1. Admission to the University (If already admitted, go to step #2)
Graduate Students (Admissions Portal: https://mygradschool.jsums.edu/)
For other questions, contact the Division of Graduate Studies (https://www.jsums.edu/graduateschool/graduate-school-staff/)
2. Advisement and Course Selections (If classes already selected, go to step #3)
a) Graduate Students. (Contact the major department in which your degree program is housed)
b) Non-degree seeking graduate students (Contact the major department in which desired courses are offered)
3. Financial Aid
a) To view your award and Accept Your Loan Offer, go to www.jsums.edu and click on JSU PAWS. Log in using your User ID and PIN, then click on Financial Aid, next click on AWARD and select Award Year 19-20and follow the instructions.
b) If you have not applied for financial aid, you may apply on line at www.FAFSA.ed.gov (JSU School code: 002410)
c) You may obtain Financial Aid assistance (if needed) from the Financial Aid Office located on the first floor in B.F. Roberts Halls. (601)979-2227
4. Residence Life
- The Fall 2020 housing application for new and transfer students open March 23, 2020, at 9:00 a.m. and closes on June 29, 2020, at 5:00 p.m.
- All new students (first-time freshmen, first-time transfers, and Graduate Students) must pay a $100 non-refundable housing application fee before your application is processed. Please visits this website for all application information: https://www.jsums.edu/housing/application_procedures/
- For assistance in completing the housing application, visit our “How to Apply” page: https://www.jsums.edu/housing/how-to-apply/
- For assistance in selecting a room, visit our “ How to Select a Room” page: https://www.jsums.edu/housing/how-to-select-a-room/
- If you are experiencing issues with your housing application, please email us at housinginfo@jsums.edu
5. Food Service/meal plans, if needed (Location: 1st floor, New Student Center)
a) If you would like to add or change your dining plan, please call 601-979-0441,0846 or stop by the Student Services office next to the UPS Store, 1st floor, New Student Center
b) Additional fees may apply. Money can be added to your Super Card or Tiger Bucks account at any time.
6. Completing Registration
a) Accepting your loans (Complete Registration Instructions)
b) Payment Plan (Complete Registration Instructions) Not available during Intersession semesters.
c) See a cashier to make a payment (Location: 2nd Floor,B.F. Roberts Hall) (601)979-2097
or make a payment online, if needed.
d) See a Student Accounts Receivable Counselor, if needed. (Location: 2nd Floor, B.F. Roberts Hall) (601)979-2216
e) Intersession students should follow steps c and d above to complete registration.
7. Vehicle Decal
a) Pay for Decal in The Business Office (Location: 2nd Floor, B.F. Roberts Hall)
b) Provide current proof of insurance and License Plate Number. (Location: Student Center, 3rd Floor)
c) Pick-up decal (Location: Student Center, 3rd Floor) (601)979-2407
8. I.D. Card
a) ID Card photo and pick-up (new students) (Location: Student Center, 3rd Floor) (601)979-2407 or 5807
9. Add Charges
a) Supercard/Book Voucher, Parking Decal etc. (Complete Registration Instructions)
b) Some students may need to see a Cashier (601) 979-2097