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Your Future Awaits at NKU – Come Back to Move Forward

Reconnect with your dreams, reignite your goals, and complete your journey at NKU.

�ճ��’s no fee to reapply to С��èֱ��! Take the next step toward the future you deserve! Earned college credit while you were away? Be sure to request your official transcripts and have them sent to nkuadmissions@nku.edu.

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Whether picking up where you left off or exploring a new direction, we’re here to help you every step of the way.

Returning Student Checklist

Once you are re-admitted to С��èֱ��, here are your next steps to get started!

Reset your С��èֱ��
Request your ISO number, if forgotten
Fill out the and be sure to add С��èֱ��'s school code (009275)
Apply for scholarships
- Students in an online accelerated program are not eligible for institutional scholarships.
Get familiar with your college and major again, or find a new one!
Check out the university catalog
Set up an advising appointment
- If you are returning with 30 or more earned hours in a declared major, or are in an online accelerated major (OnlineA), you will be advised by a college advisor. If you are returning with 29 or less hours, or you are a declared Exploratory Studies major, you will be advised by the Adult and Transfer Center. If you are unsure of your major or would like to change majors, please contact the Adult and Transfer Center.

Resources for Returning Students

С��èֱ�� is here to support your success. Explore the resources below to stay on track, connect with support services, and achieve your goals.

- The Office of Student Accessibility ensures equal access to educational opportunities by coordinating accommodations for students with disabilities.
- The many advising offices on campus help students plan their educational path, explore majors, and stay on track toward graduation.
- Get a head start on your career journey! Check out the wide range of co-ops, internships, and jobs available for С��èֱ�� students.
Financing Your Education
- Discover financial opportunities such as scholarships, grants, and loans.
- University Housing offers on-campus living options that support academic success, personal growth, and community engagement.
International Students and Scholar Services
- ISSS supports international students with immigration advising, cultural adjustment, and academic integration.
- The Veterans Resource Station assists military-affiliated students in accessing education benefits, support services, and campus resources.
- This guide connects students to on-campus services and community programs to meet essential needs like food, housing, and healthcare.
- This resource helps students get started with essential campus technology, including email, Wi-Fi, and learning platforms.
- Student Account Services manages billing, payments, and student account information to help students understand and meet financial obligations.
Tutoring
- С��èֱ�� offers free academic support through tutoring, study sessions, and academic coaching to help students succeed through the Learning PLUS office.
- UCAP provides individualized support to help students overcome barriers and stay on track to graduation.

Credit for Prior Learning

С��èֱ�� accepts transfer credits from thousands of colleges, workplaces, and military training – saving you time and money on your degree.

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Project Graduate

Project Graduate is a statewide initiative to assist adult learners who have accumulated 80 credit hours to return to finish their first bachelor's degree.

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