You've enrolled in class
Explore the Student Toolbox
Check out the Student Toolbox, where you’ll find a variety of resources to help you from day one—all in one convenient place.
Build your profile
Log in to your student account and set up your profile. You can upload a photo of yourself, write a bio, enter your contact info—and more.
Your computer system requirements
Find out if your system meets our technology requirements, and then run the scan on your browser and system to complete any recommended updates.
Get Microsoft® Office 365
Install Microsoft® Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint®, Excel®) if you don’t already have it. It’s free to all enrolled students.
Learn about responsible borrowing
Review all the student financial aid information and resources on borrowing responsibly—and be sure to contact Financial Services with questions.
PRO TIP: Now that the hard part is done, set up an appointment with your Enrollment Representative to review your resources and ask any questions you have about going to class.
You have access to your class
Log in to your classroom
Click on your classroom link and review instructor announcements and policies on attendance and participation, print and review the course syllabus, and check out your weekly tasks and to-do items.
Download the mobile app
With our Blackboard® Ultra and University of Phoenix Mobile Apps, you can tap into your classroom and access your coursework from virtually anywhere.
Expand your mind
Check out our collection of articles—packed with tons of interesting info, useful study tips, and so much more to help you rise to the challenge of earning your degree.
PRO TIP: Tackling your first day with all the right tools and information can be key to your success. Contact your Enrollment Representative today for your first day walkthrough.
Your first day of class
You’ve made it to your first day of class! Just a couple more items to check off your list and you’ll be ready for success:
- Meet your instructor and review their contact information.
- Familiarize yourself with the course objectives, assignments, and expectations.
- Get to know your classmates - they have profiles as well!
- Relax—you’ve got this.
PRO TIP: Make sure you are well rested and that you’ve eaten before going to class. Doing so could prevent you from losing focus, and will allow you to successfully retain information.