How to Get Ready for a New Quarter

• Log into the Triton Student System (TSS) to keep track of your current class schedule and waitlist status.
• Know the add/ drop/ change deadlines for classes.

• Log into Canvas — your personalized home page displays every course you are registered for and the materials assigned by your professors.
• TritonOne offers undergraduate students digital access to course materials for one flat rate of $199 per quarter:
  • Before the start of each quarter, all undergraduate students are enrolled in Triton One.
  • Explore the program benefits and your required materials. If you choose not to participate, you may opt out of the program by Friday of Week 2, and can procure course materials on your own.
  • See the TritonOne Student FAQ.

You should receive your campus ID at orientation. If you don't:

• If you live in a residence hall, you'll receive it on move-in day.
• If you live off campus, or if you don't receive it on move-in day, pick it up at Student Financial Solutions (see map and business hours) on the third floor of the Student Services Center.
• Find out more about your campus ID card.

• Fall quarter, classes begin on Thursday of Week 0.
• Winter and Spring quarters, classes begin on Monday of Week 1.
• Discussion and lab sections of classes usually meet after the first main lecture.

• Print out your class schedule in case systems are slow or unavailable during the first week of classes.
• Find your course locations by either using the Class Planner or the Schedule of Classes in TSS. The Class Planner can generate an .ical file or you can share the calendar with yourself.
• Locate and see photos of most classroom buildings using the campus map.
• Learn how campus waypoints work and keep your eyes open for them.
• Before classes begin, go to your classrooms to plan the fastest route for the 10-minute passing periods.

• Check the billing due dates to find out when to pay your student fees. If you charge your books to your student account, your Bookstore charges may be due before your registration fees.
• Learn about different ways to pay your bill.
• If you want a parent or other payer to pay your bill, follow the instructions here.
• Visit the Student Financial Solutions website for other billing information and options regarding your student account.

• You must complete health requirements before you begin at UC San Diego.
• To get started, you'll need to activate your online health portal (using your Student AD) in MyStudentChart . Please see the MyStudentChart Instructions (PDF) for further explanation on the setup process. You can communicate with the Nursing team by going to Ask-A-Nurse in messages.
• Please ensure you log in to your MyStudentChart health portal early to begin reviewing and completing your incoming health requirements.
• Complete these requirements early to avoid delays. Clearance can take 7–10 days after receipt.
• Failure to complete requirements will impact your ability to enroll in classes.
• See all health requirements and deadlines.

• Learn about student parking, public transit, and other commuting options.
• Get familiar with campus shuttles and other ways to get from one point to another.

• See a list of Academic Calendars, which includes information on holidays, deadlines, exam schedules, booking deadlines, and more.
• Verify department deadlines for specific courses on the Schedule of Classes. Some classes, such as labs, have a separate drop policy.