Checklist for Those Unable to Attend
Graduate Student Orientation:

Scheduling
Check with your academic department for any additional departmental requirements and for scheduling information.

Pick Up Your DARS
Pick up your Degree Audit Requirement System (MyDARS) which will have your RAC (Registration Access Code) from your department or college. You need your RAC to schedule courses.

Activate Online Services and Email
Activate your Ohio University OAK ID for access to online services and email.

Obtain a Parking Pass, If Needed
Please contact Parking Services to determine eligibility.

If You Have a Graduate Appointment:

Go to the Graduate Student Portal to view your appointment, make fee deduction choices, and download employment forms. Currently accessible on campus only.

Next, bring completed employment forms from portal and fill out employment eligibility paperwork, which must be completed in the Graduate College (address below). Bring Passport or Driver’s License and Social Security Card (domestic students only) and I-20 (international students only).

Graduate College
McKee House
44 University Terrace
Telephone: (740) 593-2800
Hours: 8am-5pm, Monday-Friday

If You Are a Domestic Student:

For information about waving your student health insurance, please contact:

Office of the Bursar
010 Chubb Hall
Athens, OH 45701
(740) 593-4130
Hours: 8am-5pm, Monday-Friday

If You Are an International Student:

Check in with
International Student and Faculty Services
348 Baker University Center/ One Park Place
Telephone: (740) 593-4330