Parents: Top 5 Tasks to Do Now 

Support from parents and other loved ones is crucial to student success. There's a lot to learn and prepare for in these next few months, especially if this is your first child to head to college. Kick-start your first Pilot summer with these important tasks:

Apply for Housing by June 10

UP has a 2-year housing requirement, so all incoming first-year students will live on campus. Incoming transfer students who will still be within their first 2 years of college must also live on campus. If your student falls under one of these categories, have them complete and submit the 2024-25 Campus Housing & Meal Plan Application in eRezLife before the June 10 priority housing signup deadline. Email Residence Life at reslife@up.edu with any questions.

Register for Summer WAVE! 

Join us for Summer WAVE, a program that gives students a head start on their college journey. This free program is designed for incoming first-year students and their parents/supporters to get an overview of the academic roadmap, life on campus, and the chance to experience an overnight stay in one of our residence halls. Additionally, there will be informative programming for parents on the first day of both Summer WAVE sessions. We can't wait to meet you!

New Student (and family) Orientation: August 22-24

New Student Orientation starts on move-in day, Thursday, August 22, and both students and parents have orientation sessions through Saturday, August 24. Don't miss this opportunity to meet fellow Pilot parents as you learn about important university services and resources. Encourage your student to complete their pre-arrival orientation course before they arrive to campus in August.

Save the Date for a Pilot Welcome Reception Near You!

Meet new Pilots in your area! UP comes to you for these casual social gatherings where new first-year students and their parents can get to know fellow Class of 2028 Pilots. It's an easy and fun way to connect with UP staff, get your questions answered, and hang out with your local Pilot community before coming to campus in August.

Summer Zoom Webinars We Think You'll Appreciate

Parents as Partners summer webinars are specially designed for new students and their families. These webinars highlight important topics and provide answers to common questions to help you make the most out of the transition to college. Learn more about what to expect from our upcoming webinars, and click below to register:

Tuition Invoices Available July 8

Fall 2024 tuition and housing invoices will be emailed to students' UP email accounts on July 8; payment is due on August 8. Have a conversation with your student about Parent Proxy Access to determine what level of access to tuition invoices or grades you expect to have. Join us for the June 12 webinar, Insights from Financial Aid & Student Accounts, to learn more about how to read and pay the tuition invoice.

Get To Know the Student Health Center

UP students have access to comprehensive primary care services on campus! The Student Health Center (SHC) provides care for illnesses, injuries, and some chronic health conditions. SHC clinicians, with experience in family practice and urgent care, can write prescriptions, order imaging, and provide referrals as needed. Students do not need to be enrolled in the student health insurance plan through Pacific Source to be seen at the Health Center, however, those enrolled can visit the Health Center with zero out-of-pocket costs!

From the Office of Financial Aid

Was your student awarded an outside scholarship? If so, congratulations! Be sure they report it by using the Outside Scholarship Reporting Form. Contact the Office of Financial Aid at finaid@up.edu if you have any questions. Financial Aid Counselors are available for telephone or in-person appointments

2024-25 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

Please submit the 2024-25 FAFSA if you haven't already. If your student has already submitted the 2024-25 FAFSA, but they haven't yet received a financial aid offer from UP, please contact Financial Aid so that they can review the file.

Plunge Into Your Neighborhood Pre-Orientation Experience

Join this year’s Plunge Into Your Neighborhood Experience to make friends, get acquainted with your new home on the Bluff, and volunteer with nonprofits in Portland before orientation!  This 3 day program for first year and transfer students takes place August 20th-22nd and provides new Pilots with the opportunity to engage in their community and make meaningful connections both on and off campus.  The Plunge provides a welcoming and engaging start to the year!  Email theplunge@up.edu with any questions.

Outdoor Pursuits Pre-Orientation Adventure

Check out UP's Outdoor Pursuits Pre-Orientation Adventure, where new students can connect with each other, explore the Oregon Coast, and create long-lasting friendships before starting their first semester at UP. Space is limited!

Is Your Student Considering Studying Abroad?

One program that may be of interest is UP's Salzburg, Austria program, which is celebrating it's 60th anniversary this year! This is a great opportunity for your student to be abroad in a cohort with other UP students and live together in a residence hall. If your student is unsure about studying abroad and being far from home, this can be a great opportunity for them to experience another culture knowing they will be in a community alongside other UP students and have support from the Salzburg staff and faculty.

Campus Offices Are Open All Summer!

Most offices, including Alumni & Parent Relations, Residence Life, Shepard Academic Resource Center, Career Education Center, Registrar, Academic Counseling, Financial Aid, and Student Accounts, are open Monday through Friday all summer and are available to help students with questions. The Student Health Center and the Counseling Center are open during the summer on a limited schedule.

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