Pre-Enrollment Checklist April & May Next Steps June & July Next Steps August Next Steps September & October Next Steps September & October 2025 Pre-Enrollment Checklist ItemsSee details below for:Attending Math & Coding CampAttending The Mathematical Methods for PhD/MACRM ProgramSubmitting proof of immunizationsSubmitting pre-registrationTaking the Advanced Core Course Waiver ExamsCompleting CliftonStrengths AssessmentAttending Orientation Welcome WeekTaking the Math examReviewing Autumn quarter billStarting Autumn academic quarterElecting or waiving University Student Health Insurance (U-SHIP)September 2: Start of Math & Coding CampAll Master's Students (Except MACRM)This three-week review course is designed to ensure that incoming master's students are prepared for the mandatory math exams held during Welcome Week.September 2: Start of the Mathematical Methods Program for PhD/MACRM StudentsPhD and MACRM StudentsAll incoming Harris PhD and MACRM students are required to participate in the Mathematical Methods Program. September 5, 2025: Deadline to sign up for Core Course Waiver ExamsAll Master's Students (Except MACRM)We will hold Core Course Waiver Exams in-person, in September before the start of Autumn Quarter. Master's students interested in waiving the advanced core courses based on prior coursework should sign up to take these exams. We will provide more information on these exams in early June. Early September: Autumn Pre-Registration PeriodAll StudentsYou will be able to rank up to 10 class sections of core courses. At the end of the pre-registration period, you will be automatically registered for your desired courses and selections based on preferences and class availability.Mid-September: Core Course Waiver ExamsAll Master's Students (Except MACRM)We will hold Core Course Waiver Exams in-person, in September before the start of Autumn Quarter. Master's students interested in waiving the advanced core courses based on prior coursework should sign up to take these exams. We will provide more information on these exams in early June. Mid-September: Deadline to complete CliftonStrengths AssessmentYou came to Harris because you want to drive social impact and we want to help you maximize your goals. After more than 30 years of research, Gallup has developed the CliftonStrengths™ assessment as a way to harness your talents and unlock your fullest potential, academically and professionally. September 22: Start of Orientation Welcome WeekWelcome Week is the culmination of your new student orientation experience and is comprised of a week of programs to ease your transition into graduate student life at Harris. The full schedule will be available in July but save the date for Welcome Week, taking place September 22-26!September 23: Required Math ExamAll Master's Students (Except MACRM)All incoming Harris master's students–with the exception of those in the MACRM program–will take theses mandatory exam on the first day of Welcome Week. Make sure you're prepared!September 29: Start of the Autumn Academic QuarterAll StudentsGet ready to take the wheel and drive social change. See the Harris Academic Calendar for additional information about start and end dates for each quarter and other important dates.Early October: Autumn Quarter Bill Due DateAll StudentsYour tuition and associated fees are generally due prior to the start of class. See billing dates on the Bursar's website.Mid-October: Deadline to Confirm/Waive Student Health InsuranceAll StudentsAll registered students are required to have health insurance and must enroll in or waive the University Student Health Insurance Plan (U-SHIP). If you have existing insurance coverage, you can waive out of U-SHIP by providing proof of alternate comparable coverage during the enrollment period. More information will be available during the summer.Mid-October: Deadline for Submitting Proof of ImmunizationAll StudentsThe State of Illinois and the University of Chicago require all students to have proof of immunity and/or vaccinations for certain diseases/illnesses. You will receive information soon about immunization requirements and instruction for submitting documentation. In the meantime, you can learn more about the immunizations required for enrollment.