Welcome Accepted Students

Congratulations, Cougar!

Welcome to the Caldwell University Class of 2029! We are thrilled to welcome you to the campus community. As we progress through the coming months, you will want to stay connected to ensure that you don’t miss a thing.

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What’s Next

Congratulations on your acceptance to Caldwell University!
Just a few important steps and you can begin your Caldwell journey:

Make Your Tuition Deposit Online:
2025 Tuition Deposit

You may also mail a check or money order to Caldwell University. Resident Student – $450
Commuter Student – $250

Apply for Financial Aid: File the 2025-26 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at https://studentaid.gov/ as soon as possible after it becomes available December 1.Caldwell Code: 002598

AFTER YOUR ENROLLMENT DEPOSIT IS SUBMITTED

Check Your Caldwell Email and Access Accounts and Apps:You will receive access to your Caldwell email account and Cougar Apps, including Blackboard, after making your enrollment deposit. Check your email regularly for important information.
Complete the Housing Application: Resident students must complete the housing application in order to secure on-campus housing. You will receive a link to your housing forms after making your enrollment deposit. If you previously made a tuition only deposit as a commuter student, you’ll need to make a housing deposit to secure your space.
Take Your Placement Tests:In order to be registered for Math courses, students admitted into a Bachelor of Science degree program (go here to see the full list of majors) are required to complete a Math placement test online via Blackboard Learning Management System. All students will receive more information in spring 2025. See instructions.
Sign Up for an Orientation Session:New Student Orientation sessions take place in July, and they are two-day sessions with overnight accommodations available. Be sure to register for a session right away, as space fills up quickly! If you were unable to attend any of the sessions below, please contact [email protected] as soon as possible.
- Tue. Jul. 8-Wed. Jul. 9| Event has reached capacity.
- Tue. Jul. 15-Wed. Jul. 16 | Event has reached capacity.
- Tue. Jul. 22-Wed. Jul. 23 | Event has reached capacity.
- Thu. Aug. 21 | Last Session | RSVP
Submit Your Health Forms: Resident and commuter students must submit their completed Health Forms to the Office of Health Services by uploading all documents to the Health Services Portal. The due date for your entrance semester is noted on the Health Forms.
Request Your Official Final Transcripts:
Have your final high school transcript sent to the Caldwell University Office of Admissions by July 15. AP score reports should also be submitted. Students with college credits should have their college transcripts forwarded to Caldwell University.