FRESHMAN
The Onboarding Advisement Office ensures that our entering freshmen have a smooth transition from high school to college. Our dedicated Onboarding Academic Advisors guide students from admission through first-semester registration, offering personalized academic advisement and support to overcome common enrollment barriers.
All entering freshmen must meet with their Onboarding Academic Advisor to be enrolled into courses.
REVIEW THE INFORMATION BELOW TO GET STARTED
The section below outlines what you need to do to successfully register for classes. We recommend reviewing each section carefully and completing any required actions before your advising appointment.
SCHEDULE AN ADVISING APPOINTMENT HOW TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT
Your CUNY account provides access to essential student systems including CUNYfirst, Schedule Builder, DegreeWorks, Brightspace, Navigate 360, Lehman 360, and more.
Your CUNYfirst username follows this format: Firstname.Lastname##
(The ## represents the last two digits of your EMPLID)
If you are having trouble accessing your CUNY account, you can use the following self-service options:
Forgot Password | Forgot Username | Manage Your CUNY Login Account
If you need assistance, contact the Lehman Virtual IT Help Desk via the LehmanQ.
CUNY requires Multifactor Authentication (MFA) to help protect your account and personal information.
To set up MFA:
- Download the Microsoft Authenticator App from your phone's app store.
- Visit CUNY MFA Self-Service to link your account.
- Watch this short video for instructions.
If you need assistance, contact the Lehman Virtual IT Help Desk via the LehmanQ.
Your Lehman account provides access to your Lehman student email, campus Wi-Fi, and local Lehman College systems.
If you have not yet activated your Lehman account, follow these steps:
- Visit the Lehman Login Account Manager.
- Select “New User? Activate Your Lehman Login Account”
- Enter your personal information as prompted.
If you need assistance, contact the Lehman Virtual IT Help Desk via the LehmanQ.
Before registering for classes, review and resolve any active holds on your account, as they can prevent enrollment and may take time to process. To check your holds and to-do items, log into CUNYfirst, open your Student Center, and select “Tasks and Holds.”
Admissions Hold
If your admissions file is missing documentation, the Admissions Office will notify you by email. Missing documents will result in a hold that prevents registration. Requested documents can be submitted using the link below.
UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS FILE DROP
If you have questions regarding your Admissions holds, please contact undergraduate.admissions@lehman.cuny.edu for assistance.
MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) and Meningitis Immunization Holds
New York State requires proof of MMR immunization. To clear this hold, please upload your MMR and Meningitis immunization record using the link below.
SUBMIT IMMUNIZATION RECORDS HERE
If you experience difficulty obtaining or submitting your immunization records, contact the Student Health Center at med.requirements@lehman.cuny.edu for assistance.
Be sure to review and complete any To-Do items in CUNYfirst, as they may include missing medical records, FAFSA verification, TAP updates, or other required documents. You only need to complete items from Lehman College.
English Placement Test (If Required)
If English is not your first language, you may be required to take an English placement test through Lehman's Office of Academic Testing. This assessment helps determine the appropriate English course placement.
Ability to Benefit (ATB) Test (If Applicable)
Students who completed high school outside of the United States may be required to take the Ability to Benefit (ATB) test. This exam is connected to New York State TAP eligibility requirements.
If you are unsure whether testing applies to you, connect with your Onboarding Academic Advisor for guidance.
Advisement & Registration
First-semester freshmen are registered for classes by their Onboarding Academic Advisor. As an entering freshman, you cannot enroll in courses on your own and must schedule an advising appointment to complete your registration.
During your appointment, your advisor will review your record and degree requirements, create your first-semester plan, and register you for classes. Please schedule your appointment early to avoid delays.
Learning Community Block Schedule
All incoming freshmen may participate in a Learning Community Block, a pre-set full-time schedule designed for first-year students. These course clusters fulfill general education requirements and may align with your intended major, providing a structured start to your first semester at Lehman.
SCHEDULE AN ADVISING APPOINTMENT HOW TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT
Download the Navigate 360 Student app on your Apple or Android device for easy access to appointments and support services.
Many students earn college credits while in high school from a variety of programs such as Advance Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB), College Now (CN), Syracuse (SUPA), Early College Initiative (ECI), etc. If you earned college credits while in high school, make sure they are officially submitted to Lehman so that the credits can be applied to your college transcript.
Contact undergraduate.admissions@lehman.cuny.edu if you are unsure about transferring your college credits.
Lehman College students may be eligible for several types of financial aid to help cover the cost of attendance.
Grants (PELL/TAP)
Grants are funds that do not need to be repaid and are typically awarded based on financial need. To be considered, you must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and a separate application for the Tuition Assistance Program (TAP).
Scholarships
Scholarships do not need to be repaid and usually is awarded on the basis of academic merit or other criteria. You can review available scholarship opportunities here.
Federal Work Study
Federal Work Study allows eligible students to earn money through part-time employment arranged though the Financial Aid Office. Learn more about Federal Work Study here.
Loans
Loans are borrowed funds that must be repaid with interest. It is important to review loan terms carefully before accepting any loan offers. More information about loans is available here.
Onboarding Academic Advisors do not have access to financial aid records. For questions about your financial aid package, eligibility, or required documents, please contact the Financial Aid Office directly.
If you have already enrolled in classes, congratulations! Visit our Next Steps page for important information about preparing for the semester, tuition payment deadlines, student ID, textbooks, and more.