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    For New Marxe Graduate Students

    Getting Started at Baruch

    We know that starting a new graduate program at a new school may not be easy, so we came up with a checklist for new students to follow as they prepare for their first semester. Below you can view good resources and offices to keep in mind while getting started at Baruch.

    Marxe Academic Advisement New Student Checklist for MPA, MIA, and MSEd-HEA Students

    Online MPA and Certificate students will receive a program specific checklist upon depositing in a welcome email.

    New Graduate Student Checklist | Marxe Academic Advisement

    Essential Action Items
    Academic Planning & Preparation
    Getting Connected
    Final Tasks A Week Before Classes Begin
    Claim your CUNYfirst Account Review curriculum and program requirements

    You can find the curriculum for each program on the Marxe Academics page.

    Look-up & Activate student email account Baruchmail

    Can be activated 48 hours AFTER registering for classes

    Review your schedule on CUNYfirst Student Center

    The last day to make changes to your schedule without additional charges is always the day before the semester begins.

    Submit Medical Records

    You must submit all your medical records to be able to register for classes.

    Identify first semester courses & review course schedule:

    Review our Registering For Your First Semester page

    Look up your Baruch Username 

    Used for WiFi, Baruch Library, and Technology Access

    Log onto Brightspace to check for course content

    Not all professors post materials days before the semester begins or use Brightspace for class.

    Attend Orientation Part 1: Virtual Academic Advisement Session for New Graduate Students Register for courses through Schedule Builder

    View the Student Guide on Schedule Builder

    View video walkthroughs

    Sign up for Info Sessions and Workshops designed for new students Attend Orientation Part 2: New Student Welcome & Resource Fair
    International Students Only: Attend Mandatory ISSC Orientation Begin your First Semester at Marxe

    Be sure to check out the Academic Calendar for important deadlines and dates before each semester.

    If for any reason your plans change and you are no longer able to attend the semester, please be sure to DROP any classes you have registered for, otherwise you will be liable for the tuition; and inform MSPIA.Admissions@baruch.cuny.edu to learn about next steps and deferral options. 

     

    Financial Aid for Graduate Students

    The Office of Financial Aid offers graduate and professional students enrolled in degree programs federal aid to assist them in funding their college education. Click here for a list of financial aid options available to you and your next steps to successfully apply. You may also email FASgraduate@baruch.cuny.edu if you have any specific and further questions about your financial aid.

    Check our New Student Events and Workshops page for upcoming Financial Aid Workshops!

    Activating your Student Email - Baruchmail, powered by Office 365

    It is very important to activate and frequently check your Baruch Student Email account or Baruchmail prior to the start and throughout the semester. Important messages from the College, your professors, Advisement and Financial Aid are only sent to your Baruchmail.

    FIRST TIME USER? CLAIM YOUR BARUCHMAIL ACCOUNT!

    • New students should be able to activate and claim your Baruchmail account 48 hours after you have registered for classes.
    • Your student email IS NOT your CUNYfirst username (first.last##@login.cuny.edu), please do not confuse the two.
    • Check your Baruchmail on your Mobile Device – Add your Baruchmail account to your mobile device and check it anytime! Click here to find out more!
    • Prior CUNY Students: Students who have attended CUNY previously should change their preferred email to reflect the Baruchmail email address. Click here for instructions on how to do so.
    Brightspace

    Brightspace is a cloud-based learning management system (LMS) that runs blended and fully
    online courses. It was developed by D2L and designed to provide the tools necessary for content
    creation, assignment submissions, communication, and assessment by combining a
    collaborative and interactive virtual learning environment.

    View the Brightspace: Student Tutorial

    For Brightspace help and support for Brightspace email helpdesk@baruch.cuny.edu

     

    The Baruch Computing and Technology Center (BCTC)

    The Baruch Computing and Technology Center (BCTC), provides access to information and communication technologies for students, faculty and staff. BCTC is a helpful resource for students getting started and throughout their academic career at Baruch.

    BCTC’s HelpDesk responds to problems dealing with computer hardware and software, network services, telephone service and media services. The Help Desk also provides support for CUNYFirst.

    BCTC Resources

    Distance Learning Resources
    • Student Technology Loan Program for Distance Learning
    • Baruch Username(used for Newman Library Remote Access)
    • Downloading Microsoft Office Software (free to ALL enrolled students)
    • CUNY Virtual Desktop (for SPSS and other analytical software)
    On-Campus Resources
    • Computer Labs
    • Printing
    • Wireless Printing
    • Scanning
    • Student Practice Rooms For Presentations
    • WiFi
    Tech Troubleshooting 
    • Help Desk-Tech Troubleshooting
    • Brightspace Student Guide
    • Zoom Troubleshooting & FAQs
    Medical Records Office: Submitting Immunization Forms

    In order for the Office of Undergraduate Admissions/Medical Records Unit to process your immunization records, we strongly advise you to email your immunization records to medicalrecords@baruch.cuny.edu. 

    Keep in mind that you do not need a doctor to fill out the form. If you currently cannot meet with your doctor or healthcare professional, please email whatever documents you have and Medical Records will review them. Please email any questions to medicalrecords@baruch.cuny.edu.

    *Online MPA Students need to clear immunization requirements only if you are interested in obtaining a Baruch ID to access the campus.

    ID Center: Getting Your Student ID Card
    IMPORTANT MESSAGE 

    For registered students who require an CUNYCard ID, you are welcome to walk in to obtain your ID Card; no appointments needed

    All students who must enter the building for their in-person or hybrid classes at Baruch College must have a CUNYCard ID. The first CUNYCard ID you receive is complimentary. After that, there will be a charge of $10.00 (cash only) to replace your ID card.

    All students must have registered and paid their tuition before they can get a CUNYCard ID.

    Click Here for the ID Center’s Hours of Operation

    Campus Tour of Baruch

    Get to know the Baruch College Campus with this Virtual Tour or schedule a campus tour.

    Marxe Advisement also organizes campus tours for new students during orientation. Please refer to our New Student Events and Workshops page for more details.

    Helpful Documents

    Baruch and Marxe Administrative Office Guide

    Graduate Academic Advisement Student Handbook


    Austin W. Marxe School of Public and International Affairs 135 East 22nd Street (Lexington Avenue) 646-660-6700
    mspia.admissions@baruch.cuny.edu
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