.
2. Take registration form to Student Services Central or Records &
Registration.
3. Pay the $50 non-refundable tuition deposit (see exceptions).
4. Pay tuition by August 1 or at time of registration
1. If applying for Financial Aid, submit all necessary paperwork
5. Get photo ID taken – pick up with tuition payment receipt
6. If purchasing your books from the College, buy them during the
first week of classes
7. Submit all relevant official transcripts as soon as possible for
evaluation (AP courses, other colleges, etc.)
Deadlines
Registration:
New students’ last day to register for Spring is Friday, August 23 at 5:00 pm
Total Withdrawal:
If you will not be attending any or all of your classes, you must withdraw by the
above date to avoid financial charges. Once the semester begins (Aug. 26) you are
financially responsible for any registered classes even if you do not attend.
Adding classes once semester begins:
 1st wk. : requires an advisor’s signature
 2nd wk.: requires signatures from instructor, Dpt. Chair, and Registrar
 3rd wk.: may only add second half semester classes, which begin on Oct. 16
Dropping and Refunds for full semester courses*:
 The deadline to Drop a class for a 75% refund is Friday, Aug. 30*
 The deadline to Drop a class for a 50% refund is Friday, Sept. 6*
 The deadline to Drop a class for a 25% refund is Friday, Sept. 13*
 No refund on or after Monday, Sept. 16
* See Bursar web page for additional info on Refund Policies and Office Hours.
Tuition and Payment
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$50 non-refundable tuition deposit required for all students every semester- unless
receiving Ch. 33 (at 100% rate) or Ch. 31 benefits from VA.
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Students who fail to pay their tuition deposit are subject to course deletion. Deletion dates are
posted on the Bursar’s webpage.
Balance of tuition and fees is due Aug. 1, or on the day of registration if after the
payment due date.
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A late fee of $50 will apply to students’ accounts. Any account that remains unpaid will be assigned
to a collections agency.
Tuition Payment Plan – allows for payment of tuition and fees in 4
monthly installments (sign up by July 1) or 3 monthly installments (sign up by Aug. 16).
 E-Refunds - all students must enroll and choose a refund option through Sallie Mae. Erefunds ensure a faster and safer transaction on money coming back from the College.
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Refund options include:
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My Flex Prepaid MasterCard from Sallie Mae
Direct Deposit into an existing checking or savings account.
Certificate of Residence – must be submitted within 30 days from the start of the
semester to avoid paying non-resident tuition.
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See Bursar website for additional information.
Tuition and Fees Schedule
You are responsible for tuition/fees by the payment due date, and have 30
days from the start of the semester to submit proof of residency or you will be
responsible for the non-resident charge on your account.
Financial Aid
 Submit all Financial Aid paperwork as soon as possible so
that any aid may be applied to your bill.
 Additional Eligibility Requirements:
 Classes (including prerequisites if they can fill in for other requirements in
the program) must apply toward degree
 Maintain satisfactory attendance
 Make satisfactory academic progress
 Refer to the web site for available FAFSA Workshops.
 Regularly check your Financial Aid tab in Banner and refer to the
Financial Aid Office and website for more information about your
financial aid status.
Books
 The Bookstore can tell you what books are required or you can find
this information on Banner
 Anticipate $600 per semester for books if going full time
 If your financial aid has not been completed and awarded by
the book voucher deadline (Sept. 6), you will not be eligible
for bookstore credit.
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Not all students receive financial assistance for books, have an
alternate plan in place to purchase your books.
 Buy books at the campus the class is being taught
 Full refund for books returned in their original condition with the
original receipt within 5 days from the date of purchase through the
first two weeks of classes.
 See Bookstore website for return policy details.
 The bookstore will buy back used books at a reduced rate
2. CAMPUS RESOURCES
Fall 2013
Division of Student Services
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Academic Advising Office
Accessibility Services
Admissions
Bursar
Career Services
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Financial Aid
Records and Registration
Student Activities
Student Support Initiatives
Wellness Center
(Counseling/Health Services)
 Supports over 6,000 students across two campuses;
Student Services listed above are available in:
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Middletown: Shepard Student Center
Newburgh: Kaplan Hall and Tower Bldg.
 Sustainable Campus
Office of Accessibility Services
 Accommodations differ from high school
 Students must provide current documentation of a
disability, complete an intake and request accommodations
with sufficient time for the request to be processed
 Students are expected to seek additional resources, attend
classes, and comply with academic standards
 Accommodations are meant to provide equal access and
students may decide not to use them
 See Accessibility Services for information and questions
 Middletown: 3rd fl., Shepard Student Center 348
 Newburgh: 1st fl., Kaplan Hall 110
Elevator Alert for the
Harriman Building
on the Middletown Campus
Due to several construction projects on campus, the Harriman
Building Elevator will not be able to access the 1st Floor of
Harriman.
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Please remember this when registering for classes.
If this presents an access issue for you based on a disability or a
temporary condition, please contact the
Office of Accessibility Services in Middletown
341-4077 or 341-4407
Career Services
 This office provides valuable information to students
regarding their chosen careers including:
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Assistance with creating a resume and cover letter
Help preparing for a potential job interview
Access to an online job bank
Internship placement
Workshops, job fairs on campus throughout the year
 If you are undecided about your program, this office also
offers career advising/counseling, which includes:
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Various tools to assess your interests, values and skills
Help with connecting to different career areas
Current job market information.
Student Activities
 Programs and Events on Both Campuses
Special Trips, Lectures, Concerts, Plays, and Cultural Events
 You can find this information in the Activities Calendar
located in the Student Grapevine
 I-CONNECT activities for new students during the fall
semester from 9/9 - 9/14
Student Senate
Board Of Activities (BOA)
Clubs and Organizations
Campus involvement opportunities:
 A part of your college learning experience
 Find at least one activity to get involved
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Wellness Center
 Programs and Services on Both Campuses
 Middletown – Shepard Center, 2nd floor
 Newburgh – Kaplan Hall, Rm. 322
 Open to all students free of charge.
 Mental and physical health information and assistance
 Complete confidentiality
 Personal counselor, mental health liaison, and
registered nurses on staff.
3. Academic Success
Fall 2013
Academic Expectations
 College is different from high school (handout)
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Amount and level of work , studying and reading required
 1 cr. = 1 hr. in class + 2 hrs. homework
 15 cr. = 15 hrs. in class + 30 hrs. homework=45 hrs
More work out of class than in class
Classroom expectations of participation and preparedness
 More freedom means more self-management
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Self-motivation and discipline
Time management and planning
Studying, note-taking, reading, etc. are up to you
Understanding the Syllabus
 You will receive a syllabus for every course (handout)
 The instructor’s contract with you
 Outlines class expectations, grading and all
assignments
 You may not ever get a reminder about when things
are due
 Use your syllabus as a tool to plan ahead and prepare
for class
 Ask questions when you are not clear about
information on your syllabus
Once Classes Begin
 Attend class - on time and ready to learn.
 By the end of the first week, make sure you have all the books
and materials you need for each class.
 Participate, do the homework, and study!
 Resources to help you succeed:
 Your Faculty
 Academic Advising Office
 Office of Accessibility Services
 Learning Assistance Services/Tutoring (hrs./location online)
 On Both Campuses:
 Scheduled Tutoring
 Math Lab, Writing Lab, BATCAVERN – Bio. and Health Majors
 Workshops
 Study Skills and Career Workshops (dates/location online)
Grades
 Know where you stand in class!
 Unsatisfactory (U) grades are submitted mid-semester in
Banner for students doing less than “C” work.
 Your end-of-semester grades will be available in Banner under
Student Records; they will not be mailed to you!
 Graduation
 Must apply by deadline posted
 Meet all degree requirements
 Have a minimum 2.0 GPA.
Academic Advising at SUNY Orange
 The primary purpose of Academic Advising is to facilitate
student learning and success by collaborating with
students to develop and implement meaningful and
attainable educational plans
 Developmental approach to advising:
ADVISOR/student
ADVISOR/STUDENT
advisor/STUDENT
Academic Advising – Advisor’s Role
 Assist students with developing and pursuing goals
 Provide accurate information about programs, classes,
resources, services, policies & procedures, etc.
 Assist students with decision making and allow
students to make final decisions
 Refer students to resources and opportunities
 Treat students with respect
 Be accessible for meetings
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 Making your schedule
Academic Advising – Student’s Role
 Actively participate in the Advising and education
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process
Become knowledgeable about program
requirements, prerequisites, college resources,
policies and procedures
Accept responsibility for actions and decisions
Schedule, attend and be prepared for Advising
meetings
Actively seek out information, services and
resources to facilitate success
Advisor Meetings
New students meet with an Advisor in the Academic Advising Office.
Assigned Advisor in Banner by the 5th week of fall/spring semester.
Academic Advising
Discuss long-term goals:
Career/Academic
vs.
Registration Advising
Discuss short-term goals:
Courses for next semester
 Don’t wait until registration starts to meet!
 Plan early and come prepared when you meet with your advisor.
 Review program requirements and schedule of courses before your
meeting.
 Prepare list of questions.
Degree Programs
 Transfer-Track Degrees
 Associate in Arts (A.A.)
 Associate in Science (A.S.)
 Career-Track Degrees
 Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.)
 Health Programs – Separate Admissions Process
 Some Departments Have Both
 Accounting, Business, Criminal Justice
 Certificate Programs
 Undecided - consider Liberal Arts major and working with Career
Services
 Changing Your Major – forms must be submitted within first 3
weeks of semester to be active for that semester.
Degree Program Notes
 Some degrees can be completed entirely at the Newburgh campus:
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AA Liberal Arts
AS and AAS Criminal Justice
AS Human Services
AAS Business Management
AS Individual Studies (depending on program of study)
AAS Nursing
 All others require that you take some classes in Middletown
 Many majors require Day courses
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Most Health Majors (exception: evening Nursing program in Middletown)
AS Engineering Science
AAS Computer Information Technology
AAS Office Technologies
AAS Electrical Technology, etc.
Pre-Health Profession Majors
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Occupational Therapy Assistant, Physical Therapist Assistant,
Radiologic Technology
Students are AS Liberal Arts majors until you apply and are
accepted to your Health major
Applications are accepted every year by February 1 to start the
program the following Fall semester in Middletown except for
Nursing: you can also apply for the Spring program in
Newburgh by October 1
Health programs are 2 years from the time you are admitted.
Total length depends on how many prerequisites you need to
do
See Admissions Information and Departments’ websites for
important program details and policies
Placement Test Results
Developmental Courses
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Beginning your degree program
Other college-level courses – see permitted lists
• Developmental Course Sequences
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Required until RDG, WRT, and/or MAT sequences completed
Special permission to drop
Covered by Financial Aid - if eligible
• Developmental course grades – DVP, DVH, DVF, ZDF
• Repeat Policy
• Learning Communities - available to eligible students
• Refer to your Test Score Sheet and ask Advisor for more info
Honors Program
If you are a highly motivated student , enjoy challenging in-class
discussions and meet one of the following criteria:
 Have a high school GPA of 90 or higher
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 Have a combined SAT score of 1200 in Math and Reading
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 Were in the top 10% of your class in high school
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 Are eligible to take or have completed ENG 101
See Elaine Torda for academic advising (341-4004) or ask your
advisor for more information
Key Points to Remember
 Email:
Check student email regularly (daily preferred).
 $50 Deposit:
Pay by deadline.
 Financial Aid:
Target dates - submit all documents ASAP.
 Tuition:
You are financially responsible for any registered
classes after 8/23/13 - even if you do not
attend any of your classes.
 Books:
Purchase by the end of the first week of classes.
Have alternate plan to pay for them if aid not
available.
Learning is not a spectator sport,
you must be actively engaged in the process to succeed.