Accepted Students

Congratulations on your acceptance to KU! Follow the next steps in the enrollment process below.

• Pay the Advanced Registration Deposit (ARD) to commit to attending KU.

  Paying the $275 ARD secures your spot in the class.  After this payment is received, you'll be able to move forward with next steps in the enrollment process including housing and registration for New Student Orientation.  Refer to the instructions in your acceptance letter or click here for a step-by-step guide to paying the Advanced Registration Deposit to commit to KU.

• Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

  Complete the FAFSA and ensure that you have listed KU to receive a report.  After you pay the ARD to commit to KU, be sure to remove all other schools from the list in your FAFSA.  Take a look at some helpful tips for filing the FAFSA. 

• Learn about KU's process for Financial Aid.

  Learn about financial aid and scholarships.  Be sure to complete your scholarship profile to be considered for KU Foundation Scholarships.  Your financial aid information will be available in your MyKU portal after it has been processed.  

• Learn about the Housing process and timeline.

  KU provides on-campus housing to incoming freshmen and transfer students.  We also offer special interest housing.  View important information about the room selection process and timeline here.

  KU offers some on-campus residency exceptions.  Please contact the Housing Office with questions.

• Register for New Student Orientation.

  Register for New Student Orientation.  This program is when you will register for classes and learn important information that will help you be successful in your first semester.   Be sure to complete your ALEKS math assessment before attending your selected day.  The math assessment is designed to place you in the appropriate math course.

• Submit your final high school or college transcripts.

  Make arrangements to have your final high school or college transcripts sent to KU.  Final high school transcripts must include the date of graduation.  Final college transcripts must include grades from the last semester you took classes at the institution.  Transcripts can be sent electronically or via US mail.  

  Mail to: Office of Undergraduate Admissions, P.O. Box 730, Kutztown, PA 19530 or send electronically through your high school via Parchment or Naviance (no emailed or faxed copies of transcripts will be accepted).  

• Check your KU email and MyKU portal for updates.

  Your KU email account and instructions for logging in will be provided after your ARD has been received.  It is the official means of communication from the University, and you will receive important information via email.  You will also receive information including financial aid notification through your MyKU portal.

• Plan for Billing and Payment Dates.

  The Office of Student Accounts handles billing and payments at KU.  Review the Guide for First Time Students to be sure you understand the payment process.

• Students who have been offered conditional information must complete the Summer Talent Academy for Rising Stars.

  Students who have been offered conditional admission to the Summer Talent Academy for Rising Stars (STARS) must successfully complete this summer program.  This is a 5-week program that assists with a successful transition to college.  Details are available here. 

• Connect with us on social media!

  Follow KU social media accounts for updates!  The Office of Admissions is on Instagram at @admissions_ku and the official Instagram of the University is @kutztownu.  Join our Facebook group for the Class of 2023 to meet other new students!