With all of the financial information available, it's important to make
sure you run through one final checklist before you reach your
university destination. Keep copies of all paperwork, and pay special
attention to any deadlines in order to avoid unpleasant surprises when
you arrive on campus.Make sure you've done all of the following before heading off to college:
- Paid housing deposit
- Accepted any financial aid awards and found out if you have to reapply next year
- Finalized details of your student loan, if applicable
- Planned out a budget for the school year
- Purchased a computer and any related equipment necessary
- Made sure all bank accounts are in order, selected an account that does not charge ATM or monthly transaction fees
- Purchased any necessary airline tickets
- Put money aside for books, folders, pens, paper, calculators, and other miscellaneous school-related items
- Paid registration fees that financial aid doesn't cover
- Paid tuition deposit and finalized details of payment plan
- Purchased all dorm room necessities (talk to your roommates first to see what items they will be bringing)
- Purchased long-distance phone plan or secure phone card
- Purchased cell phone, if necessary
- Applied for a credit card, if necessary
