UMaine – Your Next Steps for Starting Engineering at MCEC
You’re officially on your way to the Maine College of Engineering and Computing (MCEC), and we couldn’t be more excited to welcome you. Before you arrive on campus, there are a few key steps to complete to ensure you’re fully prepared for your first semester. We’ll guide you through everything.
1. Send Your Official Transcripts
Make sure your official transcripts from any colleges or universities you’ve attended are sent directly to the Office of Student Records at The University of Maine. It’s gotta come straight from the school, not from you. We can’t accept unofficial copies (even if they look awesome).
2. Send Your Test Scores
If you’ve taken the SAT, ACT, IB, or AP exams, make sure your scores are sent to The University of Maine through the College Board website. These scores need to come directly from the testing agency to count, so no shortcuts here!
3. Check Your University of Maine Email
You’ll want to check your University of Maine email regularly! That’s where we’ll send all the important info you need. Trust us—you don’t want to miss it! Set-up your account here: https://go.umaine.edu/get-connected/
4. Keep an Eye on Your MaineStreet Portal
Your MaineStreet portal is where all the action happens! Log in regularly to stay on top of any tasks, updates, and things to know. It’s your one-stop shop for all things enrollment.
5. Download EAB Navigate & Knack Tutoring
We want to make sure you feel supported right from the start. Download EAB Navigate (to keep your schedule organized and connect with your success team) and Knack Tutoring (for tutoring help whenever you need it). You’ve got this!
6. Before We Register You For Classes:
Head over to this link to complete the pre-registration checklist. This will help us choose your general education classes and let us know if you’ve already met any class requirements. It’s a quick way to make sure you’re all set for classes.
7. Apply for Housing
Make sure you head on over to the Housing Portal to fill out your housing application as soon as possible!
8. Relax About Classes—We’ve Got You Covered
We’ve got your first semester classes all lined up for you. So no need to stress about picking courses just yet! You can relax—we’re taking care of that for you.
Looking forward to seeing you on campus soon!
We’re here to help if you have any questions, so don’t hesitate to reach out. You can always email us at mcec.ssac@maine.edu.