NEXT STEPS FOR
ACCEPTED STUDENTS
AUGUST 13
IBMS New Student Orientation
AUGUST 24
First Day of Fall Classes
*The next steps for accepted international students differ from those listed here. If you are an international student, click the link below to view your next steps.
First Steps
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Complete the Intent to Enroll form so we know you’re coming. No payment is necessary to complete your Intent to Enroll form. You must view your acceptance letter in the Status Update tab before you’ll have access to complete the Intent to Enroll form.
1. Set up Your CampusID
You will use your CampusID to log in to just about everything.
Your CampusID is different from your Panther number. Your Panther number is the nine-digit number located on your acceptance letter. It will take about 48–72 hours before you can use your new CampusID to access the student systems.
2. Set up PantherMail
Get your Georgia State student email address (@student.gsu.edu). You’ll use this email account for all communications with the university.
If you have been award a Graduate Research Assistantship (GRA) appointment, you also have a Georgia State employee email address (@gsu.edu). Please be sure to check both inboxes frequently.
3. Log in to Panther Access to Web Services (PAWS)
PAWS is your online portal to student accounts, housing, orientation and more.
Log in to PAWS using your CampusID
While you're there, check out the New Students tab. View your student record under the Enrollment tab. Click the Campus Resources tab for housing information.
Get started with your FAFSA application
(Georgia State's FAFSA Code is 001574)
This application will determine if you’re eligible for all federal and state aid programs. You’re encouraged to submit a FAFSA, even if you think you’re not eligible for federal aid programs, because this application will review your eligibility for the HOPE Scholarship and other financial aid opportunities. You must have a PIN to complete this application.
Note: Your application for financial aid can also verify your citizenship.
Once your FAFSA has been reviewed and processed by Student Financial Services, you may review your financial aid package in PAWS under the Financial Aid tab. You must accept/deny aid as needed. Check your remaining balance due and pay your bill by the deadline.
Financial Aid Office
Phone: 404-413-2600
TTY: 404-413-2281 (Students with hearing impairments only)
Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
In Person: 227/228 Sparks Hall
Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5:15 p.m.
Housing Resources
1. On-campus housing
Georgia State offers limited on-campus housing for graduate students at University Lofts. This option is typically more expensive than most apartments.
2. Apartment Guide
Lists apartment options from property management companies.
3. Atlanta Promove
A company that provides free help with finding apartments.
Save the Date
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IBMS Graduate Student Orientation introduces you to the institute and your colleagues and provides you with a comprehensive overview of your program requirements. Attendance is mandatory for all incoming students.
Date: Thursday, August 13th at 11 a.m.
Agenda includes:
- Cohort Introductions
- Overview of GRA Requirements
- Overview of Program Expectations and Responsibilities
- Building Security
- Q&A with IBMS Human Resources
- Professional Headshots
New Graduate Student Orientation introduces you to The State Way and provides you with a comprehensive overview of the services and resources that Georgia State offers to its graduate community. New Graduate Student Orientation is not mandatory, but it is suggested for those new to Georgia State and Atlanta.
Date: Wednesday, August 12th at 8:30 a.m.
At New Graduate Student Orientation, you'll:
- Get your Panther ID Card
- Manage Parking
- Network with fellow Graduate Students
- Explore Campus
Students will have the opportunity to meet with key campus partners, such as:
- Student Financial Management Center
- Scholarship Resource Center
- Enrollment and Registration Services
- Graduate Student Alliance
- University Library
- International Student and Scholar Services
- Student Health
- Counseling and Testing Center
For an outline of the orientation agenda, please refer to the Graduate School website.
All new F-1/J-1 and transfer F-1 international students are required to attend both the International Orientation and Immigration Check-in. For more information, visit International Student & Scholar Services.
Before Classes Start
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1. Submit an official transcript for each college/university included in your application, as requested by Graduate Admissions.
Mailing Address (U.S.P.S.):
Office of Admissions – Graduate Programs
Georgia State University
P.O. Box 4018
Atlanta, GA 30302
Delivery Address (FedEx, UPS, DHL):
Office of Admissions – Graduate Programs
Georgia State University – Sparks Hall 200
33 Gilmer Street SE
Atlanta, GA 30303
In order to ensure the delivery of your documents, please be sure that you are using the correct mailing address. USPS will ONLY deliver to P.O. Boxes.
Electronic transcripts can be sent to:
gradapplytranscripts@gsu.edu
2. Submit Official GRE scores (if applicable)
Georgia State's institution code is 5251.
All new students must show proof of immunization. Immunization records must be submitted by the first day of classes. Students can request records of their shots from schools that they have previously attended, county health departments, military records or their physician.
Upload Immunization Records to the Student Health Patient Portal
You cannot be registered for courses until you remove all holds applied to your account.
Most students will only have a registration agreement or emergency contact hold.
Holds will be posted on the Enrollment tab in PAWS.
If your PAWS account is blank, please try logging into GOSolar directly.
Once your registration holds have been removed, you will be registered for your required Fall courses. This is a manual process, so your patience is greatly appreciated.
Contact Us
The institute coordinates graduate and undergraduate admissions. Students seeking an undergraduate degree will apply through university admissions and receive additional support from the central office.
Please allow one to three business days for a response to your inquiry.