Student Life

For New Students


Welcome to Manchester University!

We are glad you chose Manchester University and are excited to welcome you to campus! On this web page, you will find important resources that will help you prepare for success as a student at Manchester University.

If you're unable to find anything you're looking for or have questions about what you see, contact your admissions counselor, email admitinfo@manchester.edu, or call 800-852-3648. 



NEW STUDENT REGISTRATION

We are excited you have taken the first step in becoming a Manchester Spartan!  To begin the New Student Registration process, please complete the following:

Placement exams

It is very important that you review the Placement Exam Information. Placement exams are critical in appropriately placing students in courses that meet their skill level. While there is not a specific study guide for these exams, we encourage students to try their best as these will affect your academic plan for your four years at Manchester University.

All placement exams are administered online.

Intent to Enroll/Enrollment Fee

  • Complete the Intent to Enroll form and submit your $100 Enrollment Fee to declare your commitment to attending Manchester University. The earlier you complete the form and pay your fee, the earlier you can move through the registration process to secure your spot in classes and housing. Access the Intent to Enroll form here.

New student registration survey:

Welcome to the MU community! We look forward to seeing you on Black & Gold Day!  Look for more information about orientation and housing to come soon.

For any questions, please contact the Office of Admissions at admitinfo@manchester.edu.

 



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Are you on track?

Make sure you’re not missing anything! Complete the following checklist to make sure you have completed all of the necessary requirements. You need to check off all of the following tasks to ensure that you are prepared

Important Next Steps

  • Complete the Intent to Enroll form.
  • Take your Placement Exams via ChetNet.
  • Submit your Housing Form or Request to Live Off Campus Form online.
  • Submit your Black & Gold Day Reservation Form online.
  • Submit a photo for your Manchester University ID here.
  • Submit your required Health Forms online.
  • Request final official transcripts for any dual-credit courses you’ve taken in high school. These should be mailed to the Office of Admissions as soon as available.



Important Dates

  • Black & Gold Day – Friday, June 27, 2025
  • Health Forms Due – Friday, August 1
  • Fall Bills Due – Friday, August 1
  • New Student Move-in –Thursday, August 21
  • New Student Orientation & Week of Welcome – Begins Thursday, August 21
  • Classes Begin – Monday, August 25



Orientation

Black & Gold Day

Your Manchester University experience begins with Black & Gold Day.  

Black & Gold Day is on Friday, June 27, 2025 and will include information about your fall schedule plus sessions that will be helpful as your start your college journey at Manchester this fall.

We are excited to connect with you! Find more information here! 



ChetNet

 

ChetNet

ChetNet is the University's intranet. Here you'll find much of the information you need to know that's too personal or secure to put onto the University's website, such as forms and account information. Once you’re a student here, you’ll also use ChetNet to find important University announcements, news, and information about events. Most importantly, this is where you’ll get your grades at the end of the semester. If you have any problems, email helpdesk@manchester.edu.



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Required Health Forms

All students are required to have the following on file with Health Services by August 1. 

  1. Health History Form
  2. Required Immunizations and Documentation 
  3. Patient Authorization For Use and Disclosure of Protected Health Information
  4. Consent for Services on Behalf of a MU Student Who is a Minor (if applicable) 
  5. Emergency Medical Card

All required forms and documentation can be uploaded to Med+Proctor or turned into Health Services. 

More information can be found on the Health Services page.

 



classroom

Academic/Class Information



Books

Gear Shop/Textbooks

Order textbooks online from the Manchester University Campus Store. A complete book list will be available on the Campus Store website two weeks prior to the start of classes. Pick up books at the store before the start of classes.



resident hall

Rooms/Residential Life

What should I bring to college? How big is my room? Where can I do laundry? Find answers about residential life at MU here.



Welcome New Students

Visiting Manchester University



Administration Building

Money Matters

The Office of Student Financial Services assists students in payments of tuition and other fees, and credits accounts with financial aid, loans and scholarships. Students need to discuss their financial aid with their admissions counselor before they can be ready to register for classes.

The Business Office provides services to students such as check cashing, money orders and payment for campus employment. An ATM is located on the lower level of the Jo Young Switzer Center.

Students can apply for a variety of campus employment positions to help offset college costs.



Cafeteria Worker

Meals

All resident students are required to be on a meal plan, with several options available. Meals are served at Haist Commons in the Jo Young Switzer Center, or students can buy a la carte items from The Oaks Snack Bar, or grab food-to-go from Wilbur’s featuring Cru5h.



Haley Student Worker

Campus Employment

Find on-campus student job postings on our Human Resources page. The Office of Career and Professional Development helps students find paid internships and other off-campus employment.



Parking

Autos/Parking/Transportation

Students must register all motor vehicles as part of the enrollment process.



Technology

Technology

Find answers to all your technology questions at the website for Information Technology Services.