New Student Orientation

Prior to taking placement tests or registering for classes in my.UIC.edu, you are required to activate your portal account.

First Time Users:

• Visit my.uic.edu
• Select “Activate your NetID” under the “Instructions Login” portlet

Existing Users:

• Visit my.uic.edu
• Select “Login” under the “Instructions Login” portlet

Placement tests are required in certain subjects. You will be unable to register for Orientation without first taking placement tests in English, Math, and for some students, Chemistry and Physics. The Chemistry placement test is only required if Chemistry is needed for your major or Educational Goal. The Physics placement test is only required for students who intend on taking calculus-based physics.  Additional placement testing information is enclosed in the packet sent to you by the Office of Admissions.

To take tests:

• Log into my.uic.edu
• Select “UIC Connect” tab
• Review “Complete Placement Testing” portlet
• Select “Determine Required Placement Tests”
• Take time to accurately respond to questionnaire
• If required, take appropriate placement tests

To view test results, once available:

• Log into my.uic.edu
• Select “UIC Connect” tab
• Review “Complete Placement Testing” Portal
• Select the “View Available Test Results” button

It is recommended that you take the necessary placement tests as soon as possible, with a recommended deadline of May 1st, 2022.

To complete your Online Orientation Modules:

• Log into my.uic.edu
• Select “UIC Connect” tab
• Review “UIC Connect Progress to Enrollment” portlet
• Select “Online Orientation Modules”

Only after your placement test results are available and you’ve completed the Online Orientation Modules through UIC Connect, may you sign up for an Orientation program.

To schedule your Orientation program:

• Log into my.UIC.edu
• Select “UIC Connect” tab
• Review “UIC Connect Progress to Enrollment” portlet
• Select “Sign Up  for Orientation”

Preparing for Course Registration and Orientation: las-marcom.red.uic.edu/orientation – This page provides many additional resources, including: UIC Undergraduate Catalog, XE Registration, information about pre-professional requirements, how to access and read your degree audit, and much more!

Transferology: www.transferology.com – This online tool will help you view course equivalencies and tell you how college-level courses you have taken elsewhere will transfer to UIC.

iTransfer: www.itransfer.org/ – The Illinois Articulation Initiative (IAI) is a statewide agreement for participating colleges and universities in Illinois. It also provides information about how the courses you have taken elsewhere will transfer to UIC.

Send official high school and college transcripts, and AP/IB scores (if applicable) to UIC:

Office of Admissions and Records (MC 018)
University of Illinois at Chicago
1200 W Harrison Street, Ste 1100 SSB
Chicago, IL 60607-7161

This should include currently in-progress courses and final grades for all completed college-level and high school work.

Please consult the admissions packet for details on campus housing, tuition and fees, student health insurance, and financial aid.

Familiarize yourself with LAS by visiting las-marcom.red.uic.edu.

Prior to taking placement tests or registering for classes in my.UIC.edu, you are required to activate your portal account.

First Time Users:

• Visit my.uic.edu
• Select “Activate your NetID” under the “Instructions Login” portlet

Existing Users:

• Visit my.uic.edu
• Select “Login” under the “Instructions Login” portlet

Placement tests are required in certain subjects. Testing information was enclosed in the packet sent to you by the Office of Admissions.

Having test results will assist you and your LAS academic advisor in planning your first semester course schedule. If you fail to take required placement tests, you will find yourself unable to register for courses you may need in your first semester.

To take tests:

• Log into my.uic.edu
• Select “UIC Connect” tab
• Review “Complete Placement Testing” portlet
• Select “Determine Required Placement Tests”
• Take time to accurately respond to questionnaire
• If required, take appropriate placement tests

To view test results, once available:

• Log into my.uic.edu
• Select “UIC Connect” tab
• Review “Complete Placement Testing” Portal
• Select the “View Available Test Results” button

To avoid delays in course registration, it is recommended that you take the necessary placement tests as soon as possible.

Preparing for Course Registration and Orientation: las-marcom.red.uic.edu/orientation – This page provides many additional resources, including: UIC Undergraduate Catalog, XE Registration, information about pre-professional requirements, how to access and read your degree audit, and much more!

UIC’s Transfer Assistance Center: registrar.uic.edu/transfer-assistance –This resource center provides assistance, counseling and helpful information to newly admitted transfer students that we hope will be helpful in making a successful transition to UIC.

Transferology: www.transferology.com – This online tool will help you view course equivalencies and tell you how the courses you have taken transfer to UIC.

iTransfer: www.itransfer.org/ – The Illinois Articulation Initiative (IAI) is a statewide agreement for participating colleges and universities in Illinois. It also provides information about how the courses you have taken transfer to UIC.

LAS: las-marcom.red.uic.edu – Familiarize yourself with LAS and the many opportunities that are available to you.

Having record of final transcripts and/ or exam scores will greatly assist your academic advisor when reviewing your course selection at Orientation and help you to avoid accidental duplication of coursework.

Send official transcripts and AP/IB scores (if applicable) to UIC:

Office of Admissions and Records (MC 018)
University of Illinois at Chicago
1200 W Harrison Street, Ste 1100 SSB
Chicago, IL 60607-7161

This should include currently in-progress courses and final grades for all completed college-level work.

Your degree audit will provide you with an assessment of the coursework that you are bringing in to UIC. This report will aid you in determining how your credit has transferred to UIC and how it applies toward your area of study.

To access your Degree Audit:

• Log into my.uic.edu
• Select “Student” tab
• Select “Degree Audit”
• Select “Request Audit”
• Choose the audit you want to run
  • If you want to run your currently declared major, select “Run Declared Programs”
  • If you do not have a declared major or want to see the requirements for another major, choose “Select a Different Program,” and enter the information in the drop-down menus
  • Select “Run Different Program”
• On the next page, wait a few seconds (up to thirty) and an audit will appear. Select the “View Audit” button when it appears. You may need to click on “Update” to load the audit before opening it.

A red X indicates that a category still needs to be fulfilled. These are categories you should focus on as you consider courses for the upcoming term.

A blue IP indicates that a category is being completed with in progress coursework.

A green check mark indicates that a category has been completed.

After activating your portal account, you should begin registering for classes.

It is important to understand that when you register for classes, you are responsible for your choices and the financial obligation to pay all assessed tuition and fees.

To Register for Courses:

• Log into my.uic.edu
• Review “Welcome” tab
• Select “XE Registration/View Classes”
• Select “Register for Classes”
• Select “Term” and select “Continue”
• Complete Registration Agreement

For additional step-by-step instructions on how to register: http://registrar.uic.edu/registration/registration_instructions

Please register in advance of Orientation. For assistance with the registration process, e-mail the Registration Help Line at registration@uic.edu.

To complete your Online Orientation Modules:

• Log into my.uic.edu
• Select “UIC Connect” tab
• Review “UIC Connect Progress to Enrollment” portlet
• Select “Online Orientation Modules”

Choose the earliest possible date to attend Orientation. Please be sure to make arrangements to attend the entire program.

To schedule your Orientation program:

• Log into my.uic.edu
• Select “UIC Connect” tab
• Review “UIC Connect Progress to Enrollment” portlet
• Select “Sign Up for Orientation”