New Student Checklist
- New Student Orientation
- Step 1: Pre-Registration
- Step 2: Registration
- Step 3: Post Registration
- Parent Checklist
- Traveling to HPU
- Online Information Sessions
- Academic Advising
- First-Year Seminars
First-Year Programs
- New Student Orientation
- Programs and Activities
- New Student Checklist
- Parent Relations
- Traveling to HPU
- Living in Hawaii
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I chose HPU for many reasons, but it really came down to what I wanted from a university. I love that the class sizes are on the smaller side, allowing students to have a one-on-one relationship with their professors, sorta like in high school.
Your decision to make HPU your learning community is an excellent one! In preparation for your arrival and the start of the academic year, use the checklist as a guide to ease your transition to HPU. We are excited you are here, and will be available throughout your first-year.
STEP 1: Complete Pre-Registration Items
- Mail in the "Intent to Enroll" Form and $200 Registration Deposit
Note: Deposit is non-refundable after May 1st for Fall/Summer terms and after December 1st for Winter/Spring terms. - Submit Official Final Transcripts
- Activate your HPU Pipeline Account
- Finalize Financial Aid, VA Paperwork, and/or Scholarships
- Submit Medical Record Form (Measles Immunizations, TB Clearance, Insurance)
- Find Housing (if applicable)
If you are an International Student, get your Pre-Departure Checklist.
STEP 2: Complete Registration Items
- Read the New Student’s Guide to Registration
- Take your Math and/or English Placement Tests (if applicable)
- Register for Classes with an Academic Advisor
- Participate in a STARS event - Student Transition Advising and Registration
- Suggested First-Year Courses
- Sign up for a First-Year Seminar or Global Learning Experience (For Freshmen Students)
- View the How to Register Online Using Pipeline Webinar or Participate in a Reginar
- Learn more about resources for Transfer Students
STEP 3: Complete Post-Registration Items
- Register for New Student Orientation (Undergraduate Students)
- Fall New Student Orientation (New students enrolled in the summer & fall terms.)
- Spring New Student Orientation (New students enrolled in the winter & spring terms.)
- Preference your Commuter Assistant
- Participate in HPU Reads: Common Book Program
- Purchase Books at the HPU Bookstore (Downtown Campus or Hawai'i Loa Campus)
- Get your HPU Student ID Card (UniCard)
- Downtown Campus (1164 Bishop Street, Ste. 216)
- Hawai'i Loa Campus: Educational Technology Center (Academic Center, 3rd floor)
- Prepare for your Departure
- Additional Items
- Set up a local bank account
- Become familiar with stores, malls, and farmers markets
- Participate in the Off-Campus Meal Plan (OCMP) Program
- Get Involved!
- Participate in Programs & Activities
- Understand Your Student Rights & Responsibilities
If you are an International Student, get your After Arrival Checklist. You will also need to attend a Check-In Session.
