W H AT’S NEXT
CHECKLIST EASTERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY
Congratulations on your acceptance to EKU!
Now that you’re a #FutureColonel, here are a few things you’ll need to make sure you’re ready to go when classes start.
CHECKLIST
NOW
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Download myEKU app and set up your EKU email to receive important reminders. For more information, visit hello.eku.edu/nextsteps
______ Deadline for alumni scholarships
Access your EKU email and set up two-factor authentication to keep your account secure at hello.eku.edu/nextsteps
______ Watch your mail and myEKU account for your financial aid award letter
Secure your spot—pay the $200 Colonel Commitment fee (non-refundable) in your application portal OCTOBER 1
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Complete the FAFSA
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Apply for housing JANUARY 15
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MARCH 15
Challenge yourself—apply for the Honors Program (deadline)
FEBRUARY ______
Register online for orientation
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Register online for placement testing (optional) MARCH 1
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Be admitted to EKU on or before March 1 to be considered for merit scholarships
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Deadline for Maroon Madness scholarship
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Submit your application for foundation scholarships before the March 1 deadline
LATE SPRING
JUNE 1 ______ June 1 is the last day to accept merit scholarships ______ Deadline to be accepted for Madison County Promise JUNE 30 ______ June 30 is the last day to submit transcripts or ACT scores for a scholarship upgrade MAY-JULY ______ Spend a day on campus for New Student Orientation ______ Register for classes at orientation ______ Send in dual credit college transcripts once your grades or AP scores are posted AUGUST ______ Go to Big E Welcome
Dates are subject to change. For up-to-the-minute information, visit hello.eku.edu/nextsteps