Student onboarding # Welcome to your new student orientation You’re almost ready to start learning! Here’s what you need to know before diving into your classes. **We recommend adding this resource list to your Bookmarks for easy access.** Standard program onboarding checklist ## To-do list before class ### 1.    Bookmark MyPhoenix This is your student portal, so you’ll want quick access to[the MyPhoenix link](http://my.phoenix.edu/)anytime, anywhere. Stay up-to-date on your coursework and important notifications here. ### 2.    Plan for your start date Confirm you have established a future start date that works for you. After getting financial clearance, connect with your enrollment representative (ER) at[602-544-3737](tel:1-602-544-3737)to decide when you will begin your first day of class. ### 3.    Schedule your personalized onboarding appointment Explore the essentials of going to school online in this 30-minute session with your onboarding representative.[Book your appointment](https://uof.ph/pgF37M)to navigate your online classroom, get help downloading Microsoft 365®for free, review online textbooks and more. _Doctoral, direct assessment and single course students: Please contact your enrollment representative for help preparing for class instead of scheduling an appointment above._ ### 4.    Complete your new student orientation Learn all about your online classroom with a guided[new student orientation](https://multimedia.phoenix.edu/cms/20205040)in MyPhoenix. Allow 30-60 minutes to complete this step. ### 5.    View your schedule Don’t worry about registering for class — we’ll do that for you! You can view your courses Thursday or Friday prior to your start date, after which you can view your schedule on MyPhoenix on your[Academic Plan](http://my.phoenix.edu/). [Save your to-do list (PDF)](/content/dam/edu/students/doc/uopx-onboarding-checklist-standard.pdf) ### Bonus #### Attend a New Student Webinar Get your questions answered by enrollment representatives! Look for an email containing all the details; it should arrive about two weeks before your start date. --- Video guides ## University of Phoenix 101 ## Get to know My Phoenix × ## Install Microsoft 365 × ## Navigating Blackboard, Your online classroom × ## UOPX 101: Going Back to School × ## UOPX 101: Attendance and Participation × --- Tips and resources ## Tips for your first day ### Make time for school Expect to devote at least 15-20 hours per week to your education. That’s what it takes to be well-prepared. ### Post early and often Most successful students participate frequently. ### Stay engaged in the classroom Look for instructor feedback and use it to improve. ### Have a dedicated place to study It’s important to find a quiet place where you can read textbooks, complete assignments and participate in class discussions. ### Become familiar with free, helpful resources Writing support, math resources and more can be found on my.phoenix.edu. ### Get help when you need it From faculty members, classmates and alumni to counselors and a team of dedicated advisors — you have an entire community rallying behind you. ### Look at your syllabus Utilize it to improve, pay attention to participation and check for feedback from your instructor. ### Identify assignment due dates Stay on top of deadlines while you’re ahead. ### Important reminder #### You’ll need a computer with internet for your program Get the right tools for school — at a discounted student rate. Save $100 on laptops with options starting at just a few hundred dollars. Plus, enjoy discounted Wi-Fi to help you stay connected.[Find computer and Wi-Fi discounts.](https://uopxdiscounts.perkspot.com/pages/tech-essentials-uopx) Is it time to upgrade or get a new computer for your program? If so, check out[Revive-it.io computer purchasing](https://reviveit.io/what-to-buy/)to receive $100 off a laptop, which means you can get a computer for as low as a few hundred dollars. [View more tech requirements](/student-resources/computer-requirements.html)