CUSTOMS for CBAS Students
If you have been admitted to MTSU for an upcoming semester and have not yet registered for our new student orientation program called CUSTOMS, DO THAT NOW! The information below will supplement the on-line CUSTOMS modules, the on-campus/virtual CUSTOMS experience, as well has help you navigate your course registration process. Once you get registered for a CUSTOMS date, you will be emailed a link directing you towards the on-line CUSTOMS modules. These will need to be completed no less than four days prior to your scheduled on-campus date. In order to be eligible for course registration, you MUST register for a CUSTOMS date AND complete the on-line CUSTOMS modules.
No less than two days prior to your CUSTOMS date, you will receive a VERY DETAILED e-packet from your Academic Advisor outlining what to expect, a homework assignment related to course registration, and MANY other things! This will arrive in your MTSU email account, so it's crucial that you have that set up AND are checking it regularly!
It is imperative that you review the material your Advisor sends you BEFORE your CUSTOMS date. Completing these tasks in advance will greatly enhance your CUSTOMS experience and help you be more prepared for the day.
It's best that you have access to your own device for course registration. Registration will take place in a computer lab but if you bring a laptop or tablet things will go much quicker. We do not recommend that you use your phone for registration.
Your classes will start the week of August 28th. It's best that you take some time to walk your class schedule PRIOR to the first week so you don't get lost on the first day.
Before CUSTOMS:
- Familiarize yourself with the Zoom platform if you chose a Virtual CUSTOMS.
- Create your Password by clicking on "Password Recovery Tool" and following instructions provided.
- Use your newly created password to access your PipelineMT and MTSU Email Account.
- Complete placement testing (if applicable).
- Did you choose the right major that's best for you?
- Submit final transcript after graduation - this includes High School transcripts, Dual Enrollment transcripts, CLEP scores, AP scores, etc.
- Submit proof of citizenship or lawful presence in the US.
- Submit proof of Selective Service registration (if applicable).
- Submit proof of immunization to Health Services.
- Apply for Financial Aid and Scholarships.
- Fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
- Apply for Housing.
- Purchase a Meal Plan
- Download the MT Mobile app.
During CUSTOMS:
- CBAS New Student Handbook.
- DegreeWorks - degree audit tool that monitors your academic progress towards degree completion.
- General Education Course Descriptions.
- How to use PipelineMT’s Look Up Classes tool.
- How to use the Schedule Planner tool.
- T.E.A.M. - Transfer Equivalencies.
- Undergraduate Catalog.
After CUSTOMS:
- Download the MT Mobile app.
- Do you need to register with our Disability Access Center?
- Registration Guide - bookmark for important dates related to fee payment deadlines, drop deadlines, etc.
- Check your Coursework Toward Program of Study (CPoS) link in Pipeline for accuracy.
- Pay fees and confirm class schedule - Bills will be posted to student accounts on July 14th and will be due August 14th.
- Pick up your parking pass - must be picked up in person at Parking Services AFTER fees are paid.
- Get your Blue ID
- TEXTBOOKS
- Submit final transcripts after graduation - this includes High School transcripts, Dual Enrollment transcripts, CLEP scores, AP scores, etc.
- If you are a Veteran/Dependent using Veteran benefits, check here to make sure everything is ready to go!
- GET INVOLVED
Download the MTSU Mobile App