Admitted Graduate Students
You’re Admitted. Here’s What to Do Next.
Congratulations on your admission to Tulane University’s School of Science and Engineering. You’re joining a community driven by discovery, collaboration, and impact. Use this step-by-step guide to confirm your enrollment, prepare for arrival, and begin your next chapter with confidence.
Your Next Steps
- ✓Review your admission offer
- ✓Accept your offer
- ✓Activate your Tulane accounts
- ✓Submit required documents
- ✓Review funding and financial details
- ✓Register for classes and prepare for orientation
- ✓Plan your move and connect with the SSE community
Welcome to a community advancing science and engineering for better lives.
Starting graduate school is exciting, and it can also come with a lot of questions. This page is designed to help you move forward with clarity. Follow the steps below to complete your enrollment tasks, prepare for your arrival, and get ready to begin your Tulane journey.
Review Your Admission Offer
Carefully review your admission letter and any program-specific materials. Pay close attention to important deadlines, funding details, and required next steps.
Helpful details
- Review your offer deadline carefully.
- Look for any notes related to funding, assistantships, or required documents.
- Save a copy of your admission materials for easy reference.
Accept Your Offer
Confirm your enrollment through your admitted student portal by the deadline listed in your offer. Submitting your decision secures your place in the incoming class.
Helpful details
- Be sure to submit your enrollment decision before the stated deadline.
- If your program requires a deposit, review those instructions closely.
- After accepting, watch for follow-up emails with next-step instructions.
Activate Your Tulane Accounts
Set up your Tulane email and university login credentials. These accounts give you access to key systems, including registration, billing, and official communications.
Helpful details
- Your Tulane email will be the primary source for important university updates.
- Account setup may also give you access to advising, course registration, and billing systems.
- Check your spam or junk folders if setup messages do not appear right away.
Submit Required Documents
Complete any remaining enrollment requirements, which may include final transcripts, test scores, immunization forms, or residency documentation. Starting early helps ensure a smooth transition.
Helpful details
- Requirements may vary by student type and program.
- International students may have additional immigration and visa-related steps.
- Submitting materials early can help avoid registration or arrival delays.
Review Funding and Financial Details
Review any scholarships, assistantships, fellowships, or financial aid included with your admission. Make sure to complete any required forms and meet all deadlines.
Helpful details
- Review your program funding carefully so you understand what is included.
- Check whether additional paperwork is needed to activate your funding.
- Look ahead at payment schedules, tuition billing dates, and related deadlines.
Register for Classes
Your academic department will guide you through course selection and registration timelines. Be sure to check your email regularly for instructions and advising information.
Helpful details
- Some programs provide direct advising before registration opens.
- Your first-semester schedule may be shaped by required core courses.
- Keep an eye out for program-specific onboarding instructions.
Plan Your Move to New Orleans
If you are relocating, begin exploring housing options and preparing for your move. New Orleans offers a vibrant, distinctive environment that quickly becomes part of the student experience.
Helpful details
- Start early if you are searching for off-campus housing.
- Explore neighborhoods, transportation options, and commuting plans.
- Consider what you may need to set up before arrival, including utilities and local services.
Prepare for Orientation
Orientation is your introduction to Tulane and your program. You’ll meet faculty, staff, and fellow students while learning what to expect in your first semester.
Helpful details
- Orientation may include academic, campus, and student life sessions.
- You may receive separate details from the university and your department.
- Watch for schedules, check-in details, and welcome event information.
Connect with the SSE Community
Start exploring the people, research, and opportunities that define the School of Science and Engineering. This is where your graduate experience begins to take shape.
Helpful details
- Explore faculty, labs, centers, and interdisciplinary opportunities.
- Follow SSE to get a feel for current student experiences and research activity.
- Begin building connections before you arrive on campus.
We’re Here to Help
Questions are expected. Whether you’re navigating logistics or thinking ahead to your academic journey, our team is here to support you.
Helpful details
- Reach out early if you have questions about deadlines, documents, or logistics.
- Your academic program can help with advising and curriculum questions.
- Graduate admissions can help point you in the right direction when you are unsure where to start.
Your Next Chapter Starts Here
At Tulane SSE, you’ll gain the knowledge, experience, and perspective to make a meaningful impact. We’re excited to welcome you into a community of scholars, creators, and problem-solvers working across disciplines to improve lives through science and engineering.
