The year is almost over, and it is time to gear up for the new semester. Some may be asking how, well that is where ‘Canes Central is here to help. Our aim is for students to focus on their academic endeavors, which can be accomplished by anticipating important events and proactively completing administrative responsibilities.
This Spring 2024 Preparation Guide is designed to provide you with the information you need to transition into the Spring semester seamlessly. Get the “Word” around campus by thoroughly reviewing the information below and acting now so you can focus on your academics from Day 1.
Charges will be populated onto the Spring 2024 bill throughout the week, and billing notices have a projected release date of 12/11/24. Click here.
Click “Account Activity” to review charges and credits, and complete steps to finalize payment arrangements. Click here.
While fee requirements vary by academic career, optional fees require timely action on behalf of students (e.g., 1/10/24 is the deadline for new Spring 2023 admits to waive the University’s health insurance plan). Click here.
Learn when and how to submit 529 and check payments to the University. Click here.
Check out available payment methods and review the next steps. Click here.
Review your cost of attendance in CaneLink to see if your tuition category reflects your actual tuition charges, and, if not, submit the 2023-2024 Grad/Law Tuition COA Request Form if you wish to pursue additional aid. Click here.
You only need your 2022 taxes to easily submit the new FAFSA and meet this deadline! Click here. The 2024-2025 FAFSA application is scheduled to open on December 31st but the priority date will remain the same. Get prepared now to be able to submit in time.
Also, keep in mind that the FAFSA application has changed. Any questions that you have concerning the application, please reach out to studentaid.gov customer service for assistance.
Federal aid cannot apply to all charges without the completion of these permissions so a refund may be issued. Click here.
Aid will be listed on the bill as anticipated until disbursement begins, which typically begins 10 days before the start of the semester, and/or pending documents are completed. Click here.
Utilize this resource to understand if and how you can revise your federal and/or private loans. Click here.
Our recommendation is to leverage swap instead of waitlist because enrollment affects billing and aid. Click here.
Review and record these important dates to meet add/drop deadlines, application for graduation deadlines, etc. Click here.
Only persons designated by students who complete the proxy verification process can access students’ records. Click here.
Check your UM email and, when prompted, submit your ID photo online by the 1/3/24 deadline. Click here. Further communication will continue weekly until photos have been submitted. Cane card pickup locations will be sent after the deadline.
Replenish your funds and treat yourself to something on-campus during Fall finals or Spring classes. Click here.
Learn more about parking color restrictions, shuttle availability, etc. for the Winter break. Click here.
Begin the new year with a new on-campus job; apply now! Click here.
Review the “Money Talks” schedule and add sessions to your planner today. Click here.
Our dedicated team of Associates and Student Assistants are here to assist you with all your registration and records, billing and payment, financial aid, and ’Cane Card inquiries as you prepare for Spring 2024. If you don’t find the answers to your questions above, check out our 5 Ways to Connect and reach out any time.New Team Members
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