Welcome MS in Business Analytics New Students

Welcome to the Wake Forest community! We are excited to work with you to ensure that the Master of Science in Business Analytics (MSBA) program is a challenging and rewarding experience.

In this section of the website, you will find pertinent information and materials to prepare you for the upcoming school year. Please read all pages thoroughly and carefully. Additionally, after you activate your WFU email account, we strongly encourage you to check it regularly for University and School related action items and information.

NEXT STEPS

As a first step, make sure you submit your enrollment deposit to officially accept our offer of admission. Next, we recommend you review the information and action items below to help facilitate your transition to Wake Forest.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS

  1. July 8-9, 2024: New Student Orientation (See Orientation)
  2. July 10, 2024: First day of class
  3. Note: A full class schedule and book list will be provided to you in late June.

To review the current School of Business Academic Calendar visit the Academic Services page and click the link in the left column.

COMPLETE WHEN YOU ACCEPT OUR OFFER OF ENROLLMENT

  1. Submit your non-refundable enrollment deposit (refer to your admission letter). (See Enrollment Deposit)
  2. Complete the FAFSA to begin the financial aid process. (See Financial Aid)
  3. Activate your WFU account and enable Google 2-Step Verification within 10 days of receiving the account activation email you should expect within a few day of making your enrollment deposit. (See Computing)
  4. Log in to Student Workday to begin the formal University required onboarding processes.
  5. International Students Only: Watch for instructions on I-20 documentation to your WFU account a week after WFU email activation.
  6. Join the MSBA Class of 2025 LinkedIn group. (See Join Social Groups)
  7. Secure local housing. (See Housing)
  8. Consider registering for the optional Summer Programming Bootcamp by May 31.
  9. Pay tuition for the Summer semester (due June 1 or immediately upon payment of deposit if admitted after June 1). (See Student Financial Services)

COMPLETE BY JUNE 23, 2024

  1. Submit your final, official transcript that indicates you have earned your degree(s). (See Final Transcript)
  2. Secure health insurance, required immunizations and complete the WFU Health and Immunization form. (See Health & Immunization)
  3. If you plan to park on campus during the summer or fall/spring sessions, you will need to purchase a parking permit.  (See Parking)
  4. Upload photo for Deacon OneCard, download required MSBA software, and complete other student agreements on The New Student Agreements & Tasks site. (See Textbooks & Pre-Work)
  5. Consider an elective tuition insurance plan that could help minimize financial loss from an unexpected withdrawal due to sickness or injury. Must apply before first day of classes.

QUESTIONS: Contact Cherie Fu, Associate Director, MSBA Integrative Student Services, at 336.758.5761 or fuy@wfu.edu.