For Parents of New Students

Do you have a freshman or transfer student preparing to attend Duquesne? He or she may need your help with health insurance waivers, immunization forms and other matters prior to starting classes.

Your family will receive mailings from Duquesne in June and July. You can view the academic calendar now.

Once you've made your Student Enrollment Deposit, your student can get a MultiPass password, for access to the New Student site and other resources on DORI . There students can learn more about all the topics listed here.

Events

• Freshman Advisement Summer Transition (FAST): Mid-July 
• New Student Orientation: Late August, the week before classes start.  (Registration available in April)
• Move in Day: Late August, the week before classes start.
• Commuter Orientation: Late August, the week before classes start.
• Multicultural Affairs Pre-Orientation: The day before orientation.

Have to Do (before classes start)

• Confirm Health Insurance coverage.
• When on campus, get a photo taken for a DU Card.
• Register a cell phone number with the Emergency Alert.
• Get connected with e-mail, resident and wireless networks.
• Set up parents as authorized payers on student accounts to view and pay tuition bills.
• Complete immunization and health history forms.
• Meet your advisor and view your class schedule (in Self-Service Banner in DORI)

Smart to Do

• Visit the computer store for best pricing on software and hardware.
• Sign up for University Success courses to build skills and confidence. 
• Get a banking account at PNC, right on campus.
• Review class schedules on Self-Service Banner in DORI.
• Order books online or visit the DU Bookstore.
• Check out options for meal plans and dining on campus