Anoka Ramsey Community College

What to do After Registration

• Set Up Your Technology

  Contact the IT Department if you have any IT related questions:

  • it.helpdesk@anokaramsey.edu or 763.433.1510

  Activate your ARCC email (ARCC homepage > Current Student > Email)

  • Watch this short instructional video here!
  • Know your login information (starid@go.minnstate.edu)
  • Download the Microsoft Outlook app on your cell phone/mobile device
  • Check your email daily
  • Be prepared to your update password each semester

  D2L Brightspace (ARCC homepage > Current Student > D2L Brightspace)

  • Watch D2L Brightspace Tutorials on YouTube
  • Attend a D2L Brightspace Training session at the beginning of the semester

  Need to borrow a computer? Apply for a loaner from Anoka-Ramsey

  • Anoka-Ramsey student computer loaner program application

  Check out low and no cost internet and computer purchasing options

  • Affordable internet and computer options

• Apply for & Finalize Your Financial Aid (FAFSA)

  Apply for Aid (FAFSA)

  • How to apply for financial aid
  • If you are starting classes in Summer 2024, make sure you complete the 2023-2024 FAFSA
  • If you are starting classes in Fall 2024, make sure you complete the 2024-2025 FAFSA

  Make sure your FAFSA has been received by Anoka-Ramsey

  • Log into your eServices account and click on the “Financial Aid” tab in the menu.
  • Questions? Contact the Financial Aid Office
  • Call: 763.433.1500 or email:finanicialaid@anokaramsey.edu

  Make sure your FAFSA is marked as "Complete" in your eServices account

  • Do you have something missing? Contact the Financial Aid Office
    • Call: 764.433.1500 or email:financialaid@anokaramsey.edu

  Respond to your Award Letter

  • Go to your eServices account and click on the “Financial Aid” tab in the left menu
  • To view and respond: Select the “Awards by Credit Level” tab in the left menu
  • To request loans: Select the “Loans” tab in the left menu
    • First-time taking out a loan? Complete loan pre-requirements below:
      • Entrance Counseling
      • Loan Agreement – Master Promissory Note

  Wait for disbursement

  • Disbursement of your award money is the third Tuesday of the semester
  • Additional details about disbursement

• Pay Your Tuition

  SUMMER 2024 PAYMENT DEADLINE IS MAY 6, 2024

  FALL 2024 PAYMENT DEADLINE IS AUGUST 5, 2024.

  YOU MUST COMPLETE ONE OF THE PAYMENT OPTIONS BELOW PRIOR TO THE PAYMENT DEADLINE LISTED ABOVE:

  1. Have your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) on file with Anoka-Ramsey

  • Log into eServices and click the Financial Aid tab, and then Award Letter to see if your FAFSA is on file with Anoka-Ramsey.
  • Students taking Summer 2024 courses should complete the 2023-2024 FAFSA.
  • Students taking Fall 2024 courses should complete the 2024-2025 FAFSA.

  2. Pay your tuition bill in full OR arrange a payment plan OR make a down payment of $300 or 15% of tuition bill (whichever is less)

  • Log into eServices and click on Bills and Payment to complete one of the above options. Select your Anoka-Ramsey billing statement and then use the payment button options to select your choice.

  3. Have a Third Party Authorization on file with the college or contact the college’s Certifying Official if using Veteran’s Benefits.

  Be aware of important financial aid dates and deadlines From the FAFSA priority deadline to when tuition is due, learn about all upcoming important financial aid connected deadlines by clicking here Learn how to pay your tuition If you aren't using financial aid or need to pay a down payment until your aid is on file, click here to learn about the different ways you can pay your tuition.

• Connect to Academic Support

  Office for Students with Disabilities (Accommodations)

  • Provides information and resources to support an environment that is accessible and inclusive for all individuals including an individualized approach to accommodations.

  Counseling Services

  • Provides personal counseling for concerns such as stress and mental health, assists students in finding basic needs resources, and offers career exploration and counseling to support career goals. Book an appointment below:
    • Cambridge student appointments
    • Coon Rapids student appointments

  Tutoring Services

  • Options include scheduled tutoring sessions with peer and professional tutors and asynchronous answers and feedback to essays and questions as well as access to Tutor.com’s services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 

• Get Your Photo ID

  Photo ID Request

  Request your photo ID electronically by following these steps:

  1. You must be registered for the semester you are requesting your ID
  2. Take a photo of yourself following Photo Submission Guidelines below
  3. Complete the Photo ID Request eform and attach your photo

  Once the office receives your request we will process and prepare your ID card and then mail it out to your home/mailing address that is in your student record. Photo IDs may take approximately 10 business days for you to receive.

  Electronic Photo Submission Guidelines

  • Recent COLOR photo of head and shoulders ONLY – typically photo is taken 3-5 feet away.
  • Smile
  • No other visible people or objects
  • Photo taken in good lighting with no shadows or bright spots
  • Face and shoulders forward and centered – no sunglasses, hats, or any other article that obstructs face or hair, no t-shirts with profanity or derogatory verbiage.
  • Orientation of photo to be forward and level, no head tilts or taken from above
  • Saved as a .jpg

  Photos containing any of the following will be rejected

  • Someone other than yourself (animal, baby, parents, inanimate object)
  • Sunglasses or hat
  • Tilted heads, selfies, or glamour shots
  • Comical photos or photos with gestures
  • Backgrounds that are not plain/solid white or dark color
  • Group Photos
  • Low quality or dark or too light photos

  If you have questions regarding the Photo ID process, please email us at photoid@anokaramsey.edu.

• To-Dos for May for Summer classes / August for Fall classes

  • Order your textbooks and other course materials 
    • Summer books will be ready for ordering May 6, 2024
    • Fall books will be ready for ordering August 5, 2024
  • Check ARCC email regularly for communication from your instructors or the college
  • Get familiar with the ARCC website

• To-Dos for the First Week of Summer Session and Fall Semester

  • Contact your Academic Advisor ASAP if you need to make schedule changes
    • Summer Session- Check your schedule in eServices to confirm drop dates
    • Fall Semester- For classes that begin on August 26 , the last day to drop is August 30
  • Understand your class delivery method
    • On-campus classes – attend classes during times listed on your schedule
    • Blended/Hybrid classes – login to D2L the first day of class, attend in person sessions during the times listed on your schedule
    • Online classes – login to D2L the first day of class
      • Synchronous online courses will have required online meeting times
      • Asynchronous online courses will not have required online meeting times, but they will have assignment due dates you are to abide by 
  • Helpful tips for class success
    • • Read and make sure you understand class syllabus
      • Participate in class and do your assignments, quizzes, and tests
      • Ask questions and check in with your instructor during office hours
  • Utilize Tutoring Services for additional studying assistance