Set Up Your UNO Email Account
Be on the lookout for a "Welcome to the UNO community: Your User ID has been created!" email. It contains important information about how to set up your official university account. If you don't receive an email from us-or if you have questions about the process-please contact the Help Desk.
Learn About Workday Student, our NEW Student Information System (SIS)
Workday Student is where you will register for classes, pay your tuition and fees, and more!
Once you have your UNO email account, you can use your email address and password to log on to Workday Student.
You can access Workday Student through your MyApps portal. Once you login with your UNO account information, you will find the blue Workday tile. If it is your first-time accessing Workday, you will be prompted to complete the new student onboarding tasks. You must complete these to be able to enroll in your courses. You can also access workday through the UNO current students webpage.
For help with the Onboarding process in Workday Student, watch this helpful video.
You can also use this job aid here to help as a guide.
Please note that not all tasks in this video will appear on your Onboarding list. Onboarding tasks may vary for Graduate students.
Find your UNO ID#
Your UNO ID will be found on the main page of your student profile in Workday.
Orientation
UNO has a general online orientation that you can access here: https://www.uno.edu/nse.
The online orientation is listed in step 2. We recommend completing this step before the first day of classes.
The Graduate School will also hold a virtual orientation at the beginning of the Fall and Spring terms for newly accepted students. Be on the lookout for an invitation via email.
International students on F-1 or J-1 visas must attend an orientation held by the Office of International Students and Scholars (OISS).
Submit Your Immunization Records
All UNO students are required by Louisiana law to provide proof of immunization. Visit the Student Health Services website for more information and a list of FAQs.
You can also see this helpful video.
Register for Classes
Advising is handled by your Graduate Coordinator whose name can be found on the graduate programs page here. Look for your program, click on it, and you will find the contact information of your Graduate Coordinator. If you have any questions, contact us at graduateadm@uno.edu.
Please note: Students must register for classes before any scholarships or Graduate Assistant waivers will be posted to the account. Only 5000-level and above courses count toward your graduate degree. Also, nine hours is considered full time in fall and spring.
Course registration will occur in Workday: Additional information about course registration in Workday will be posted on the graduate student resources page.
Get Your Privateer ID Card
While on campus, you can pick up your Privateer ID. This card allows you to access the UNO library and computer labs, attend athletic events at no cost and work out in the fitness center. You can also use your ID to set up a meal plan.
Pay for On-Campus Parking
You'll need a parking pass if you plan on driving to campus. You can pay online through Workday Student or in person at the Office of the Bursar. After you've paid, you can go to the Campus Police Office to pick up your decal. Be sure to have your car registration, proof of insurance and receipt of payment with you. Learn more here.
Sign Up for Emergency Notices
UNO has an emergency communications system that allows you to receive important information instantly. The notification system requires no additional software, and your contact information will not be sold to third-party marketers. Register now.
Sign Up for Handshake
Sign up for Handshake, Career Services database for employment.
