Graduate Advisement Hub

Zicklin School of Business



New Students

New Student Checklist:
☑ Immunization

Before registering for classes:

  • Submit proof of MMR immunization
  • Submit proof/waiver for Meningitis immunization
  • You cannot attend classes until your immunization requirements have been satisfied.
☑ New Student Advisement
  • Meet with an advisor to review the curriculum, get advice on first semester enrollment, and ask about course evaluations.

GRADUATE ACCOUNTANCY PROGRAMS MBA PROGRAMS MS PROGRAMS

☑ Baruch Technology Access
  • Activate your CUNYfirst account.
  • Access your Brightspace account.
  • Activate and access your Baruch Username and BaruchMail student email account.
☑ Evaluation Process
  • General MBA students do not receive an evaluation and are not eligible for course waivers.
  • Evaluations are processed on a rolling basis dependent on date of deposit and full admittance into the program.
  • Admit Term Evaluation Process
    Fall June – August
    Spring November – January
☑ Course Registration
  • Currently, Online MBA students do not need to register themselves in CUNYfirst as this process is facilitated for them by their academic advisor.
  • Admit Term Course Registration
    Fall June – August
    Spring December – January
    Summer (Online MBA only) May – June
    • Some new students can register for courses immediately after activating their CUNYfirst account, but certain programs require an academic evaluation from the Office of Graduate Programs before registration.

☑ Financial Aid & Billing
  • Financial Aid Graduate Information
    • For financial aid-related questions, email: FASgraduate@baruch.cuny.edu
  • Billing & Payment Options
    • To view and pay your bill, visit CUNYfirst > Student Center > Finances tab (scroll down to the current semester).
    • For fees/payment-related questions, email: Bursar@baruch.cuny.edu
  • Residency
    • Tuition charges are determined by a student’s residency status in New York State.
    • The Office of Graduate Admissions classifies incoming students as either in-state or out-of-state.
    • Students who wish to appeal their classification should submit the required residency form and supporting documentation to the Residency Unit in the Office of Undergraduate Admissions.
☑ Student ID Card
  • All students who take classes at Baruch College must have a Baruch issued ID Card.
  • New students must go to the ID Card Center to have their ID card photo taken.
  • All students must have registered and paid their tuition before they can get a Baruch ID card.
☑ Pre-Program Prep
  • For students interested in pre-MBA/MS preparation, there are a number of programs available online and through Baruch College.
☑ Access the Baruch College Virtual Bookstore
  • Student Order GuideIf you are unsure how to use the system to order books and materials, please refer to the Student Order Guide.
  • You are not required to use the online bookstore and may choose to shop for your books at the stores of your choice.
  • If you have questions about books or course materials, contact the faculty member assigned to teach your course via email. 
☑ Orientation
  • Learn about academic expectations, professional development, and engage with faculty, staff, and students.