Let's Get Started!
Congratulations and welcome to UW-Stout, Wisconsin's Polytechnic University.
We know you're anxious to get a jump on your degree, but there are just a few minor things you'll want to get squared away first. The tips on this page, as well as the instructions in your graduate admissions letter, will help you get ready for your first day of class.
Remember: Admission to UW-Stout Graduate Studies is only valid for the term indicated in your admission letter. Please contact Graduate Studies for any changes at gradschool@uwstout.edu or 715-232-2211.
Before You Register
Now that you've been admitted to your UW-Stout graduate program, you'll want to take a few important steps as you prepare to register. As a reminder, make sure to complete all of the steps outlined in your admission letter, but before you register for classes, consider the following:
- You must complete the Student Account Contract before you can register.
(A hold is automatically placed on your record each semester, which is removed after you complete the contract.) - You are highly encouraged to complete the eRefund.
While not required, completing the eRefund setup will streamline the refund process in the event you receive a refund.
Complete Your Student Account Contract
If you have activated your UW-Stout email, follow these steps to complete the Student Account Contract:
- Log in to UW-Stout My Apps using your UW-Stout username and password and select Access Stout from the list of UW-Stout apps on the dashboard.
- After you log in to Access Stout, click Self Service
- Click Student Center
- Under the To Do List, click Student Account Contract
- Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the contract
If you have not activated your UW-Stout email, follow these steps to set up your email account and then complete the Student Account Contract:
- Go to https://password.uwstout.edu
- Click on Activate New Account (you must have your seven-digit Stout student ID number)
- Follow the onscreen instructions to create your password and get your username
- Once you have your username and password set, you can check your email at http://mail.my.uwstout.edu
- After checking to make sure your email is activated, follow the steps listed above to complete the Student Account Contract
Complete Your eRefund Setup
While not required, completing the eRefund setup will expedite the transfer of funds to your bank account in the event you are owed a refund. Directions on how to complete the eRefund can be found at https://www.uwstout.edu/tuition-refunds.
If you have questions or need assistance with eRefund setup, please contact Student Business Services at sbservices@uwstout.edu or 715-232-1656.
Course Registration & Degree Planning
After you've signed your Student Account Contract, you can start preparing for your degree using Stellic. Stellic is your one-stop self-service portal to search and register for classes, view your class schedule, check for holds and to do items, view your required textbooks, access your final semester grades, etc.
You can access Stellic from Access Stout or by selecting the app directly from the My Apps interface.
For additional information on course timetables, academic calendars, and registration schedules, visit the Registration & Records website.
Class Registration Windows
- Fall (Semester I) Registration: March/April
- Spring (Semester II) Registration: Mid-October
Registration Support & Stellic Tutorials
The Registration & Records Office has created a series of helpful step-by-step Stellic guides to assist you with adding and dropping courses, adding yourself to a course waitlist, viewing course deadlines, and textbooks, etc.
- Note: These guides require students to log in using their Stout username and password.
Additional Resources
Paying for Graduate School/Financial Assistance
- Financial Aid
- Graduate Scholarships
Note: When searching available scholarships, use "graduate" or the name of your program to refine the results. - Graduate Assistantships
- Student Employment
- Graduate Studies Policies
Textbook Rentals
Textbook rentals are available through Instructional Resources Service (IRS) on the third floor of the Robert S. Swanson Library & Learning Center.
Learn More About Textbook Rentals
On-Campus Housing
If you are interested in on-campus housing, UW-Stout provides a number of accommodations on North Campus. Housing is available on a first-come, first-served basis. To inquire about available room options, contact the Housing office at housing@uwstout.edu or 715-232-1121.
On-Campus Parking
Graduate students who frequent campus can purchase a parking permit online by the semester or for the full year through UW-Stout Parking Services.