Congratulations on becoming one of the newest members of the Shenandoah University community!
We know admitted transfer students can easily become overwhelmed by the complexities of the enrollment process at a new school. Please use these Steps to SU to make the transition easier.
2021 Fall Enrollment: August Start
This page is here to help you, follow these steps to complete your Shenandoah University enrollment for Fall 2021!
Transfer Summer Orientation is a fun and exciting day for new transfer students and their families. In addition to meeting other students and families. In addition to meeting other students and families, you’ll learn how to prepare for university life, talk with faculty and staff members, learn about academics, find out what is going on in and around Winchester, learn about campus life and more!
Shenandoah University is staying current with the latest Coronavirus guidelines from health and government leaders and we are planning to welcome you to campus for this exciting event. Transfer Summer Orientation 2021 will be conducted in a highly structured and measured way to protect your safety and the safety of those in our university community. For students and families that will not be able to attend in person, we will have a virtual option for you to be connected and join in!
Transfer Summer Orientation 2021
Registration for Transfer Summer Orientation 2021 will open on Monday, April 19, 2021.
Please note: if you cannot attend in-person or virtual orientation, please register for the virtual orientation. We will be sure to share important information with those students as well. ONLY Nursing Accelerated Second Degree students do NOT need to attend this orientation.
On-Campus Transfer Orientation Date:
Virtual Date/Cannot attend Orientation:
Safety Guidelines
Due to the restrictions put in place by the CDC and government leaders, we are implementing the following guidelines for Summer Orientation attendees:
- Please do not come if you or anyone with you is feeling ill or if you have been exposed to COVID-19.
- Students will only be allowed to bring two additional guests with them to orientation.
- Wellness checks may be conducted prior to your arrival on campus. This is dependent on guidelines set forth at that time. Please check back for additional information.
- All attendees will be required to wear a mask and practice safe social distancing.
The Office of Financial Aid can help families find the resources they need to make the cost of a private university education affordable. Costs are often met by combining the resources of parents and students as well as state, federal, and outside sources.
After you receive and review your full financial aid package, accept it in Hornet Hub online or sign and return a copy of the letter to the Office of Financial Aid by June 1. The earlier this is completed, the smoother the process becomes. For complete Shenandoah University financial aid information visit Financial Aid.
If you haven’t already, please apply for financial aid by completing the 2021-22 Free Application For Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Once you complete the FAFSA, the Office of Financial Aid will evaluate your financial aid eligibility and provide you with a full financial aid package.
Federal School Code: 003737
Phone: (540) 665-4538
Fax: (540) 665-4939
Email: finaid@su.edu
Campus Location: Hornet Central, 2nd floor of the Wilkins Administration Building
Paying your enrollment deposit holds your seat in the incoming class and the program to which you were admitted. This is not an extra expense, your $300 deposit is a credit on your first semester bill.
Your enrollment deposit is due May 1, or two weeks after admission, if admitted after May 1. Deposits accepted after May 1 will be based on program availability.
Submit your deposit now:
- Online on Hornet Hub
- Log in using the username and password on your acceptance letter
- Click on Student Finance Admin
- Click “Make A Payment”
- Check mark the box that says “select” under the heading for your start term: Fall 2021
- Choose your payment method
- Proceed to payment
- Mail your $300 enrollment check to 1460 University Drive, Winchester, VA 22601
- Make payable to “Shenandoah University”
- Call Hornet Central at 540-665-4514
You received directions to access Hornet Hub and Canvas via e-mail shortly after you submitted your application. Check the status of your application, financial aid, billing information and more through Hornet Hub. Access detailed tutorials by clicking the “Tech Support” tab within Canvas or contacting the Help Desk at 540-665-5555 or helpdesk@su.edu.
Residential living is often one of the most dynamic parts of a student’s university experience. First and second-year students are required to reside in campus housing and we have various types of living styles to support our residents throughout their entire academic career. From freshmen to graduate students, our residence halls are designed to meet the unique needs of each population. Please take some time to explore our First Year Housing and Upperclassmen Housing.
New students can apply for housing between March 1 – June 4, 2021 via our Shenandoah University On-Campus Housing Application. For full consideration, you must apply for housing by Friday, June 4, 2021, and students will receive their housing assignments around July 15, 2021.
Questions about housing? Contact the Office of Residence Life at (540) 665-4611 or reslife@su.edu.
Submit transcripts for all work in progress and recently completed coursework to the Office of Admissions.
Academic success is related to your overall health, and the Wilkins Wellness Center is your one-stop hub for health and counseling services. Required health forms and insurance information must be submitted by August 1, 2021.
Health forms can be downloaded from su.edu/healthforms, and once completed, they should be mailed or delivered to the Wilkins Wellness Center. Faxed and emailed copies will not be accepted. Please keep documentation of your submitted health forms for your personal records.
Shenandoah University requires all students to submit their health insurance information online. A postcard from the insurance broker will be mailed to your home address when the insurance website opens for the fall semester. Weekly emails will be sent following the postcard until complete, so each student can submit their proof of insurance or enroll in the student health insurance policy. Review the Health & Insurance Requirements for more information.
Students who do not FULLY complete health forms and insurance information by August 1 will incur late fees.
Questions may be directed to the Wilkins Wellness Center at (540) 665-4530.
**Athletes in fall sports may need to submit their physical form and sickle cell blood test prior to August 1. Please check with your coach to confirm specific dates. Please send all forms including sickle cell test to the Wellness Center. DO NOT GIVE OR SEND ANY HEALTH FORMS TO COACHES.
All new Shenandoah students are registered for their initial classes by their academic dean’s office. Academic offices register students based on their major, curriculum course requirements and course availability. You will need to work with your academic unit to create your class schedule. Students who wish to make changes to their schedule are able to do so during Welcome Week, and the add/drop period.
After the first semester at Shenandoah, students are responsible for course registration with their specific academic advisor.
Transfer Summer Orientation is designed to meet the needs of transfer students, and their families. During your one-day session, you will have the opportunity to meet current and incoming students, learn about academics and campus life. As a new transfer student, you will need to work with your academic unit prior to orientation to create your class schedule, and academic coordinators will be available the morning of orientation for additional advising if necessary.
Shenandoah University is staying current with the latest Coronavirus guidelines from health and government leaders and we are planning to welcome you to campus for this exciting event. Transfer Summer Orientation 2021 will be conducted in a highly structured and measured way to protect your safety and the safety of those in our university community. For students and families that will not be able to attend in person, we will have a virtual option for you to be connected and join in!
If you’re interested in registering for the Transfer Student Summer Orientation, scroll up to the “Register for Transfer Student Summer Orientation” toggle.
On-Campus Transfer Orientation Date:
Friday, August 6, 2021
Virtual Date/Cannot attend Orientation:
Safety Guidelines
Due to the restrictions put in place by the CDC and government leaders, we are implementing the following guidelines for Summer Orientation attendees:
- Please do not come if you or anyone with you is feeling ill or if you have been exposed to COVID-19.
- Students will only be allowed to bring two additional guests with them to orientation.
- Wellness checks may be conducted prior to your arrival on campus. This is dependent on guidelines set forth at that time. Please check back for additional information.
- All attendees will be required to wear a mask and practice safe social distancing.
The tentative 2021 Transfer Summer Orientation schedule will be posted once details are determined. Please know that due to the ever changing guidelines and restrictions due to COVID-19, additional changes may be made to the schedule.
Please reach out to Amy Sine, Assistant Dean of Student Success and Enrollment Management, with any questions you may have at asine@su.edu.
Student Financial Services, a part of Hornet Central, provides your family with financial counseling and payment plan options. Tuition and fees for each semester should be paid by the deadline dates listed below:
Tuition & Fees bill for Term I (fall semester) – Due August 6
Tuition & Fees bill for Term II (spring semester) – Due December 15
All individuals interested in establishing a payment plan should contact Hornet Central at 540-542-6519.
Welcome Week is tentatively slated to start on August 25. Welcome Week is designed to help you meet new people and adjust to Shenandoah campus life. It’s also a time to attend special campus events created just for you. In addition to general Welcome Week events, you will also attend events hosted by your individual school or academic program.
If you have specific questions about Welcome Week, contact the Office of Student Affairs at 540-665-4863 or studentlife@su.edu.
Shenandoah’s Integrated Mobile Learning, iMLearning, technology program puts state-of-the-art Apple computer technology into your hands, so you are engaged in an interactive and information-rich learning environment. All full-time undergraduate students participate in the program receiving the latest model MacBook Pro laptop, which you receive during Welcome Week.
Congratulations on completing the enrollment process, we are excited for you to be a part of the SU family!