Getting Started Checklist

Follow our new graduate student checklist below to prepare for your graduate journey at UNO. Upon completion of this checklist, you will be ready for your first semester as a graduate student.

1. Access Your Accounts
   

   Your NUID and NetID allow you access to a variety of different accounts, online systems and services, and are used throughout your entire enrollment at UNO. To look up your NUID and NetID, visit UNO TrueYou. If you need assistance while setting up your accounts, reach out to the MavTECH Help Center.

2. Setup Duo Two Factor Authentication
   

   Duo is a two-factor authentication app that you will need to login to your accounts. Visit the University of Nebraska System online knowledge base for setup instructions.  

3. Bookmark my.unomaha.edu

   Bookmark my.unomaha.edu where you’ll find some of the most frequently visited pages on our website such as MavLINK, UNO email, and Canvas. Plus, you can explore other online services offered to UNO students.

4. Get your MavCARD

   Your MavCARD is your official UNO ID Card. You can get your MavCARD online or in person once you’ve enrolled in at least one (1) class. MavCARD Services is located in the Milo Bail Student Center, 2nd floor, Room 216 and open Monday-Friday from
   8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Use your MavCARD for free rides on any Omaha Metro or ORBT route and for discounts at these local vendors.

5. Connect with Advisor

   If you were admitted to a graduate certificate, master’s, educational specialist, or doctoral program, contact your advisor for guidance on course selection, permit numbers, and advising holds. Advisor contact information is available on your plan of study or via MavLINK under "Contact My Advisor." Students admitted as non-degree or unclassified should consult the appropriate department or college regarding class availability and enrollment.

6. Review Holds

   Review your To-Do List & holds within MavLINK to view items needed to complete your files, such as official transcripts, test scores, or other outstanding items related to your admission. Visit our FAQ page for commonly asked questions about holds.

7. Register for Classes

   Once you have connected with your Advisor and all holds are cleared from your account, you are ready to register for classes. Please visit the Office of the University Registrar online where you can review enrollment dates, search classes, enroll for classes and review helpful resources. The Registrar not only assists students in enrolling for classes but provides transcripts and many other support services.

8. Finalize Funding and Review Tuition, Fees and Payment Processes

   If you haven’t already, take time to finalize your education funding plans and familiarize yourself with UNO’s tuition, fees, and payment processes. Start by exploring UNO’s Office of Financial Support and Scholarships, where you’ll find guidance on completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Additionally, you can find a comprehensive list of funding resources for affording your graduate education at UNO on the Graduate Studies website.

9. Review Student Resources

   You will not want to skip this one! There is an abundance of support available to you as a Maverick. We invite you to familiarize yourself with the student resources available to you at UNO.

10. New Graduate Student Orientation

    The Office of Graduate Studies offers a virtual orientation throughout the academic year via Canvas. We highly encourage all newly admitted students to review the Canvas modules. Graduate Assistants also have access to an additional orientation module. Additionally, newly admitted graduate students, non-degree-seeking students and graduate assistants are invited to join us in August for our in-person welcome event.

Upon completion of this checklist, you will be ready for your first semester as a graduate student. Our support does not end here though. Be sure and check out the student support links below to fully prepare yourself before your first semester begins. And visit our Current Students tab to stay plugged in to the support available to you during your time at UNO as a graduate student.

International Students

If you are an international student, all official transcripts/course-by-course transcript evaluations, exam scores, copies of your passport, and a completed financial affidavit are required before Visa (I-20) documents are issued.

Student Support Links

Navigating Campus

• Getting around campus
• Connecting to campus WiFi
• Campus dining options
• UNO buildings and maps
• Inclusive facilities
• Parking and transit services

Housing

• Off-campus housing

Getting Involved at UNO

• UNO Events Calendar
• Student Organizations

Getting Settled in Omaha

• Explore Omaha
• Aksarben Village
• Omaha Public Library 

Student Services

• Accessibility Services
• Criss Library
• Reserve a study room or apply for graduate carrel
• Subject librarians
• Health Services
• Military and Veterans Services
• Speech Center
• Writing Center

Student Health and Wellbeing

• Campus Recreation and Wellness
• Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)
• Maverick Food Pantry
• Student Leadership, Involvement and Inclusion