Congratulations on your acceptance to St. Kate's! Our faculty and staff are ready to support you every step of the way and help you stay connected. In the meantime, here are your first steps toward becoming a Katie.
Registering for Classes
Required Forms
Student accounts, health insurance, immunization records and more.
New College for Women Student Checklist
Welcome, new students! There is a lot to do as you prepare to begin your educational journey at St. Kates. This checklist includes many key tasks for the summer — not all will apply to you and you may have completed some already. If you need help, contact admissions@stkate.edu.
| When to Do It | What to Do |
|---|---|
| As Soon As Possible |
Review Class Schedule.
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| As Soon As Possible | Financial Aid. Complete your FAFSA if you haven't already. Accept or decline your federal student loans and verify that you have submitted your required forms. |
| As Soon As Possible |
Final Transcripts.
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| As Soon As Possible | AP or IB Credit. Request your AP or IB scores be sent to St. Kate’s. |
| December 1 – February 6 | Insurance Waiver. Submit proof of insurance to avoid being charged for University health insurance. |
| As Soon As Possible |
Immunization Verification. Upload required immunization documents to the Health and Wellness portal. *IMPORTANT* St. Catherine University requires all students, faculty, staff, and residents to complete their COVID-19 vaccination series unless the University approves a medical or religious accommodation or other accommodation/exemption. |
| Purchase Books. Grab your course schedule and visit the bookstore online to order your textbooks for the semester! | |
| January 31 | First Day of Class |
| February 4 | Last Day to Change Classes online, contact Academic Advising for assistance |
Orientation
Get ready for orientation! We're excited to welcome you to campus, get to know you better, and provide you with the resources you need to be a successful Katie. Additional details about fall orientation will be posted here later this summer. For now, please make sure to mark your calendars for the dates below.
- Orientation for new transfer students is Thursday, August 26, 2021. This program will take place in the evening.
- Orientation for new first-year students will take place September 5–7, 2021. Please plan to be on campus all three days.
If you have questions about your orientation, please contact orientation@stkate.edu.
Coming to Campus
Ready for your arrival on campus? Prepare by reviewing parking information and lists of things to bring with you.
Living on Campus
Meet with Residence Life representatives about moving in and living life in a residence hall. We want to support your success in all areas of campus life.
Commuting to Campus
With so many ways to get involved, you'll always stay busy at St. Kate's.
St. Catherine University is committed to helping students find academic and personal success during their time on campus.