The Quick Guide
Welcome to campus! Here are a few easy but crucial steps to help you get set for the year ahead.
STEP 1: Claim your NetID
Your NetID will give you access to campus services, including e-mail and file storage. New students should visit the NetID claiming Web site at http://netidclaim.uiuc.edu/ three to five days after you have been notified of your admission to the Graduate College. You will need to enter in your University ID Number (UIN), Admit ID, date of birth, and last name. The UIN and Admit ID were provided to you in your Official Notice of Admission letter. After you have set up your Net ID and password, you will be able to link to the Enterprise ID page.
STEP 2: Set up your EnterpriseID
Your EnterpriseID may look the same as your NetID; however, the passwords for each of these are set separately. The EnterpriseID allows access to the statewide University of Illinois administrative system for official records in UI Integrate Self-Service, including course registration, financial aid, and billing. You will need your NetID and NetID password to set up your EnterpriseID password. Go to http://apps.uillinois.edu/selfservice to set up your EnterpriseID, and follow the steps for first-time users.
STEP 3: Set up your Exchange Email Account
Exchange is a service used for email, calendaring, and contact and task management at the University of Illinois and is vital for receiving emails and information from the University. As a new Graduate Student to the University, you must set up the Exchange account.
STEP 4: Verify Personal Information in UI-Integrate Self-Service
Once you have established your EnterpriseID, use it to log into the online UI-Integrate Self-Service at
https://apps.uillinois.edu/selfservice and verify your personal information, such as your contact information.
Keeping this information up-to-date is extremely important and ensures proper delivery of important documents.
STEP 5: Get your i-card
Your i-card is your official University of Illinois photo ID. It also works as your bus pass to ride the Mass Transit District (MTD) and your library card. Visit the ID Center in the Illini Union Bookstore, www.icard.uillinois.edu.
STEP 6: Complete Payroll Information in NESSIE (if necessary)
Students with assistantships, traineeships, and fellowships will need to complete payroll information in an online system called NESSIE New Hire. For assistants, your department will provide you with the URL and give you a password to do this. You will not be paid until information in NESSIE is complete.
STEP 7: Register for Classes
Meet with your adviser and then use UI-Integrate Self-Service to register for classes. Always register early and check your registration to make sure it is current and accurate. A list of courses currently offered is available online at www.courses.illinois.edu/schedule.
STEP 8: Visit the University Student Financial Services & Cashier Operations (USFSCO) Web Site
USFSCO is the office responsible for billing all activity that appears on your student account, such as tuition, fees, room and board charges and credits. Please visit our web site at http://paymybill.uillinois.edu to familiarize yourself with important information regarding your student account and payment options, as well as important due dates.
STEP 9: Buy Textbooks
Illini Union Bookstore (IUB), corner of Wright and Daniel, Champaign, 333-2050, www.uofibookstore.illinois.edu
Follett's, corner of Wright and Green, Champaign, 356-1368, www.efollett.com/
T.I.S. College Bookstore, 707 S. Sixth, Champaign, 337-4900, www.tisbook.com
STEP 10: Have a Great Year!
The Graduate College is here to help. You can contact us at grad@illinois.edu or (217) 333-0035.