学生辅导 & 注册(上升)

Your PBA journey will begin with a virtual experience called SOAR: 学生辅导 and Registration.

旨在向您介绍PBA的所有内容, your SOAR experience will be an opportunity to familiarize yourself with campus resources, 巩固你的课程表, 认识一年级的同学, 与顾问和员工交谈, learn about important information and discover all that awaits you as a Sailfish. 整个夏季, departments across the University will host live virtual information sessions and accept appointments for one-on-one meetings so you can get all of your questions answered.

Ready to SOAR?

You can register for SOAR once you’ve paid your 注册订金. Visit the link below to register for a variety of different opportunities to get yourself ready to arrive this Fall! All of these virtual opportunities will take place over Microsoft Teams and are encouraged for all incoming students. Parents are welcome to attend the sessions along with their students. You can also make one-on-one virtual appointments with campus resources! Skim through the information below to learn more and register here when you’re ready to SOAR!

额外的信息

欢迎,未来的旗鱼! We’re so excited to have you as part of the Sailfish family. Look through the tabs below to explore more about each of the available SOAR sessions, or schedule a one-on-one appointment if you have more specific questions.

Before you arrive, you’ll need to complete all of the items on your 登记清单. 你可以找到你的注册清单 here.

了解更多关于奖学金的信息, 提交FAFSA, and how to take care of your bill so you’re ready to dive into your time as a Sailfish.

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如需经济援助,请联系 finaid@rockmark.net or 561-803-2126

For help with student account matters, contact student_accounts@rockmark.net or 561-803-2152

For your first semester at PBA, the Academic GPS office assists in building your course schedule. Learn more about how to request changes to your schedule so you can get the classes you need to start strong.

如果你有问题,请联系 academic_gps@rockmark.net or 561-803-2072

什么是学术GPS?

We are a team in the Registrar’s Office that creates your first schedule, 协助学位计划和建议. GPS stands for Guiding, Planning and Scheduling.

我如何找到我的时间表?

登录到MyPBA并单击“学生”选项卡. Then click on My Course Schedule on the left side. 如果时刻表默认为2023年春季, click on View Details and change the term to 2023-2024 Fall Semester.

What does “R” mean on my schedule for the days of the week?

The weekdays are M (Monday), T (Tuesday), W (Wednesday), R (Thursday), and F (Friday). Therefore, a class listed as TR meets on Tuesday and Thursday.

A class on my schedule does not list days or times but shows as “OL”. 这是什么意思??

This is a fully online class using our online learning software called Canvas (go to MyPBA, Quick Links, Canvas和使用PBA登录凭据). 这门课没有实际上课.

Why do I have a class that says Subterm B (or A)?

The subterms are accelerated sections that meet 8 weeks instead of 16. Subterm A meets the first half of the semester (in Fall 2023 the dates are 8/21-10/15) and Subterm B meets the 2nd half (10/16-12/10). Note that a Subterm B class might not show up in Canvas until near the start date of the class.

我如何更改我的日程安排?

You will need to meet with one of the GPS team either in-person, by phone or by Zoom after 6/1/23.

I see an error on my schedule (I was registered for a class I’ve already taken, 类是冲突的, etc). Who do I tell?

Email Academic_GPS@rockmark.net 我们会改正的. You do not need to make an appointment or wait until June 1st.

How do I change my major from what I originally entered on my application or Course Registration Form?

You can email Academic_GPS@rockmark.net with the change and we will adjust your schedule if necessary.

我已经获得了AA学位. 这能免除我的任何要求吗?

Yes. 大部分信仰, Roots, and Reason (General Education) requirements are automatically met with the exception of Exploring the Bible, 美国社会的自由, 和基督教价值观. However, it must be a conferred Associate of Arts degree. Others such as Associate of Science, Associate of Applied Science, etc. are treated as other transfer work and evaluated line-by-line.

I sent my transcripts to my Admissions Counselor. 还有什么我需要做的吗?

Make sure you have submitted official transcripts which are those sent directly from your previous school to PBA. 您上传的文件不被视为正式文件. Dual enrollment courses taken during high school must be on an official college transcript. We cannot accept them from the high school transcript.

How do I make sure my credit by exam scores are on file with PBA?

你可以十大赌博网站的办公室,电话是 Academic_GPS@rockmark.net. Official AP & CLEP成绩由大学委员会评定.org website. IB和AICE都有自己的门户.

Find out more about the housing application process and important details to make sure you’re prepared to move in to your new home away from home.

Explore on-campus housing options and meal plans here.

如果您有与住房有关的问题,请联系 reslife@rockmark.net or 561-803-2555

Where can I find the policies and rules for PBA students and life on campus?

All guiding principles can be found The Navigator, which is our PBA Student conduct policies. 如果你是住宿学生, additional policies for life on campus can be found in the 居住生活手册. 这两份文件都可以在我们的网站上找到 学生问责页面 在大学网站上. All students must ascent to the policies outlined in their documents every year.

What furniture is provided in the residential rooms?

Each bedroom comes with an XL twin bed, desk, desk chair, and dresser. Most apartments have some common room furniture provided (couch and/or chairs).

住宿学生什么时候可以搬进来?

New Student Move-In is scheduled for Thursday, August 15 & 8月16日星期五. 入住需预约. Residence Life will open up the appointment times after rooms have been assigned. If you are part of PBA Lead or Accelerate, you will move in early on July 27.

我可以带什么来学校?

See the 居住生活手册 for what you can and can’t bring to campus. 居住生活手册

When I move in, how can I hang things on the walls?

Students can use small tacks, small nails or painter tape.

Are command strips and adhesive LED light strips permitted in the rooms?

Neither item is permitted to be attached to the walls. 这两种都会严重破坏墙壁. You can still use your LED light strips but need to attach them with small tacks or painters’ tape.

If I am a residential student, when will I know where I live?

Initial hall assignments will go out on April 18. Students will find out their specific room placement on May 25.

Does PBA have a curfew expectation for students?

Yes, all incoming first year students have curfew for the first semester. You can earn the privilege of not having curfew for the spring by respecting the policy. 宵禁时间见手册.

Do the residence halls have visitation policies?

Yes, there are specific days and times that visitation is permitted in the halls.

我可以要蜡烛或蜡烛/暖蜡器吗?

不,两个都有火灾隐患. You cannot have any items with an exposed heat element including cookware such as crock pots, 乔治·福尔曼烧烤, etc.

我可以带一个迷你冰箱和微波炉吗?

Yes, each room can have one mini-fridge (max 4 cubic ft) and one microwave. There are common microwaves and refrigerators available in each hall.

如何选择室友?

一旦你被分配到你的大厅, you can use the feature on the housing portal called “Roommate Search” to connect with students. You must be mutually matched in the system prior to May 25 to be placed with your preferred roommate.

What if I want to change rooms/halls after I get my assignment?

一旦你拿到房间分配, you can add yourself to the “Room Change” waitlist on the housing portal. We will contact you if/when we are able to move you.

Explore options available to students related to academic support, 残障设施, 以及其他无障碍资源.

如果您有问题,请十大赌博网站 academic_support@rockmark.net or call 561-803-2063

我们是来帮忙的 you talk through insurance documentation and share about the mental health resources available to all students.

与我们联系 counseling_wellness@rockmark.net or call 561-803-2576

咨询与健康联系方式:

Counseling & 健康中心
十大赌博网站
南弗拉格勒大道901号.O. Box 24708
西十大赌博网站,佛罗里达州33416-4708

Counseling_Wellness@rockmark.net

(P) 561-803-2576 (F) 561-803-2499

Have questions about visas, documentation, travel and more? 我们是来帮忙的!

我如何获得F-1学生签证?

你应该到最近的美国移民局申请签证.S. embassy or consulate in your home country using the admission letter and I-20 form from the ISS (国际学生服务) Office at PBA. 你必须支付I-901 SEVIS费用. You can schedule a visa appointment up to 365 days in advance of your program start date.

What is SEVIS?

SEVIS (Student and Exchange Visitor Information System) is the system used to create and update immigration records for F-1 Visa students.

什么是经济资助誓章?

The Affidavit of Financial Support enables international F-1 Visa applicants to verify that they have the necessary financial means to support their education. Verifying financial support also prepares you for demonstrating to U.S. Embassy/Consulate officials that you can afford your education. Demonstrating that you have sufficient funding is important to a successful application for an F-1 Visa. 资金可以来自你的个人账户, sponsors, scholarships, loans, 或者是这些来源的组合.

Is there financial aid for international students?

国际学生没有资格获得美国奖学金.S. federal or state financial aid but may be eligible for other sources of financial aid and scholarships. Undergraduates can qualify for a PBA academic scholarship that reduces tuition costs. 这是一个显著的节省! To find out more about scholarships, please contact your admissions counselor.

Where can I find official information about being an F-1 student?

请浏览网站 www.studyinthestates.dhs.gov to get official and updated information about every step in the process of being an F-1 international student.

What do I need to know about the United States?

You will learn a lot simply by living and studying in America, but it is best to acquire as much information as possible before you come to the United States. 国际学生等网站.Com和studyusa.Com提供有用的信息.

It is also helpful to learn how your country’s currency converts to U.S. dollars and how various measurements in your home country differ from some in the United States.

Who can I contact if I have any issues at the U.S. port?

Please, 联络我们的主要指定官员, 国际空间站办公室主任, Dawn Musgrave-Demarest at 561-803-2162 or PBA Public Safety Office at 561-803-2500 and they will contact a school official.

我可以在校外工作吗?

为了在校外工作, you must obtain work authorization from the ISS Office prior to engaging in any employment. Please remember you need to be an international student for at least one year before applying for off-campus employment.

有校内工作吗?

Yes! Please, be aware that some on-campus jobs are funded through the federal work-study program, and F-1 Visa students are not eligible for these jobs. However, several on-campus jobs are open to F-1 Visa students, 这些工作可以在PBA Handshake上找到. Note that F-1 Visa students must be present on campus to apply.

我怎样才能认识其他国际学生?

You can connect with other international students at PBA by contacting our ISS office. 请电邮至 iss@rockmark.net 了解更多信息.

 

Parents and students: Join a session to hear from a panel of representatives from a variety of campus departments and resources, including the 公共安全部 and more!

如果您对停车有疑问,请十大赌博网站 campus_parking@rockmark.net or call 561-803-2500

回答所有问题

If you have any questions about SOAR that don’t pertain to any of the above departments, 我们鼓励您通过以下方式与我们联系 admit@rockmark.net or call 561-803-2100.