New Students Winter 2009-2010

Congratulations on your acceptance as a student at La Sierra University! The Center for Student Academic Success (C-SAS) looks forward to helping you as you begin classes. We are here to support you throughout your educational experience at LSU.

Please note that all LSU offices will be closed beginning at noon on Thursday, December 24, 2009 and will remain closed through January 2, 2010. Many student service offices will be open on Sunday, January 3 from 9am - 3pm. However, we recommend that all new students complete all steps outlined before Thursday at 12 noon on December 24, 2009 to ensure registration and avoid late fees.

Frequently Asked Questions

Orientation for all new students is on Friday, January 8, 2010, 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm.

If you have not yet applied for admission, please click here:

Step 1 - OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS

ALL STUDENTS: Request that your official transcripts be mailed directly from each school you have attended to:

La Sierra University

Office of Admissions & Records

4500 Riverwalk Parkway

Riverside, CA 92515-8247

Step 2 - CONFIRM YOUR ATTENDANCE TO LSU

TRANSFER STUDENTS: Once the Office of Admissions & Records determines your acceptance, Maritza Aoyagi, Records Specialist, will e-mail you requesting that you confirm your decision to attend LSU.

REPLY to the e-mail as soon as possible to inform the Office of Admissions & Records of your decision.
The process to review your transcripts and determine course equivalencies will NOT begin until you reply to this e-mail. Allow 2-4 weeks for your transcript(s) to be processed.
Once your transcripts are reviewed, you will receive an e-mail informing you that course equivalencies have been determined
For any questions, you may contact Maritza Aoyagi at (951) 785-2930 or by e-mail at maoyagi@lasierra.edu.

Step 3 - PLACEMENT TESTING

Placement exams determine what level of English and math courses students will take.

FIRST TIME COLLEGE STUDENTS: The need for testing is based on your SAT and ACT scores.

To determine if you need testing or to schedule your placement exam(s), call the Learning Support & Testing Center at (951) 785-2896.
Each test costs $20 and requires a valid photo ID.
It is recommended that students who will take placement exams study the online resources here.

TRANSFER STUDENTS: Students transferring appropriate college-level English and/or math credit are not required to take the placement exams. For this reason, it is important to have your official transcripts mailed to LSU as soon as possible.

To determine if you need testing or to schedule your placement exam(s), call the Learning Support & Testing Center at (951) 785-2896.
Each test costs $20 and requires a valid photo ID.
It is recommended that students who will take placement exams study the online resources here.

Step 4 - STATUS OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS

ALL STUDENTS: Call Admissions (951) 785-2176 to find out if your official transcripts have been received.

TRANSFER STUDENTS: Call Records (951) 785-2006 to ask if your official transcripts have been processed (course equivalencies determined); if not, ask for a projected date. You will receive an email confirmation from Records when they have been processed and can be viewed on your "Self-Service."

If your official transcripts have not been processed by Friday, December 11, please call the Center for Student Academic Success (951) 785-2452.

Step 5 - ACADEMIC ADVISING & ALTERNATE PIN

Academic advising and scheduling of classes takes place after placement testing has been determined and completed (if applicable) AND after your transcripts have been received and reviewed.

FIRST TIME COLLEGE STUDENTS: After completing the English and math placement tests, call the Center for Student Academic Success (C-SAS) to schedule an appointment for academic advising (951-782-2452). At the time of advisement you will receive help registering for classes.

TRANSFER STUDENTS: o After receiving confirmation that your transcripts have been reviewed, contact the Center for Student Academic Success (C-SAS) at (951) 785-2452 or by e-mail at advising@lasierra.edu to request an advisor. Allow one to two business days for a response.

After placement tests are taken (if required): the name and contact information of your assigned advisor will be e-mailed to you. Contact your assigned advisor and schedule an advising appointment.
Alternate PIN: Every quarter students receive a new Alternate PIN that is necessary to register for classes. Your advisor will provide you with this Alternate PIN.

Step 6 - STUDENT SELF-SERVICE ACCOUNT

ALL STUDENTS: Before you can clear registration holds and register for classes online, you need to set up your Student Self-Service Account.

Enter LSU ID and 6-digit Web PIN (Web pin is your six-digit birthday, MMDDYY), then click LOGIN (If you have any problems with your pin, contact the registrar’s office immediately by calling (951) 785-2006. Reset pin number (6 digits NO letters) and enter a security question.

If you have difficulty accessing your student account, you can stop by the C-SAS (Sierra Vista Hall, Room 114) or call (951) 785-2452.

Step 7 - REGISTRATION HOLDS

ALL STUDENTS: Registration holds prevent students from registering. Therefore, all holds must be removed before you can register for classes. You can check for registration holds by accessing your Self-Service Account, clicking on "Students," "Student Records," and "View Holds."

To clear holds or for questions about specific holds on your account, you may contact the following departments:

Admissions & Records
Administration Building (lower level)
(951) 785-2006 or (951) 785-2477 (fax)
Student Financial Services
Administration Building # 101
(951) 785-2175 or (951) 785-2942 (fax)
Qualifying(if applicable: Students required to take placement exams have this hold.)
University Studies Office
Administration Building # 203
(951) 785-2499
Health Services
Convenience Center - Suite A
(951) 785-2200 or (951) 785-2263 (fax)
All students are required to have a current health physical (within one year) and up-to-date immunizations. To obtain the Health Record and Physical Examination Form, go here. Both sides of the form must be completed and submitted to LSU Health Services before enrollment.

Step 8 - ON-LINE REGISTRATION

ALL STUDENTS: Classes fill quickly. We highly recommend that students complete their placement tests, get advised, clear holds, and register as early as possible.

For step-by-step registration information click here.

Late registration fees are in effective beginning Jan. 4, 2010.

If you have difficulty registering for classes, you can stop by the C-SAS (Sierra Vista Hall, Room 114) or call (951) 785-2452.

Step 9 - NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION

ALL STUDENTS: The New Student Orientation is not required, but is highly recommended. You will learn useful information pertaining to LSU policies, academic requirements, and campus resources.

Date: Friday, January 8, 2010
Time: 12 pm – 4 pm
Location: Sierra Vista Hall, Room 119 (across from LSU Church at the corner of Sierra Vista Ave. & Pierce St.)

Step 10 - ADDITIONAL ARRANGEMENTS

LSU ID CARD.Once you have registered, you may obtain your LSU ID card by visiting the Student Life Office in the Administration Building, Room 202. You will need to bring a valid photo ID with your name and proof of registration at La Sierra University.

PARKING PERMIT. All vehicles parked on campus are required to display a current La Sierra University parking permit. Obtain your parking permit by visiting the Department of Security found inside Calkins Hall. You will be asked to present proof of insurance. For questions, call (951) 785-2222.

HOUSING ARRANGEMENTS.To reserve a residence hall room, complete the residential hall application online and submit a $100 deposit. For additional information call (951) 785-2025 (Women) or (951) 785-2229 (Men). For other on-campus housing options contact Campus Housing, (951) 785-2511 or see online.

For additional information contact us at:

Center for Student Academic Success
La Sierra University
Sierra Vista Hall (across from LSU Church at the corner of Sierra Vista Ave. & Pierce)
4500 Riverwalk Parkway
Riverside, CA 92515-8247
Phone: (951) 785-2452
Fax: (951) 785-2918
Email: orientation@lasierra.edu