For Students

Student Responsibilities:

Use your SIU Email account and check it daily
Meet with your Academic Advisor each semester and enroll in classes soon after registration opens
Communicate to your advisor any situation that creates challenges for your academic performance, then utilize recommended resources
Note: Students may be ineligible for financial support programs if they do not follow through with recommendations made by a member of their success team
Create and update your Degree Plan with your Academic Advisor
Participate in career development activities to prepare for life after graduation
Respond to questionnaires and assessments to provide information and feedback about your university experience
Proactively manage and take responsibility for your Academic Success.

Academic Success is defined as:

Registration Resources
Academic Calendar

Registration and Drop Deadlines

Registration Q&A

Schedule Information

Changing your Information

Self Service Registration Guide
Parents and Families
In order to protect the student's right to privacy, information regarding your student cannot be disclosed by advisors, faculty, staff and administrators without the student's authorization according to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).

FERPA form to be completed by students

Review the Incoming Student Checklist here.
Claim your network ID and get familiar with SalukiNet.
Meet with your academic advisor. PREPARE FOR ADVISEMENT PDF
Schedule a New Student Orientation and submit your Housing Contract (if taking courses on campus).
Enroll in classes once registration opens. You will receive an email after the previous step is complete.
Send academic advisor your in-progress coursework and anticipated AP or Dual Credit before your appointment.
Take math placement exam, located in MyCourses if required by your academic unit at least 2 days before your appointment.
Develop the practice of checking your SIU email account often after you register for classes.
Submit the immunization compliance form (usually available 90 days before semester begins).
Send in your final transcript(s).

Review the academic requirements for your major
Access your Degree Works plan and audit
Meet with your advisor to discuss second semester classes
Access the websites for Academic Coaching, the Writing Center, and the Tutoring Center
Attend the Student Involvement Fair
Engage in academic discussions with instructors outside the classroom

Monitor course progress in Degree Works
Explore career options, graduate school, or professional school relating to your program and interests
Meet with your advisor to discuss goal, class, or program changes
File FAFSA every fall
Apply for scholarships every fall

Apply for graduation before the deadline to avoid additional fees
Schedule time with the Career Development Center to assess your job search needs
Check your Degree Works audit; alert your advisor to concerns