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Frequently Asked Questions—Miscellaneous

• All students
  • When do classes start?
  • How do I register for Commencement?
• Undergraduate Day students
  • When are Activities Periods?
  • What are the differences between a dual major, a double major, a double degree, and a second baccalaureate?
  • How do I change my date of graduation?
• Graduate students
  • How do I change my date of graduation?
• Students in the School of Professional and Continuing Studies (SPCS)
  • How do I access my course in Blackboard?
  • How do I find out who my advisor is?
  • How do I apply for an SPCS program?
• Alumni/alumnae
  • How can I obtain my NUID?

When do classes start?

Academic calendars can be found on the Registrar's web site under calendars.

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How do I register for Commencement?

Log on to the myNEU Web Portal. Using the Self-Service tab you will find the Commencement link located at the bottom left corner of the screen. Choose the My Commencement option and complete the questionnaire provided.

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When are Activities Periods for Undergraduate Day students?

Activities periods for Undergraduate Day students are scheduled as follows:

• Fall and Spring Semesters
  • Wednesdays, 11:45 AM to 1:25 PM
  • Thursdays, 2:50 PM to 4:30 PM

• Summer Semesters
  • Mondays, 11:40 AM to 1:20 PM

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For Undergraduate Day students, what are the differences among a dual major, a double major, a double degree, and a second baccalaureate?

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I am an Undergraduate Day student. How do I change my date of graduation?

Please contact your academic advisor.

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I am a graduate student. How do I change my date of graduation?

Please contact your department.

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I am a student in the School of Professional and Continuing Studies (SPCS). How do I access my course in Blackboard?

• Answer

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I am a student in the School of Professional and Continuing Studies (SPCS). How do I find out who my advisor is?

• List of SPCS advisors

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I am a student in the School of Professional and Continuing Studies (SPCS). How do I apply for an SPCS program?

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I am an alumnus or alumna. How can I obtain my NUID?

Your NUID is located on your transcript, which you can obtain in person at 120 Hayden Hall or by faxing a Transcript Request Form or a School of Law Transcript Request Form as appropriate to the Registrar's Office at 617.373.5351. You can also obtain your NUID if you come to 120 Hayden Hall with proper ID (driver's license, passport, etc.).

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