Welcome
This set of videos is a guide through the enrollment process. We will be discussing the Next Steps Checklist. The Next Steps Checklist is an application housed in your TUportal home page that you access with the AccessNet username and password that was given to you upon applying to the University.
Please note that everyone’s Next Steps Checklist is individual to them as you may be required to complete one step before another action item becomes available on your Checklist. Please also note that some items, like Placement Assessment results, can take up to 48 hours to post.
If you ever need assistance with your Next Steps Checklist, please email our Computer Services department at it@temple.edu or call them at 215-204-8000.
If you need assistance with the on-boarding process, contact the Office of Orientation at orientation@temple.edu or 215-204-8531. If you need technical support, like getting into your AccessNet account, please contact the Information Technology Services Help Desk at it@temple.edu or 215-204-8000.
Step 1
Pay the $200 University Deposit
The university deposit is the gateway to our on-boarding process. Students who do not pay a deposit will not receive our mailings and emails.
Deposits can be paid electronically through TUportal or mailed to the university with the enrollment deposit form included in the acceptance packet. Please note mailed deposits can take up to 14 business days for the university to receive and process. Please also note that electronic deposits can take 24 hours to be reflected in your Next Steps Checklist.
Once the deposit is posted, Orientation and Placement Assessment information is emailed.
Step 2
Activate Your Official TUmail Account
Log in to TUportal with your AccessNet username and the new password you created when activating your account. In the MyPortal tab, locate the list of links on the left under the TUApplications and click TUmail – Gmail link. Accept the terms and conditions for use of your email. You can also go directly to the TUmail website (tumail.temple.edu) to read your university email at any time.
Please note: All emails from Temple University will be sent to your TUmail account. Please check the TUmail checklist item once you have completed this step.
Step 3
Submit your OWLcard Photo
All students will receive their OWLcard at check-in during their New Student Orientation. The link to submit your photo for your OWLcard can also be found on the Next Steps Channel.
Step 4
Complete Placement Assessment (if applicable), the New Student Questionnaire (required), and the Self-Directed English Placement Inventory (if applicable)
Placement Assessments, the New Student Questionnaire, and the Self-Directed English Placement Inventory become available to deposited students beginning in early April (for Fall admitted students) and November (for Spring admitted students). If you pay your deposit after April or November, the email will be sent 2-3 business days after your deposit has been received.
Deposited students will receive an email from our office in their TUmail accounts notifying them that the Placement Assessments and New Student Questionnaire are available through the Next Steps Channel in the TUportal.
Step 5
Complete Temple Preview
Temple Preview is an online glimpse into life at Temple University. This module will walk you through information related to your experience as a Temple student.
Access to complete Temple Preview is available on the Next Steps Channel on your TUportal 2-3 business days after your University Deposit has been received.
Step 6
Register for your Online Advising session via the Next Steps Checklist and enroll in Canvas course for the semester you were admitted
Appointments with our Online Advisor can only be scheduled after completing a mandatory Canvas course in TUPortal. This acquaints you with our system as well as gives you valuable information about our Online programs.
Please note that your access to the Canvas course will only be given this access 2-3 business days AFTER you:
- Submit an OWLcard photo
- Complete the Placement Assessments (if applicable)
- Complete the New Student Questionnaire (NSQ) and Self-Directed Placement Inventory (SDPI)
- Complete the Temple Preview online