Student Support/Services - Graduate
Important Links
https://www.southernct.edu/academics/catalogs
View current and previous academic catalogs, view current and future course schedules and availability.
Distance Education Library Support Services
http://libguides.southernct.edu/distance
A guide to Buley Library's services and support for online teaching and learning, plus links to selected resources for online research
Registration for Current Students
https://inside.southernct.edu/onestop
Current students may complete registration and bill payment following these step-by-step instructions.
Tuition & Fees
https://inside.southernct.edu/onestop/bill-payment/tuition-fees
This listing is intended to help estimate the costs of attending Southern and students are responsible for any fee increase that the Board of Regents authorizes up to the first day of classes.
Helpful Links
Financial Aid Office
https://inside.southernct.edu/onestop/financial-aid
(203) 392-5222
Financial Aid Office will assist you with applying for and understanding Financial Aid Basics…. Grants, Loans and College Work-Study
Registrar's Office
https://inside.southernct.edu/onestop
(Add-Drop Classes; Check Registration Status)
(203) 392-5301
The Registrar's Office is responsible for maintaining the accuracy of student records. Services provided by the Registrar's Office include registration services, graduation services, transcript requests, enrollment and degree verifications, classroom scheduling, grade processing, and applications for in-state residency.
Student Accounts Office
https://inside.southernct.edu/onestop/bill-payment
(Student Accounts Office)(Tuition and Fees; Pay Your Bill)
(203) 392-6140
Student Accounts Office enable and assist students in meeting their financial obligations by issuing accurate bill statements, ensuring the timely posting of payments, and providing efficient student account services.
University Card Office
http://hootloot.southernct.edu/
(Student ID/Hoot Loot card)
(203) 392-7077
Southern Connecticut State University's Card Office is your Hoot Loot headquarters. The SCSU Hoot Loot ID card is the official multi-purpose identification card for all University students, faculty and staff. Use the menu to the left to navigate our site and learn more about the Hoot Loot ID card, its benefits and features.
Quick Links
Information Technology
Here you can find links for many popular technology services offered by Information Technology.
Blackboard Learn, MySCSU Student Portal, Password Reset
Through this link you can access your classes online with Blackboard Learn, pay your school bills, see your student records, add money to your hoot loot card, view holds on your account, and take surveys through MySCSU’s Student Portal and Banner Student, and reset your password here under Password Reset.
SCSU Helpdesk and User Services Team
https://helpdesk.southernct.edu/; 203-392-5123
Assistance with online access to classes, email, and printing. The User Services Team provides direct end-user support to the SCSU Campus. IT Technicians are stationed on the first floor of Buley Library. This one-stop IT support hub is available to all members and affiliates of the university.
Frequently Used
http://southernct.edu/directory
Directories by name of faculty and staff; or by department and school
Food Services
https://www.southernct.edu/student-life/dining
Information about the hours, locations, items available, and meal plan fees for all food services located on SCSU’s campus, including the Connecticut Dining Hall, Dunkin Donuts, Chicken Grill, Freshen’s Mondo’s Subs and 2Mato, the Bagel Wagon, North Campus Market, the Davis Hall Kiosk, and the Buley Library Café.
OwlConnect (Involvement)
https://owlconnect.southernct.edu/
Access here to find out what is happening on campus. Find organizations, attend events, and track involvement.
https://inside.southernct.edu/shuttle-services
The Southern Connecticut Shuttle Service is a cooperative safety-oriented transportation service, offered to the SCSU community through the University Police Department. The SCSU Shuttle system operates on a fixed route schedule, providing safe, convenient, and reliable transportation throughout the campus and surrounding community.
Academic Services
Center for Academic Success and Accessibility Services
The Academic Success Center’s aim is to assist students to become more independent and self-motivated learners, to master course material, and to develop and apply effective study strategies. This center serves the entire student body by helping students prepare, advance, and excel. It will provide an environment that is personal, caring, accessible, and friendly where students can make it their home for academic support. We also ensure educational equity for students with disabilities. We provide assistance and information on issues of access to ensure the full participation of students with disabilities at Southern.
http://southern-ct.bncollege.com
The bookstore is where you can purchase textbooks, apparel, gifts & accessories, supplies & electronics, special offers, and collections.
Career and Professional Development
https://inside.southernct.edu/careers
The Office of Career and Professional Development is here to help you define and enact your vision of career success. We offer a comprehensive array of services both in-person and online, delivered by a friendly and knowledgeable staff. Each student receives a customized experience by working with the staff to address individual needs. Whether you are meeting with a staff member or visiting us on our website, the OCPD team is available to assist you with all aspects of your career journey.
http://southernct.edu/financial-advising/
This department works collaboratively with various cross-divisional staff to design, implement, and assess financial literacy programs and financial planning services for prospective and current students. Through advising, outreach and on-campus programming, I raise awareness about financial literacy, student aid programs, scholarships, career paths, and financial obligations. I create individual financial plans aligned with student academic plans culminating in timely degree completion.
Buley Library
http://libguides.southernct.edu/home
View the library’s hours, search through databases, access the library’s online catalog, and utilize all library services.
Registrar
https://inside.southernct.edu/onestop
Services provided by the Registrar's Office include registration services, transcript requests, enrollment and degree verifications, applications for in-state residency, changes to enrollment status, degree audit, awards, and diploma services, academic polices and procedures, and transfer credit approvals for continuing students.
Resources
Distance Education Library Support Services
http://libguides.southernct.edu/distance
A guide to Buley Library's services and support for online teaching and learning, plus links to selected resources for online research
Immunization Requirements
https://inside.southernct.edu/health-services/health-form-instructions
Documentation of immunization must be submitted to the Granoff Student Health Center prior to registration.
SCSU_SCALA
ILS Department Mailing List including all current students and faculty members.
To subscribe to scsu_scala, send an email to scsu_scala-subscribe@lists.southernct.edu with a blank message body.
To post messages to the list send an email to scsu_scala@lists.southernct.edu
If you wish to continue your subscription to the mailing list after graduation, please re-subscribe using your personal email account, such as Gmail or Yahoo mail, as your Southern email account will be deactivated shortly after graduation.
http://southernct.edu/sexual-misconduct/
Sexual harassment and sexual violence (sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, and sexual exploitation) are not acceptable behaviors in our community and are violations of the law, University policies and Student Code of Conduct. The University is committed to providing prevention education and support services to our survivors and holding perpetrators accountable.
http://southernct.edu/student-life/office-of-student-affairs/student-handbook.html
Read the current Student Handbook
Current Students
Graduate Commencement Information
Use the links below to access information about special events, academic standards and policies, and other campus resources.
Frequently Asked Questions on the Continuous Enrollment Policy
The links below may be of further interest to Graduate students:
*right click (attached files) and save link as before filling out forms electronically.
Leave of Absence
https://inside.southernct.edu/onestop/forms
Students who need to take time off from their studies, with the intention of returning, must submit a Leave of Absence form to the Registrar’s Office and are strongly encouraged to meet with their faculty advisor to discuss plans for degree completion. Students may take a leave of absence for up to two consecutive semesters (12 months) without the need to reapply for admission when they return.
Forms
https://inside.southernct.edu/onestop/forms
Forms found here include Leave of Absense forms, Change of Major/Minor, Grade Appeal Form, Late Add/Drop Appeal, Enrollment Verification, Selection of Degree Program, Transfer Credit Request (Undergraduate and Graduate), etc.
Online Graduate Application
https://inside.southernct.edu/onestop/forms
Use this link to access the Graduate Admissions Portal where you apply for graduation. View Frequently Asked Questions and consult the Graduate Catalog using this link as well.
Last updated: January 24, 2024