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2026 What's Next Checklist

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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


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