Current Students: Accepted Student Frequently Asked Questions

How do I find out about important information?

The Grad School posts important information and messages through JMU email accounts, students should routinely access their JMU email accounts.

How do I register for classes?

First, you should set up your e-mail account, which should be accessible within 24 hours after you've e-mailed or called Grad School as explained in the acceptance letter. Go to https://forums.jmu.edu/accounts and select A: To Activate my e-ID, then follow the instructions. Then go to the JMU home page at www.jmu.edu and click on E-Campus. There, you will be prompted on how to register. If you have problems registering, call 540-568-6166 for assistance.

How do I receive credit for courses taken prior to entering the Graduate Program?

To receive credit for graduate-level courses taken prior to entering the JMU graduate program, you must submit a request to your major advisor during the first semester of enrollment. This transfer request applies to courses taken at JMU (through Outreach Programs) as well as at other accredited institutions. No more than 1/2 of a graduate program's total required hours may be transferred including those taken at JMU prior to acceptance into the graduate program. Students may not transfer in more than 9 credit hours from institutions other than JMU. Approval of Transfer Credit forms are available in the CGOP office or at http://www.jmu.edu/cgop/gradforms.shtml. Only grades of "B" or better are transferable. Courses taken for pass/fail or satisfactory/unsatisfactory are not transferable. Academic work taken more than six (6) years for master students or eight (8) years for doctoral students, before the date at which the advanced degree is awarded may not be used to satisfy degree requirements. For further details about this policy see the Approval of Transfer Credit form.

Do I enroll in a course each semester?

All students in a graduate degree program must register each regular semester (fall and spring) for at least one graduate credit hour to maintain standing in the graduate program.

Where do I get my student identification card (JACard)?

Card Services is located in Warren Hall, 540-568-6446. You must get your card in person because this is a picture ID. The Card Services Web site is www.jmu.edu/cardctr.

Where do I register my vehicle?

You must register your vehicle in order to park on campus. Parking Services, (540) 568-3300 is located in the lower level of the parking deck, located at 381 Bluestone Drive. http://web.jmu.edu/parking/

What if I want to buy health insurance?

For Health Insurance information please call: 800-296-1301 or 540-434-1301.

Where can I find out about Graduate housing?

Visit the Office of Residence Life to apply for graduate housing.

Where can I find out about Financial Aid and Scholarship Information?

Financial Aid and Scholarship information is available at www.jmu.edu/finaid or call 540-568-7820.