Attention! For all the enrollment deposit-paid students: To kick off your journey, we’ve prepared a special Welcome Packet for you.
4/30/2025 Update: MSA incoming students located outside of the U.S. - We will distribute the packet during the orientation week in-person for any requests input on or after April 30th.
Fill out the Welcome Packet Request Form now!
CLAIM: Your Net ID
NetID will give you access to campus services, including e-mail and file storage.
COMPLETE: New Student Checklist
These are essential steps to help you get started with Gies!
SUBMIT: Your Final Credentials
Submit final, official credentials upon arrival on campus by Oct 1.
This course introduces you to the in-demand professional competencies that employers desire.
Due the 1st day of class. Instruction Here
A series of sessions that cover experiences and opportunities available at the college.
Summer Start (MSA): Register Here
Fall Start (MSBA, MSM, MSTM): Register Here
For MSBA, MSM and MSTM: These courses will help maximize your graduate program study experience and get you started on the right foot. Details Here
Use the checklist to help get started with essential IT-related tasks to prepare yourself. You should find the instructions to:
Set-Up 2 Factor Authentication
Create Box Account to access cloud files
Claim you Illinois Zoom Account
Setup MS 365 account
The latest tuition rate and estimated living expenses can be found here. Please note that the living expenses varies depending on your life style. It could be higher or lower than the estimated amount. Visit the University Bursar website and complete the steps to set up payment options and direct deposit and take note of important payment due dates.
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