Admissions

Welcome to Dragon Days!

It's time to start your academic future at Minnesota State University Moorhead by attending a Dragon Day. Dragon Day is a required one-day program designed to academically advise and register you for Fall 2010 classes. Dragon Day is your first step toward becoming a successful college student, as well as offering special orientation sessions for parents and guests. Sign-up Now

MSUM 2010 Dragon Day Dates
April 22, 23, 24, 26

June 17 - 19

July 19

August 18

During your Dragon Day you will:

• Learn about Dragon Core, a signature curriculum designed to help you get the most out of your college academic experience

• Meet with academic advisors to select your classes for next fall *

* If you have taken any classes for college credit while in high school, now is the time to have your official transcripts sent to MSUM's Admissions office for review. It is important that we receive this information before your Dragon Day to ensure an academic plan that is right for you.

• Get acquainted with campus

• Receive your University photo ID

• Tour of residence halls **

** Students are encouraged to complete housing applications by mid-March to ensure room assignment prior to April Dragon Days. The housing application can be found at www.mnstate.edu/housing

• Learn about Financial Aid, and receive advice on how to plan payment of education costs

• Learn about a variety of student services available at MSU Moorhead

Choosing Your Dragon Day

1. Sign Up Online. This option is the fastest and easiest. You will receive an immediate report of available Dragon Days and confirmation of your selected date. To sign up on the web, go to go.mnstate.edu/dragondays.

2. Phone. If you would like to register by phone or if you have any questions, please call 218-477-2777 or 1-800-593-7246, then select option 3, then 1.

3. Mail completed reservation card. Fill out the enclosed reservation card completely, making sure to rank all date preferences. Please indicate the number of guests attending with you.

Guests Welcome!

We have designed a special program to make sure they get all the information they need.
Schedule of Events

Please plan for a full day of activities. All students will receive additional information about Dragon Day scheduled events, parking, and a map to campus two weeks prior to your Dragon Day.

Choosing Your Academic Major

Your group assignment for advising and registration will be made according to your major. If you have not chosen your academic major, do not worry. For students who have not declared a major, undeclared advisors are there to help! If you have chosen a major and the enclosed reservation card lists an incorrect major, please correct it.

Dragon Day Fee

There is no advance fee charged for either the Dragon Day program or course registration.*

* Students with more than two guests at their Dragon Day will be charged an additional $10 per guest at check-in.

As a new student, you will be assessed a special one-time New Student Fee of $75 as part of your fall tuition and fee payment. This fee will cover both your Dragon Day program and Dragon Orientation in the fall.

Tuition/Fee Payments

Please be informed that bills are not mailed out and that you may view and pay your bill online at www.mnstate.edu/busoff/tuitionfees.htm

Residential Learning Communities

New communities for Fall 2010 Living Learning Communities in select residence halls

Questions?

We are here to help you every step of the way. Feel free to call the Orientation and Transition office locally at 218-477-2777 or toll free at 800-593-7246, then select option 3, then 1.

If you are looking for accommodations while in Fargo/Moorhead, please visit www.fargomoorhead.org for hotel/motel information and options.