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First-Year Student Checklist


Welcome to Guilford

Congratulations on your admission to Guilford College! Please complete the following items by the listed deadlines using the "First-Year Checklist" Canvas page. Here are the instructions to login to Canvas.

Important Note:

Items are added throughout the spring and summer, so check back often (and check your email). We look forward to seeing you on campus in August!

If you have questions about your application, your deposit, or the information below, please contact your counselor or the Office of Admission at 336.316.2100 or admission@guilford.edu.

New, admitted first-year students must use Canvas to complete the following tasks. Keep reading below for all login instructions and important deadlines.


ASAP - Reserve your Spot at Guilford

            Register for Spring Into Guilford

            Familiarize Yourself With Guilford Resources

            Tuition Payments

            Modern Language Course Placement

            Connect with Faculty From Your Intended Major

May 1 - Housing Accommodations Requests to the Accessibility Resource Center (ARC)

May 1 - Complete the FAFSA

May 1 - (or as soon as possible) Register for Housing

June 1 - Accept Your Federal Student Loans

June 1 - Register for Disability Services Through the ARC

June 1 - Residency Determination

July 1 - Submit Your Final Transcript

July 1 - Complete Your Immunization Form

Aug. 17 - Check-In

Aug. 19 - First Day of Class


Congratulations — your checklist is now complete! We'll see you in August for check-in. It's going to be a great year!



Useful Contacts

If you have any questions, call the Office of Admission at 336.316.2100 or one of the following: