Transfer Student - Parent & Family Checklist

Checklist

All incoming students must submit immunization records prior to their arrival on campus. Visit the Health Services Immunization and Requirements page for more information.
All full-time domestic students are required to submit their health insurance coverage information via LionPATH after registering for classes.
Remind your student to copy and bring insurance and prescription cards with them.
Remind your student to bring information about their current and maintenance prescription medications.

Remind your student to check their Penn State email account frequently. University offices or departments will communicate important information to the student's Penn State email address ([email protected]).
Ask your student if they received the email with the tuition bill.
Remind your student to consent to do business electronically and to sign the Financial Responsibility Agreement (FRA) in LionPATH prior to enrolling for classes.
Discuss getting online access with your student, as they must delegate access in order for parents to view student information.
If you are paying tuition, ask your student to add you as an "authorized payer" on their account.
Plan for future semesters.
Add funds to student's LionCash+ account.

Remind your student to complete online modules.
Encourage your student to participate in Welcome Week activities.
Discuss campus safety and decisions regarding alcohol and drug use.
Discuss time management, study skills, and mutual expectations for staying in touch.
Talk about how your student will finance their education.
Explore programs and services available to assist your student.
Provide a reminder of life skills (including doing laundry, managing a bank account, eating well, accessing healthcare).
Remind your student to add their cell phone number to the PSUAlert System to receive text and/or voice alerts.