Undergraduate Student Checklist

Apply for admission to Missouri State.

• If nondegree-seeking, complete a non-degree seeking admission enrollment form.
• If degree-seeking, apply online and pay applicable fees.
• If you are a transfer student, see our transfer student admission requirements.

Submit any necessary transcripts.

Submit application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) if applying for financial aid.

Activate your Missouri State account.

• To access your My Missouri State portal, email and other resources, activate your Missouri State account using your M-number and activation code. Visit BearIT for more information. 

Seek advisement.

• If you are an adult, undeclared degree-seeking student, contact Adult Student Services at 417-836-6929 or toll-free 877-678-2005. If you are a degree-seeking student with a declared major, find your advising center or contact your academic department for advisement.

Register for classes through My Missouri State.

Order your textbooks from the University bookstore through My Missouri State.

Purchase a parking permit.

• If you are a local online student visiting campus regularly go through My Missouri State to purchase your permit.