CONGRATULATIONS!! YOU ARE ONE STEP CLOSER TO BECOMING A HAWK!

Receiving an offer of admission to Hilbert College is an accomplishment worth celebrating.  We look forward to having you join our caring and supportive community that will engage your mind and create future opportunities for success.  

Please take a moment to review the next steps toward enrollment at Hilbert College to secure your place in the incoming class, complete the on-campus housing process, register for classes, and attend new-student orientation!

Congratulations on your acceptance!

Steps to Enrollment

STEP 1

ACCEPT YOUR ADMISSIONS OFFER!

All students that plan to attend Hilbert must accept their admissions offer by submitting their enrollment deposit.  Students that deposit early will lock in any scholarship offered, receive priority registration, and preferred housing (resident students only)!

Please click the appropriate button to make your secure online payment through PayPal (all major credit cards accepted) so we can formally welcome you to Hilbert College.

All international students must follow the instructions found on the international student page to accept their admissions offer.

**If you experience any errors using PayPal, please contact us directly at (716) 926-8939 to make your payment.

**Due to delays/closures caused by COVID-19, the deadline for the Pot 'O Gold contest has been extended to April 1st**

STEP 2

COMPLETE THE FAFSA APPLICATION

While incoming students are automatically considered for merit scholarships based on academic credentials, all students must complete the FAFSA to qualify for need-based financial aid and receive the best financial aid offer possible.

First, you and your parent/guardian(s) must obtain a free FSA ID and password at: https://fsaid.ed.gov.

Second, file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at https://fafsa.ed.gov for complete consideration of all grants and loans. New York State residents should complete The New York State Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) at www.hesc.ny.gov. 

The new FAFSA application is available on October 1st each year.  It is important to file this as soon as possible.

• Hilbert College federal student code is 002735
• Hilbert College New York state "TAP" code is 2083

For any questions or to make an appointment with our Student Finance Office, please contact them directly at 716-926-8939.

STEP 3

RESIDENT STUDENTS:  COMPLETE HOUSING APPLICATION

Once you have submitted your $225 enrollment deposit, you should complete the following as soon as possible to in order to be eligible for housing at Hilbert College.  Housing assignments will begin after May 1st and will continue until capacity is reached. 

• Complete Housing Application HERE!
  • Please note: You will need a digital copy of your Health Insurance card as all residents are required to have insurance. A photo of the card is an acceptable format of insurance. 

• Sign up for Emergency Texting System

• Fill out the Roommate Preference Form to provide the Office of Residence Life your ideal roommate and housing location.

If you submitted a$100 enrollment deposit as a commuter and want to live on campus, you will need to submit the additional $125 housing deposit as well.  To do so, you may:

              1.  Pay your housing deposit online today!
              2.  Mail your payment (made out to "Hilbert College") to
                    Admissions Office 5200 South Park Ave. Hamburg, NY 14075
              3.  Call in your payment: 716-926-8780 
        
**If you experience any errors using PayPal, please contact us directly at (716) 926-8939 to make your payment.

 

Have questions? Looking to see whats available? Please contact us at reslife@hilbert.edu or at 716-649-7900 ext. 362

STEP 4

REGISTER FOR CLASSES!

**Students that submit their enrollment deposit early will receive priority registration!

Fall 2020 Semester:

New Freshmen:
New freshmen that have accepted their admissions offer by depositing will be registered for classes beginning on April 13th.  Once their class schedule has been created, students will be contacted by their admissions counselor to set up their student account, which is where they will view their fall schedule.  

Transfer/Re-Admit Students:
Transfer students that have accepted their admissions offer by depositing will be contacted by their admissions counselor to schedule an registration appointment.
**Due to COVID-19 concerns, all students will meet with an adviser by phone or virtual appointment**
If you are a transfer or re-admit student that has submitted the deposit and need to schedule your appointment, please call or text 716-221-6684.


Please contact your admissions counselor with any questions.

STEP 5

SUBMIT FINAL TRANSCRIPTS

Have your official high school and/or college transcripts sent to the Office of Admissions. This includes college courses taken while in high school. For students submitting Advanced Placement (AP) scores, please have official scores sent from the College Board. 

For graduating seniors, please be sure to see your School Counselor before your final day of classes to arrange for your final transcripts to be sent. Requests can still be made after the school year ends.

Transfer students can request a final transcript to be sent by contacting the Office of the Registrar at their current institution.

It is VERY important that we receive this information prior to the start of classes.  Failure to do so may result in a hold being placed on your account.

STEP 6

REGISTER FOR NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION (*REQUIRED*)

Orientation is mandatory for all new freshmen and transfer students entering Hilbert College.   

Due to COVID-19 - Fall 2020 Orientation session dates are currently unavailable until further notice.  Students will be contacted when dates are available. 

For more information, please contact:
Courtney E. Witherspoon
Director of HEOP, Student Success & Retention
716-926-8776
cwitherspoon@hilbert.edu.

STEP 7

SUBMIT MANDATORY FORMS

Please read through the following links carefully and be sure to submit ALL required documentation as early as possible.   All forms are due by August 1st for Fall and January 1st for the spring semesters.

1. Student Medical Forms 
2. Emergency Contact Form

Is Health Insurance Required?

Health insurance is MANDATORY for student-athletes and on-campus resident students and are required to show proof of personal health insurance prior to moving into the residence halls.  While Hilbert does not offer health insurance plans, students can view available plans through the Individual Marketplace as a result of the Affordable Care Act.  For more information on the Marketplace options available to you, please navigate to https://nystateofhealth.ny.gov/ and click on “Get Started.” 

For questions about immunization requirements, insurance information, or any other health and wellness questions, please visit our Health and Wellness page or contact the Office of Student Life by phone at 716-926-8793 or by e-mail.

Students will not be allowed to move in to their residence hall until they have submitted all required health forms.

STEP 8 (OPTIONAL)

STUDENT SERVICES FORMS:

Hilbert College makes several services and resources available to support the educational process of all students.  From academic services and help in the classroom to the counseling and career development, Hilbert College is committed to serving the needs of all students. 

Completing the following forms allow us to custom tailor our services to your needs and ensure that you receive the best educational outcomes!  

• Disability Services Form
• Mental Health Form

Should you have any questions before completing these forms, please contact the Office of Accessibility Services at 716-649-7900, ext. 260 or by email.