Runners compete in the 800 meter dash at a triad track and field meet at Commonwealth University-Bloomsburg, formerly Bloomsburg University.

Student-Athlete Next Steps

  1. Admissions
  2. I’ve Been Admitted
  3. Student-Athlete Next Steps

Congratulations on your academic and athletic accomplishments! Use this page to be sure you're game day ready for this upcoming school year.

  1. Submit Your Enrollment Deposit

    Make it official! Your $200 enrollment deposit secures your spot at Commonwealth University with the incoming class and launches the next phase of admissions, such as getting set up with orientation, residence life, and a step closer to landing a roommate.

    Pay Your Deposit

    Connect with Your Counselor

    You’ve got questions, and we’ve got answers. We’re here to help. Find your admissions counselor below and connect today.

    Connect with us

  2. Check Your University Email

    After you pay your deposit, you will receive a New Student Account letter in your application portal containing your Commonwealth U username and password, giving you access to your university email address, MyCommonwealth, and more! It's important to activate your email as soon as possible as this is the primary way the university will communicate with you. 

    Application Portal

    You can check your admission status, letters, and important updates by logging in to your Application Portal using the personal email address and password created when you originally applied.

    Check Your Status

  3. File Your FAFSA

    Submit your Free Application for Federal Student Aid. By completing the FAFSA form, you'll make sure you're taking advantage of the best student loan options, as well as become eligible for grants, work-study, and scholarships. Once your financial aid offer is ready, you will receive an email to view your offer. 

    NOTE: If you are receiving athletic aid from your coach, this will not post until your Grant in Aid Agreement is signed and paperwork is processed through the Athletic Office and returned to Financial Aid. 

    More Information

    FAFSA Tip:

    Please use your campus Federal Title IV Code on the FAFSA:

    Bloomsburg: 003315
    Lock Haven: 003323
    Mansfield: 003324

  4. Housing & Dining Application

    The 2025-2026 housing application will become available to deposited students in Mid-March 2025. More information will posted in your application portal closer to the launch of the application. 

    Bloomsburg Housing Lock Haven Housing Mansfield Housing

    Hungry? We've got you covered.

    Bloomsburg Dining

    Lock Haven Dining 

    Mansfield Dining 

  5. NCAA Eligibility Center Checklist

    If you want to compete in NCAA sports, you need to register with the NCAA Eligibility Center. Incoming student-athletes should register with an academic and amateurism certification account to ensure you meet all eligibility requirements. 

    Eligibility Center

    NCAA Division I and II

    If you're thinking about playing college sports, it's crucial to know what this means – and it's best to start learning now.

    Eligibility FAQ

  6. New Student Orientation

    Be sure to register for New Student Orientation (NSO) where you can meet other incoming students, work on your Fall class schedule, and learn more about campus resources to ensure you start your year off strong.

    Register for Orientation

    Class Schedule Information

    Your first semester schedule is created for you by our Registrar's Office to ensure a strong start to your college experience. Once you’ve submitted your deposit, you’ll gain access to a short survey in your application portal where you can share your preferences for general education courses.

    Degree Maps

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Additional Resources