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Welcome - Admitted Fall Transfer Students

Congratulations on your acceptance to Seton Hall University! We are delighted to count you among an elite group of students accepted into our incoming class. Below is a helpful checklist of items you need to complete or consider to enroll at Seton Hall University. If you have questions about the enrolling process, please contact us at (973) 313-6146 or [email protected].

The list below is intended for Admitted Fall Transfer students only. If you are a Spring Admitted student, please RN-to-BSN welcome page.

  1. Confirm Your Enrollment
    Confirm your intent to enroll at Seton Hall by submitting your Confirmation of Enrollment Form along with your non-refundable $350 tuition deposit as soon as possible. To make your deposit online, you will need your student ID number found at the top of your acceptance letter.
    Deposit Now »

    Beginning in early February, if you have deposited, you will receive your login credentials for PirateNet.
     
  2. Submit Your Housing Deposit
    If you plan to live in University housing, make your $375 housing deposit as soon as possible (non-refundable after May 1). Housing will only be guaranteed for the first 1,150 students with both a tuition deposit and a housing deposit on file. If you would like to pay by check or money order, please include your Seton Hall ID number (from your acceptance letter) on the check and mail it to Office of Admissions, Seton Hall University, 400 South Orange Avenue, South Orange, NJ 07079.

    Starting in March, if we have received your tuition and housing deposits, you will also be able to complete a roommate survey on your receive your PirateNet login credentials. Complete the meal plan, and to indicate living style preferences. You will be notified of your room assignment in mid-July.
    Deposit Now »

    Please Note: Housing is not available for transfer students who are older than 24.

  3. Pirate Preview

    Our exclusive admitted student event will be offered twice, on Friday, March 22 and Saturday, April 6. At Pirate Preview, students will be able to attend an academic presentation, connect with accomplished professors, take a tour of our close-knit campus, learn about next steps, and meet future classmates.
    Register for Friday, March 22 »
    Register for Saturday, April 6 »

    If you are unable to make this event, you are welcome to join us for Open House on April 21, 2024, where you can learn about our academic programs and important next steps for admitted students.

     
  4. File the FAFSA
    If you haven't already submitted the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), you should do so as soon as possible to receive consideration for need-based aid, as well as federal work study and student and parent loans. Be sure to list Seton Hall's federal school code (002632). Beginning mid-February, Financial Aid Award information will be available for students who filed the FAFSA. You will be notified by email when your package is ready for review.

    As you review your financial aid package, you may have questions and need help understanding the awards and your next steps. We have put together a Find A Counselor page to find your assigned counselor.

    Please note that if any changes or updates are made to your financial aid awards, this information will be available online using PirateNet (if you have already deposited and received your credentials) or using the applicant portal (if you do not have PirateNet credentials at this time).

    Start your FAFSA »

  5. Choose your Laptop
     Information regarding laptop selection will be announced soon and communicated to incoming students by email. 
     
  6. Make New Friends
    Join our Accepted Transfer Students Facebook group, the official online community for newly admitted transfer students. You can meet other accepted students, ask questions of current students, and talk to admissions counselors.
    Join Seton Hall University Transfer Students on Facebook »

    You can also follow Seton Hall Admissions on Instagram to learn more about your next steps to becoming a Pirate!
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    In addition to connecting with Undergraduate Admissions, follow everything #SetonHall on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
     
  7. Submit your Official Transcripts
    Submit all official transcripts for all college-level credit you have earned to the Office of Admissions. We will evaluate your transfer credits and provide you with an advanced standing credit evaluation via mail. We will accept up to 90 transferable credits (non-remedial, non-vocational credits) for which you have earned a C or better. Nursing students: If you earned a B or better in a science course from an accredited 4-year institution, you will receive credit for the equivalent Seton Hall course. All other science courses will transfer in as general elective credit, provided they meet the general credit transfer criteria.

    Send official transcripts to:

    Office of Admissions
    Seton Hall University
    400 South Orange Ave.
    South Orange, NJ 07079

    Access our Transfer Course Equivalency Tool
    Our Transfer Course Equivalency Tool to get an advance look at how your credits will transfer.

  8. Access PirateNet
    PirateNet is Seton Hall’s online portal and your access to your financial aid, bills, registration and more. To access the portal, visit PirateNet.shu.edu. Your will be sent your username and password in early February if you have submitted your tuition deposit.
     
  9. Meet with Your Advisor
    Meet with an academic advisor to evaluate your advanced standing credit evaluation and receive help with course selection and registration for the coming semester. Beginning May 1, contact the Transfer Center to set up your advising appointment. The Center is located in Mooney Hall, room 15 and can be reached at [email protected] or (973) 275-2387.
     
  10. Transfer Placement Tests: If you have not earned a C or better for college English or math at a non-remedial level, you may be required to take placement tests prior to the start of the semester, though some students are exempt based on their SAT or ACT scores. For more information about placement tests for transfer students, contact the Transfer Center at [email protected] or (973) 275-2387.
     
  11. Get your Student ID
    Get your Student ID card and parking permit. Visit the Campus ID Office in Duffy Hall, Room 63, to get both your ID and permit. Note: You must have your ID before you can pick up your laptop!
     
  12. Pick up your Laptop
    Schedule an appointment to pick up your laptop by calling (973) 313-6181. To pick up your laptop, you'll need to bring your ID card, your advanced standing and you must be registered for classes as a full-time student. Your laptop will be loaded with wireless connectivity and professional-level software, and when you graduate, it is yours to keep.
     
  13. Submit Health Information
    Log in to the Student Health Portal and submit the required health information to Health Services. This includes submitting your immunization records.
     
  14. Submit your Health Insurance Waiver
    Seton Hall automatically provides a group health insurance plan which is charged to your bill. If you already have health insurance and do not want the Seton Hall plan, you must complete the insurance waiver form on PirateNet before the start of classes to avoid automatic enrollment in the Seton Hall plan and a non-refundable charge to your bill. The waiver will be available beginning in late-June.
    Learn more about Seton Hall's plan »
     
  15. Accept Your Financial Aid Awards
    Financial Aid Awards are mailed beginning in February to all students who filed the FAFSA. They are sent along with important supplemental information to address many of your questions. Also visit our step-by-step video to help you understand your Financial Aid award. Students who have received their Financial Aid Awards need to review and accept their awards.

    Please Note: Your financial aid will not be disbursed and deducted from your bill until after the Add/Drop period and after the faculty members for all of your courses have verified your initial attendance.
     
    • Login at PirateNet.shu.edu. Your login information will be mailed to you in early February if you have paid your tuition deposit.
    • View your Financial Aid award. You must select the award year (2023-24) then click on the Award Overview tab.
    • Accept your awards by clicking on the Accept Award Offer tab and accept or decline each award.
    • View your requirements. Some students are selected for a process called verification by the government. If you are selected, you will have additional documents to submit such as federal tax transcripts or proof of citizenship. You must return these documents as soon as possible and no later than June 1 to the Office of Financial Aid.
    • Complete entrance counseling and your Master Promissory Note at www.studentloans.gov if you accepted your Federal Stafford Subsidized or Unsubsidized Loans.
    • Apply for the Federal PLUS loan or Alternative Loans. To apply for the PLUS Loan visit www.studentloans.gov. Please note you must also have a FAFSA on file to apply. We suggest you start applying in early June. If you'd like to choose an alternative loan visit www.elmselect.com.
    • If you are interested in signing up for a payment plan, please visit here for further information. For further assistance, you can also contact the Bursar office at [email protected] or by calling (800) 222- 7183. 

  16. Campus Employment
    Many departments on campus seek students to work in their departments by posting positions in the student employment database. To view and apply for jobs, visit jobs.shu.edu. You must also submit your Employment Eligibility Verification (I-9) form and original supporting documents. To get a jump start, bring these to Transfer Orientation in August and turn them in to the Office of Financial Aid. For more information on how to find a job on campus, view our Work Study Guidelines flyer »
     
  17. Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act
    You and your parents should be aware that for students 18 years or older there are federal regulations that limit the ability of parents to access information about their child’s records once he/she enrolls at Seton Hall. These regulations are called FERPA (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act). This law means that parents do not have the right to view their child’s grades, transcripts or any other educational records without the student's consent. Parents also do not have the right to call and inquire about their child’s status or activities without this written consent. We encourage you to discuss this with your parents in advance to determine if you will complete the on-line consent form. If you wish to grant such consent to your parents, you will find the on-line FERPA Authorization Form in PirateNet under the Academics tab in the FERPA section.
     
  18. Pay Your Bill
    All invoices are sent electronically to your student SHU e-mail address and the email addresses of any Authorized Signers and can be viewed at PirateNet.shu.edu. The first electronic invoice will be available on July 7 and the balance, after financial aid and scholarships, is due August 2. We encourage you to ensure the bill is paid timely so you can move in, if applicable, and participate in the opening ceremonies and events.

    If you would like to allow someone, like your parents, to receive your billing notices and/or pay your bill, you must add an "authorized user." An authorized user is any individual granted access by the student to receive billing notifications. For more information about authorized users, please visit the Bursar website or send an email to [email protected].

    If you have questions about Financial Aid, payment options or your bill, please contact the Student Financial Services Help Desk at 1-800-222-7183.

    Please Note: Your financial aid will not be disbursed and deducted from your bill until after the Add/Drop period and after the faculty members for all of your courses have verified your initial attendance.
     
  19. Payment Plans
    Seton Hall offers interest-free internal payment plans on various schedules that students can use to pay their bill.  Payment plans are not loans and are processed through the Seton Hall TouchNet payment portal. To view and setup these plans, please visit the Bursar FAQ.
     
  20. Attend Transfer Orientation
    Attend Seton Hall's Transfer Orientation, scheduled for August 22, in order to become acquainted with student resources, services and activities.
     
  21. Save the Dates
    If you are living in University housing, Move-in Day for Transfer Students is August 21-22 (Fall Semester). The first day of classes is August 26.
     
  22. Disability Support Services 

    You can request services from Disability Support Services (DSS) as soon as you are admitted to Seton Hall University or, if you are already enrolled in classes, as soon as you are diagnosed with a disability. While we recommend starting this process before the beginning of the semester, you may request assistance at any time during the year. Please note, however, that accommodations are effective beginning on the date the professor is notified via the accommodation letter; accommodations are not retroactive.

    View more information on Disability Support Services and how to complete the necessary forms here!

Learning More About Seton Hall
You might have a lot of questions about attending Seton Hall — how financial aid works, what scholarships are available, what is the Transfer Center, and what do my parents need to know. Don't worry, we've got answers! Take a look at these resources:

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