Getting Started in the School of Graduate Studies
Now that you have been accepted, this website will help you reach your graduate study goals.
Get Ready Resources
Activating Your Online Accounts
- ID number
This eight-digit identifier can be found on your personal URL. It's can be used to create your Star ID. You can also look it up through E-services.
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Activate your Star ID
Follow these instructions to set up your StarID and password.
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Student ID Cards
Visit the Campus Card Self-Service portal.
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Set up your Email
Email is the official form of communication at St. Cloud State so you do not want to miss out on important communications.
Orientation Sessions
Events For All New Graduate Students
Welcome new graduate students! We offer a variety of orientation options and opportunities to connect. Each session provides unique information so you can attend them all or select what interests you. Zoom/hybrid events will be recorded and made available on the website.
Online Orientation for New Graduate Students - August 13, 5-6:30 p.m. Register Here
The synchronous online orientation session provides information on getting started as a new graduate student online, at Plymouth or in St. Cloud. We include information on getting involved/professional development opportunities, accessing library resources, and the academic technologies you will use as a graduate student.
St. Cloud Campus - New Graduate Student Orientation - August 20, 4-5:30 p.m. Register Here
This hybrid orientation is hosted in the Miller Center Auditorium, MC 122. It is a great opportunity to learn more about campus and Graduate Studies resources that will support your success. Meet other new incoming graduate students and hear from our student panel as they take your questions on making the most of your graduate school experience.
Grad Campus Tours - Register for a Tour
- Wednesday, August 20, 12:30 p.m. and 2 p.m.
- More Dates to come
Tours are approximately one hour.
Email graduatestudies@stcloudstate.edu to request a new student tour. Provide 2-3 suggested times/days Monday-Friday.
Grad Husky Drop-In Sessions - Join Now
Have a question on getting started, registration, contacting your advisor, graduate student stuff, etc? Stop in via Zoom to chat with Graduate Studies Staff. Click on the link above or join Zoom meeting 950 0197 0455, Passcode SGS
- Monday, Aug. 11, 4-5 p.m.
- Thursday, Aug. 14, 4-5 p.m.
- Friday, Aug. 15, 12-1 p.m.
- Monday, Aug. 18, 12-1 p.m.
- Monday, Aug. 25, 12-1 p.m.
- Tuesday, Aug. 26, 4-5 p.m.
Plymouth Open House and Ice Cream Social - Sept. 9, 3-5 p.m.. Register Here
Join the Plymouth Center faculty and staff and the School of Graduate Studies for an open house, ice cream social and resource fair. Explore the Plymouth Center and learn more about the resources available to you that will support your success as a graduate student.
International Students (St. Cloud and Plymouth)
Welcome new international graduate students! We offer a variety of orientation options and opportunities to connect. Each session provides unique information so you can attend them all or select what interests you. Zoom/hybrid events will be recorded and made available on the website.
Plymouth based international students do not need to plan to come to St. Cloud. You can join many events online or from the Plymouth Center.
Online Orientation for New Graduate Students - August 13, 5-6:30 p.m. Register Here
The synchronous online orientation session provides information on getting started as a new graduate student online, at Plymouth or in St. Cloud. We include information on getting involved/professional development opportunities, accessing library resources, and the academic technologies you will use as a graduate student.
St Cloud Campus - International Graduate Student Welcome Session - August 20, 3-3:45 p.m. Register Here
Join us at 3:00 p.m.. in the Miller Center Auditorium, MC 122, or online via Zoom. All St. Cloud campus based interational graduate students are expected to attend this session and our Plymouth based international students are welcome online. Meet the staff and learn more about resources to support your success as an international graduate student at St. Cloud State.
St. Cloud Campus - New Graduate Student Orientation - August 20, 4-5:30 p.m. Register Here
This hybrid orientation is hosted in the Miller Center Auditorium, MC 122. It is a great opportunity to learn more about campus and Graduate Studies resources that will support your success. Meet other new incoming graduate students and hear from our student panel as they take your questions on making the most of your graduate school experience.
Plymouth Open House and Ice Cream Social - Sept. 9, 3-5 p.m. Register Here
Join the Plymouth Center faculty and staff and the School of Graduate Studies for an open house, ice cream social and resource fair. Explore the Plymouth Center and learn more about the resources available to you that will support your success as a graduate student.
Grad Campus Tours - Register for a Tour
- Wednesday, August 20, 12:30 pm and 2 p.m.
- More Dates to come
Tours are approximately one hour.
Email graduatestudies@stcloudstate.edu to request a new student tour. Provide 2-3 suggested times/days Monday-Friday.
Grad Husky Drop-In Sessions - Join Now
Have a question on getting started, registration, contacting your advisor, graduate student stuff, etc? Stop in via Zoom to chat with Graduate Studies Staff. Click on the link above or join Zoom meeting 950 0197 0455, Passcode SGS
- Monday, Aug. 11, 4-5 p.m.
- Thursday, Aug. 14, 4-5 p.m.
- Friday, Aug. 15, 12-1 p.m.
- Monday, Aug. 18, 12-1 p.m.
- Monday, Aug. 25, 12-1 p.m.
- Tuesday, Aug. 26, 4-5 p.m.
International Student Orientation - St. Cloud Campus Students
Fall International student orientation for St. Cloud campus based students begins Tuesday, August 19. More resources for accepted international students are available online in the SCSU Tool Kit.
Helpful Links
University Resources
- Online Education
- St. Cloud State University at Plymouth.
- Course schedule
- Husky Bookstore
- Refund request For certain fees for fully online students living outside the state of MN
Student ID cards
- Students can request a student ID card by uploading an individual headshot on a light background (no hats, sunglasses etc.). Login to account management with your StarID and password.
- Standard practice is to pick up your ID card. If you are an online or distance student, please forward your email notification indicating your card is ready for pick-up to graduatestudies@stcloudstate.edu and include your current mailing address and we can pick-up and mail your card to you.
- Students can request to have the cards sent to the Plymouth Center for pick-up if you are a Plymouth Center student or if it is a more convenient pick-up location. Plymouth Center staff will notify your when your card is ready for pick-up at the Plymouth Center.
Technology Assistance
- HuskyTech
- D2L Brightspace Student Help
- Instructional technologies