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Preparing for College

Spartan Starting Line Checklist

Preparing for college can feel overwhelming, and we are here to help! The Spartan Starting Line Checklist provides step-by-step guidance, highlighting essential tasks, deadlines and resources to ensure you’re ready for a smooth start at UTampa.

  • Submit roommate request on StarRez, by May 1.
  • Housing accommodations request can be submitted with Student Accessibility Services by May 1.         
  • Submit your Academic Preference form through SpartanStart by May 15. 
  • Upload a photo for Spartan ID card by June 1. Submissions must be uploaded the SpartanStart Portal.
  • Login to MyUTampa and view the different applications available to students. Instructions for first-time logging in.
  • Submit immunization records through PyraMed.
  • The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) is a federal law that protects the confidentiality of student education records. It restricts schools from disclosing personally identifiable academic information without authorized consent. To learn more and grant Third Party Access, visit our website. 
  • If you receive on-campus housing, review housing assignment and schedule move-in appointment on StarRez starting June 22.

  • Login to MyUTampa and select the "Online Orientation" chicklet to complete orientation starting Monday, July 6. 
  • Attend or watch a New Student Orientation webinar. All webinars will be recorded and uploaded to utampa.edu/orientation within 10 business days. 
  • Review Student Statement starting mid-July. 
    • A Student Statement is a summary of a student's charges and payments, available in Workday, that can be reviewed and paid. Contact Financial Aid (finaid@ut.edu) or the Bursar's Office (bursar@ut.edu) for questions.     
  • On July 13 an email from your Academic Advisor will be sent to your Spartan email account with further instructions to view your Fall class schedule.
  • Review anticipated course textbook needs. 
  • Submit final high school transcripts. 

  • Complete Vector Solutions mandatory courses. 
    • Courses can be accessed in your MyUTampa dashboard in the Vector Solutions chiclet. 
  • Register for a parking pass. Students will receive an email notification from Campus Safety. First-year students, who reside on campus, cannot register for a parking pass. 
  • Explore the Involve app and learn about the different registered student organizations on campus. 
    • Review the Week of Welcome schedule and choose what events you would like to attend.        
  • Move in to your residence hall. Residential students will receive their Spartan ID at their move-in appointment if Spartan ID photos were submitted by June 1. 
  • Commuter students can check-in and pick up their Spartan ID from the SpartanCard Office in Vaughn Center, 235. 
  • Commuter students should sign-up for Spartan Connect. This is a commuter student program that increases your sense of belonging, resiliency, and well-being on campus & the local area through tailored events and mentorship. 
    • First-year commuter students will receive an email through Navigate to sign up. 
  • Let the fun begin at Sparty's First Night on Friday, August 28 at 7 p.m.! Celebrate the start of the academic year with games, friends, and campus-wide excitment, and be part of the incoming class photo!
  • Attend the mandatory New Student Convocation on Saturday, August 29 to engage with college faculty and deans before the first day of classes. 

 

Transitioning to college life can be tough—but our staff and student leaders are here for support! New students will have an opportunity to participate in the Student Live Panel session each semester. 

All webinars will be recorded and uploaded there within 10 business days. 

Our Fall 2026 student webinars will be held: 

For information regarding the family webinar series, Spartan Family Conversations please checkout our Family Orientation page.

New students who will be living off-campus are expected to check in at the Spartan Card Office located on the second floor of the Vaughn Center. Commuter check-in is Wednesday, Aug. 26, to Friday, Aug. 28, from 9 a.m.-5 p.m., or Saturday, Aug. 29, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. During check-in, new students will receive their Spartan Card ID and other important information.

The University recognizes that commuter students have different needs as they transition to campus than residential students. Commuter students are encouraged to view the New Student Commuter Tips and Tricks video in addition to completing the online orientation.

Questions?

Students are encouraged to view Orientation Frequently Asked Questions for more information. Please contact Orientation and Family Engagement at (813) 257-1999 or orientation@ut.edu with any questions.

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