Spring Connect Students

• Your Unity ID is an electronic identification key that allows you to access all of your records and services while associated with NC State. You need your Unity ID and password to access your email and campus services (e.g., eBilling, financial aid, Registration and Records) available via MyPack Portal at https://mypack.ncsu.edu.
• To obtain your Unity ID, log in to https://wolfpaw.ncsu.edu/ with your wolfPAW username and password. You will see your Unity ID Credentials (ID and Password) listed on the main page.
• Your  Unity ID password is initially set to a default value. That is an 8 digit number composed of the last four digits of your ID number (found on the wolfPAW page) followed by your two-digit birth month and two-digit birthday (mmdd).
• Before you can log in to anything, you must set up security questions and create a new, more secure, password for your account. Please follow the instructions below:
  • Visit go.ncsu.edu/initialpassword 
  • Keep your password private. It is against university policy to share this information with anyone, including a parent or legal guardian.

Website: https://oit.ncsu.edu/my-it/unity-credentials/
Phone: 919.515.HELP (4357) (NC State Help Desk)

Students are required to enroll in Two-Factor Authentication to protect your data.  NC State supports two services:  Google 2-Step Verification for Google accounts, and Duo for Shibboleth-connected services like MyPack Portal and Wolfware. Visit go.ncsu.edu/2fa for more information.

Website: help.ncsu.edu
Phone: 919.515.HELP (4357) (NC State Help Desk)

The Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid (OSFA) assists students with applying for and securing financial assistance.  You will be offered the best funding options available to you depending upon the timing of your application for aid, your level of financial need, and availability funding.

Financial Aid: (*not applicable to international students) Financial aid is awarded on a first come first served basis. Submit your FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) as soon as possible to maximize your eligibility for grants and scholarships. Complete the FAFSA at https://fafsa.gov.

Scholarships: Once you are offered acceptance to NC State University, you can begin applying for scholarships via our scholarship portal, PackASSIST.  Students entering in the Spring 2024 semester can apply for scholarships at any time, but will only be eligible for scholarships beginning in the 2023-2024 academic year (i.e. beginning in the Fall 2023 semester). For more information, including deadlines, and to log on using your unity credentials, visit the Pack Assist website.

Website: https://go.ncsu.edu/financialaid
Phone: 919.515.NCSU (6278) (Scholarships and Financial Aid)
Email: financialaid@ncsu.edu

Consider connecting with NC State before you begin in the spring 2024 semester through optional transition programs like Prague Connect and Summer Start.

• Summer Start Program: Get a jump start on your NC State experience by participating in Summer Start. This program takes place from June 21 to August 2 and allows you to take classes while becoming familiar with the university. Learn more and sign up to participate by May 5, 2022 on the Summer Start website. 
• Prague Connect Program: Apply to participate in Prague Connect, a Fall 2023 study abroad program created specifically for Spring Connect students. Participants will earn 14 NC State credit hours while gaining valuable international experience and building relationships before stepping foot on campus. Learn more on the Prague Connect website.

Now that you are part of the Pack, you need to get to know us better.

• Follow NC State on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram (@ncstate)
• Follow New Student Programs on Twitter and Instagram (@ncstatensp)

• Your NC State email account, UnityID@ncsu.edu, is available after you have confirmed your enrollment and your advanced enrollment deposit (AED) has been processed (typically within 48 hours).
• Once your AED payment is processed (typically within 48 hours of payment) sync your Unity account password with your new NC State Google account by visiting go.ncsu.edu/passwordsync.  
• To log in to your NC State email account visit How do I access my NCSU email.
  • NC State is a Google campus, which means our communication and collaboration is powered by Google. 
• Official communications, including from professors, are sent to your NC State email account, so check it regularly. 
• Your NC State email account is provided to you for university business. Be mindful about personal use, such as social media and banking, and link these accounts to a personal email address instead. If you do not have a personal address, you can create a free email account at gmail.com.
• Authorized users may access University IT resources for occasional, inconsequential personal uses, with no expectation of privacy. Review Personal Use of IT Resources.

Website: help.ncsu.edu
Phone: 919.515.HELP (4357) (NC State Help Desk)

All students will be required to create a four-digit Personal Identification Number (PIN) in MyPack Portal in order to access student financial and academic records via phone.

• Log in to MyPack Portal.
• Go to Student Homepage > Personal Information tile > Student PIN. Detailed instructions are available at https://studentservices.ncsu.edu/your-resources/privacy/student-pin/.
• To learn more about your academic records and the laws that protect them, visit https://policies.ncsu.edu/regulation/reg-11-00-01.

Website: https://studentservices.ncsu.edu/your-resources/privacy/student-pin/

Updating Personal Email – The university’s primary method of communication with you before January 2024 will be emailing the personal email address you have on file with Admissions. Update your email address in your wolfPAW account, particularly if it is a high school email that may expire after graduation.

Updating Address or Phone Number – It is very important that your address and phone information are kept current with the university.

• Log in to MyPack Portal. Go to Student Self Service > Personal Information > Address or Contact Details.
• Sign up to receive WolfAlert emergency text messages, which may be sent during campus safety emergencies

Updating Preferred or Non-Legal Name – While a person’s legal name is used by default, NC State University recognizes that, as a community, many of its members use names other than their legal names to identify themselves. If you designate a ‘Preferred Name’, it will appear instead of the legal name in many university systems and documents (e.g., your Wolfpack One Card).

• Log in to MyPack Portal > Student Homepage > Personal Information tile > Select the ‘Preferred Name’ line > Edit the ‘First Name’ box > Select ‘Save’
• Learn more about the ‘Preferred or Non-Legal Name’ system on the Student Services Center website

Updating Preferred or Non-Legal Name – While a person’s legal name is used by default, NC State University recognizes that, as a community, many of its members use names other than their legal names to identify themselves. If you designate a ‘Preferred Name’, it will appear instead of the legal name in many university systems and documents (e.g., your Wolfpack One Card).

Official SAT, ACT, AP, and IB scores should be submitted to NC State by July 15.

All scores must be received directly from the testing agency. Undergraduate Admissions does not accept scores from high school or college transcripts.

NC State’s AP Code is 5496. A full list of the AP/IB credit policies at NC State is available online: https://admissions.ncsu.edu/credit-opportunities.

Website: https://admissions.ncsu.edu/
Phone: 919.515.2434 (Undergraduate Admissions)
Email: undergrad-admissions@ncsu.edu

Requests to change your program of acceptance must be submitted to Undergraduate Admissions prior to July 1 for consideration. Due to your enrollment beginning in the spring semester, opportunities for a program change are limited and considered on a space available basis. There are some programs that do not allow spring entry.

Website: https://admissions.ncsu.edu/
Phone: 919.515.2434 (Undergraduate Admissions)
Email: undergrad-admissions@ncsu.edu

Students can choose to attend another community college or university before enrolling at NC State in the spring. If you do want to take classes, we encourage you to consider an NC Community College.

You should contact the NC State academic department you’ve been admitted into for advising on course selection prior to registration at another institution.

Spring Connect students have the flexibility to choose between a number of opportunities prior to beginning classes in the Spring 2023 semester. You may choose to do an internship, work, take classes at another college or university, volunteer, travel or participate in a personal enrichment opportunity. Whatever you decide – we’d like to know. Log in to your wolfPAW account and let us know what you plan to do before enrolling at NC State by July 15. As you are making your plans, we encourage you to consider the following:

• Students can choose to attend another community college or university before enrolling at NC State in the spring. If you do want to take classes, we encourage you to consider an NC Community College. You should contact the NC State academic department you’ve been admitted into for advising on course selection prior to registration at another institution. 
• Consider optional NC State transition programs like Prague Connect or Summer Start.

Website: https://admissions.ncsu.edu/
Phone: 919.515.2434 (Undergraduate Admissions)
Email: undergrad-admissions@ncsu.edu

Contact the Disability Resource Office (DRO) should you require accommodations due to a disability (e.g. physical, mental health, learning, etc.).

Website: https://dso.dasa.ncsu.edu
Phone: 919.515.7653 (Disability Resource Office)
Email: disability@ncsu.edu

Spring Connect students are assigned priority spring semester course registration times taking place mid-late October 2023. You must complete virtual academic advising in early-mid October before you can register for classes.

Advising processes for your college or program will be available online in September 2023.

To ensure you are registered in the appropriate courses, placement/skills assessments are offered – and some required – in certain subjects such as math, English, chemistry, and foreign languages. It is recommended to complete these assessments by October 6 so they are completed before advising and course registration.

• Chemistry Placement – Online Exam
• First-Year Writing Placement – Students will look at a first-year writing placement chart online to determine if they are exempt from the first-year writing requirement or if they should complete the online, directed self-placement assessment.
• Foreign Language Placement – Online Test
• Math Placement – Online Test

To learn more about these assessments, visit the placement testing webpage. If you have further questions about whether you should take a test, contact an academic advisor in your college or program.

NC State and University Housing are committed to the academic success of our students and the first year live-on requirement is one way we actively support that commitment. University Housing also understands that starting your university journey mid-year can provide unique challenges for students as well as University Housing. Spring Connect students are strongly encouraged to apply to live on campus or they will need to submit a live-on appeal request.

University Housing will email Spring Connect students in early October with details about the application. On-campus assignments will be made based on space availability in early November.

Website: https://housing.ncsu.edu/
Phone: 919.515.2440 (University Housing)
Email: housing@ncsu.edu

NC State’s award-winning dining program offers a variety of food options that are convenient, fresh, diverse and delicious. From traditional all-you-care-to-eat dining halls to a mix of restaurants, cafes and convenience stores, our program is designed to meet the unique needs and taste of our student body. Whether you live on campus or commute, NC State Dining offers a variety of meal plans that can be tailored to your specific needs. All first-year students (students entering college for the first time) living in on-campus housing are required to have a meal plan. To compare meal plan options and sign up, visit to dining.ncsu.edu. Students assigned to University Towers (UT) are required to take the UT plan. Students who also want to eat on campus can pay with credit/debit and cash, use All Campus or supplement with a Commuter plan.

Students entering in Spring 2024 can sign up for meals plans in mid-October.

Website: https://dining.ncsu.edu/
Phone: 1.800.701.4940 (NC State Dining)

North Carolina Law requires that NC State students submit proof of immunizations to Student Health Services within 30 days of registration of classes at NC State University. For more information on the requirements, exceptions, exemptions and how to submit records visit https://healthypack.dasa.ncsu.edu/health-records/immunizationtb-compliance/

In addition to submitting immunization records, students are required to complete a Health History Form and TB Questionnaire. Both can be found on the HealthyPackPortal (https://sso.medicatconnect.com)

Website: https://healthypack.dasa.ncsu.edu/health-records/immunizationtb-compliance/
Phone: 919.515.2563 (Student Health Services)

At NC State, course registration for Spring Connect students is completed using the online MyPack Portal system and can only be completed after completing virtual academic advising.

Spring Connect students are assigned priority course registration times for spring 2024 semester taking place mid-late October 2023. Advising information will be emailed to students in September 2023.

To ensure timely registration and the greatest course availability, you should follow instructions from your advisor, as well as meet the deadlines for placement testing and submission of transcripts and AP/IB scores.

Some or all instructional formats for all or part of the spring 2024 semester may change due to the public health emergency caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. As has always been the case, tuition and fees are charged at the beginning of the semester and will remain in place regardless of any changes in instructional format. Tuition and fees will not be refunded in the event that instructional format changes for any part of the 2023-24 academic year.

Students and parents who have been granted access* will use MyPack Portal to view eBILLs and other student account information. Bills are not mailed. You must make a payment, have a sufficient payment plan or have adequate approved and accepted financial aid prior to the deadline. Your first bill will be posted in early-November 2023 and is due in early-December 2023.

• Student account information is on the Student Homepage, select the Student Accounts tile.  Items are listed on the left.
• Tuition and Fees must be paid by the date posted on your billing statement to avoid class schedule cancellation. Fall billing is in July and spring billing is in November.
• *Grant parental access to student accounts through the MyPack Portal.  Details are at go.ncsu.edu/parentaccess
• Sign up for direct deposit through MyPack Portal to receive refunds.  Details are at go.ncsu.edu/directdeposit
• Learn more about billing and payment options by visiting go.ncsu.edu/billing
• Reduce your debt by enrolling in a monthly payment plan at go.ncsu.edu/mpp
• Waive or enroll in the NC State Insurance plan (if you don’t waive, you will automatically be enrolled and billed). Learn more at go.ncsu.edu/insurance
• If you decide not to attend NC State University you must notify Undergraduate Admissions (undergrad-admissions@ncsu.edu) no later than the first day of classes. You must also drop your classes and cancel your housing and dining plan if applicable. You will be responsible for all charges on your account including any charges for late cancellations.

Website: https://studentservices.ncsu.edu
Phone: 919.515.NCSU (6278) (Cashier’s Office)
Email: studentaccounts@ncsu.edu

Per the UNC Board of Governors, students must show evidence of existing creditable insurance coverage (coverage under another health plan), purchase a private insurance plan or enroll in the NC State-sponsored plan (Student Blue). Established students will be able to enroll or waive the insurance beginning sometime between mid-November and early December 2023 for the spring 2024 semester. Students will receive an email when the forms are available.

• Students who do not waive out and decide to purchase the NC State-sponsored plan will be billed through their student account each semester.
• Visit HealthyPack (https://healthypack.dasa.ncsu.edu/insurance-and-billing/) for eligibility information and for more detailed information regarding insurance.
• To waive or enroll the Student Blue Plan visit https://studentblue.bcbsnc.com/ncsu/Account/Authenticate?tab=Login

Website: https://healthypack.dasa.ncsu.edu/insurance-and-billing/
Phone: 919.515.2563 (Student Health Services)

Orientation for first-year students beginning in Spring 2024 will be held in-person on Friday, January 5, 2024.

Parents and family members are also highly encouraged to attend Family Orientation. The program runs in conjunction with your Orientation session and is designed to introduce families to the academic programs and services available at NC State.

Website: https://newstudents.dasa.ncsu.edu/orientation/
Phone: 919.515.1234 (New Student Programs)
Email: new-students@ncsu.edu

Parking on campus requires a valid NC State Parking Permit. Permits are sold online beginning mid-November for spring semester.  Eligibility to purchase a permit is based on a student’s credit hours on file with Registration and Records. You can verify your credit hours by checking the Total Units section of your Degree Audit in MyPack Portal. Freshmen may purchase a parking permit, but options will be very limited. Most freshmen will only be eligible to RS-Resident Storage (Centennial Campus) which is served by Wolfline, the University’s transit service. 

Alternative transportation options include:

• Wolfline campus bus system
• City/regional transit
• Lime Scooter share program
• Personal Bicycle (registration mandatory, but free)
• Park-and-Ride Lots (permit mandatory, but free)

Website: https://transportation.ncsu.edu
Phone: 919.515.3424 (Transportation)

You can give your parent or guardian online access to view your financial (billing/payment) and academic information (schedule/grades):

• Log in to MyPack Portal. Go to Main Menu > Student Self Service > Campus Personal Information > Parent/Guardian Access. Detailed instructions are available: https://studentservices.ncsu.edu/your-resources/privacy/parent-access/
• To learn more about your academic records and the laws that protect them, visit https://policies.ncsu.edu/regulation/reg-11-00-01

After you register for your spring semester courses, you can submit a photo for your student ID card. Visit the Photo Upload webpage and follow the instructions to upload a photo for your Wolfpack One Card student ID. Your card will be available for pick up when you arrive on campus. Please watch your campus email for pick up details close to the semester beginning.

Website: https://onecard.ncsu.edu/photo-upload/
Phone: 919.515.3030
Email: wolfpack-one-card@ncsu.edu

Most students bring a laptop or other computer when they come to NC State. Be sure to review the computer specifications at https://go.ncsu.edu/comp-specs and check with your individual department or college before purchasing your computer. The Bookstore offers laptops from Apple, Lenovo, and Dell. Each model is custom configured to meet or exceed the University’s minimum requirements for student laptop purchases. Each model qualifies for education discounts, technical support, and warranty repair from the OIT Walk-In Center.

Website: https://go.ncsu.edu/ncsubookstore_computers
Phone: 919.515.2161 (NC State Bookstores)
Email: bookstore@ncsu.edu

You must submit an official final transcript from all institutions you attended prior to enrolling at NC State. If you take classes at another institution in summer or fall 2023, you will need to submit an official final transcript by January 4, 2024.

Contact your school to have your transcript sent electronically or by mail to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions.

Website: https://admissions.ncsu.edu/
Phone: 919.515.2434 (Undergraduate Admissions)
Email: undergrad-admissions@ncsu.edu

The Code of Student Conduct serves as the basis for student behavioral expectations at NC State.  It contains information related to the university’s jurisdiction over student behavior, academic and non-academic violations, sanctions available when a violation occurs, and information regarding interim suspension. Academic violations include cheating, plagiarism, or aiding another to cheat or plagiarize.  Non-academic violations vary widely and include rules concerning alcohol, drugs, infliction or threat of bodily harm, vandalism, disorderly conduct, sexual and racial harassment, sexual assault, and more. All students are strongly encouraged to read and understand the Code of Student Conduct.

Website: https://studentconduct.dasa.ncsu.edu/
Phone: 919.515.2963 (Office of Student Conduct)
Email: studentconduct@ncsu.edu

After you have registered for your classes, go to MyPack Portal https://mypack.ncsu.edu or to the NC State Bookstore’s website and order your textbooks. All you will need is your student ID to view your textbook list and order your books. The Bookstore offers a robust online ordering system that includes online price comparison, textbook rental, ebooks and textbook buyback. Students eligible for financial aid may also order their books online and the bill will be sent directly to the University Cashier’s Office.

Website: https://go.ncsu.edu/textbooks
Phone:  919.515.2161 (NC State Bookstores)
Email: bookstore@ncsu.edu

As part of NC State’s commitment to fostering a healthy and inclusive environment, all new first-year and transfer students are required to complete online trainings before the stated deadline below, before their first semester. Online education courses cover topics including:

• Alcohol education (required for students under age 21)
• Hazing prevention
• Sexual assault prevention (Title IX)

The courses will be available and emailed to you in early December. When they are available, visit go.ncsu.edu/required-ed for instructions on completing the online trainings, and complete the trainings by the following dates:

• Deadline for students beginning in Spring 2024: January 9, 2024 (Note: The deadline to complete Alcohol-Wise Part 2 is February 9, 2024)

Website:  https://prevention.dasa.ncsu.edu/required-education/
Phone: 919.515.4405 (Jeff Fay, Module Coordinator)
Email: prevention-services@ncsu.edu (Jeff Fay, Module Coordinator)

On-Campus Housing move-in will take place January 5-7, 2024 before classes begin on January 8. Additional details are available on the University Housing website.

Website: https://housing.ncsu.edu/
Phone: 919.515.2440 (University Housing)
Email: housing@ncsu.edu

Get excited for Winter Welcome Week, the official kick off to the spring semester! Over 100 events and activities will take place January 5-13, 2024 to help you get acclimated and build your Pack at NC State.

Website:  https://newstudents.dasa.ncsu.edu/winterwelcomeweek/
Phone: 919.515.1234 (New Student Programs)
Email: new-students@ncsu.edu

Be careful about what information you share on all of your devices and never share your password with anyone, even your parents.

• Phishing attacks are common on campus. Delete all messages requesting your password or other personal information. Note that the NC State Help Desk will never ask you for your password.
• Be wary of messages that sound too good to be true, such as unsolicited job offers or prize drawings you did not enter.
• Password-protect all devices, including smartphones and tablets. Install reputable anti-malware protection and apply software patches and updates as soon as possible.
• Register your devices with the campus WiFi network, eduroam. Visit wifi.ncsu.edu for more information.

Website: https://oit.ncsu.edu/it-security/safe-computing
Website: help.ncsu.edu
Phone: 919.515.HELP (4357) (NC State Help Desk)

The Wolfpack One Card is the official ID card at NC State. You will have an opportunity to get your One Card when you move-in. If you haven’t already, visit the Photo Upload webpage at onecard.ncsu.edu and follow the instructions to upload a photo for your Wolfpack One Card student ID.

You can use your One Card to:

• Make on-campus purchases through the All Campus debit account
• Access your meal plan
• Enter your residence hall and other buildings with restricted access
• Work out at the gym
• Check out a book at the library
• Access your residence hall laundry account
• Link your PNC debit account to your ID card

Website: https://onecard.ncsu.edu/
Phone: 919.515.3090 (One Card Office)