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1 NEW STUDENT WELCOME BOOKLET Rev.02/02/2022

2 Contents From the Desk of the President ...................................................................................................3 From the Desk of the Dean of Student and Retention Services ..............................................4 Student Success Strategies .........................................................................................................4 Succeeding Inside and Outside of the Classroom: ...............................................................5 Tips for Learning in the Classroom .........................................................................................5 Tips for Studying ........................................................................................................................6 Tips for Preparing for a Test .....................................................................................................7 Tips for Taking the Test.............................................................................................................7 Locations and Transportation Routes ........................................................................................9 Parking .......................................................................................................................................... 13 Learning Resource Center Services.......................................................................................... 13 Information Technology Department Services ........................................................................ 16 Student Government Association.............................................................................................. 17 Career Services ............................................................................................................................ 17 Hospital and Urgent Care Information ...................................................................................... 17 Housing Options .......................................................................................................................... 20 International Students’ Corner ................................................................................................... 22 1. Checking-in........................................................................................................................ 22 2. How to get a Driver’s License ......................................................................................... 22 3. How to open a bank account ........................................................................................... 23 4. Things to do in this area .................................................................................................. 23 Health Insurance .......................................................................................................................... 25 Frequently Asked Questions ...................................................................................................... 27 For further reference ................................................................................................................... 27 Contact Us! ................................................................................................................................... 28

3 From the Desk of the President On behalf of the faculty and staff of University of the Potomac, it is my pleasure to say thank you for investing in YOU. Our desire is that you experience a challenging and rewarding educational opportunity while becoming part of our community. University of the Potomac offers a variety of programs ranging from English as a Second Language to Doctoral degree. As written in our mission statement, the practitioner-led curriculum utilizes flexible online and campus-based teaching and learning models that feature small classes emphasizing learning through technology. This learning model affords those with busy lives to reach educational goals set for both personal and professional reasons. We have devoted faculty and staff members who have been chosen because of their exceptional instructional ability and experience in their field. We pride ourselves on providing quality customer service while meeting the expectations set by our regulators. The entire team is student focused and innovation driven. Upon entering the doors, you will be greeted with hope and inspiration. University of the Potomac provides its students with the knowledge and skills necessary to increase their potential and to actualize their desired careers. We are confident that students will achieve their successful academic outcomes while meeting and befriending other future success stories. As President, I personally challenge you to succeed. I challenge you to reach deeper than you ever have. I challenge you to think outside yourself and appreciate the diversity around you. I challenge you to be the best you. Welcome to the UOTP Family! Sincerely, Andrea Kemp-Curtis President University of the Potomac

4 From the Desk of the Dean of Student and Retention Services Greetings from the Office of Student and Retention Services We are pleased that you have joined the University of The Potomac. You are embarking on an incredible journey! The Office of Student Services is a caring staff committed to supporting you. Our goal is to assist you in taking full advantage of the opportunities available to you as a student at Potomac. We welcome you to campus and look forward to meeting you. Our hope is that your time on campus will be exciting, while challenging you in new and different ways. Lachelle Matthews Dean of Student Support Bashar Fadhil Assistant Dean of Student Support Velvet Quick Student Services Advisor Iwona Rzeznik Student Success Manager

5 Student Success Strategies Succeeding Inside and Outside of the Classroom: Attend Orientation College can be a maze of policies and people. Attending orientation will give you a head start and will help prepare you for the challenges ahead. Attend all classes in their entirety and arrive on-time If you must miss class, contact your instructor as soon as possible to clarify any problems. Arrive on time, nothing frustrates and annoys a professor more than students walking in late and distracting both the professor and other students. Read the text material scheduled for lecture prior to attending class While reading, write in your notebook any questions that arise. If your instructor doesn't address these questions during lecture, make sure you ask for help afterwards. Don't let problems accumulate until it becomes too late. Don't be afraid to explore new study techniques As an example, "concept mapping" is a much better way to study concepts than "flash cards". If you are unfamiliar with the process of "concept mapping", please visit the Office of Student Retention and Services for instruction on this technique. Do not procrastinate Study early and prepare assignments in advance. Attempts to "cram" study for tests will likely not be successful. Remember, instructors recommend that you devote two hours of study each week for each hour spent in class during the week. For example, a lecture that meets 3 hours a week in class requires about 6 hours of preparation and studying outside the classroom. Turn in papers and assignments by deadlines Students who turn in assignments on time will usually see higher grades than students who miss deadlines. Meeting assignment deadlines may provide you an opportunity to rewrite papers or correct assignments that late students miss. Tips for Learning in the Classroom 1) Listen carefully and don’t be afraid to ask questions if you don’t understand something 2) Read your assignment before the next class so you can ask about things you don’t understand

6 3) Write notes in the textbook and highlight important topics with a colored marker pen if the instructor is lecturing about textbook information. 4) When taking notes about the instructor’s lecture, write down the main points. Avoid writing every word. If you miss a point in the lecture, leave a blank space and ask the instructor or another student after class 5) Be sure to review and edit your notes later the same day 6) Actively participate in classroom discussion 7) Set up a schedule to do homework and study. Make sure you enough time for all your classes. Keep up with your assignments day by day or within the respective week. This avoids having to “cram” Tips for Studying 1) Figure out the best time for you to study. Develop a study plan and follow it 2) Find a quiet place to study. Be aware of good lighting and ventilation. Study while you are sitting upright at a desk 3) Avoid all interruptions: Phone, tablets, TV, people 4) Make sure you’re prepared! Have all reading material, pens/pencils, paper and any other materials you may need ready 5) Keep a “To Do” list and include the dates for when assignments and projects are due. Update the list frequently 6) Review class notes the day you wrote them. Re-write them if they are hard to read 7) Survey a book chapter before you begin reading it. Actively read it by underlining important points. Create an outline and take notes, summarize the main points 8) After you read carefully and take notes, try closing the book and see if you can recite a summary 9) Review the chapter one more time to pick up any details you may have missed 10) Be strict with yourself. Follow your study schedule. Re-read and review information until you understand it 11) Make a list of questions to ask your instructor about material that needs clarification.

7 Tips for Preparing for a Test 1) Find out information about the test from the instructor A) Type of test (objective, essay, true/false, etc.) B) Number of questions and how many points they are worth C) Material to be covered D) Value of the test toward the final grade 2) Set up an exam study schedule that includes at least three one-hour sessions or six half-hour sessions 3) Know your own best time to study. Many people learn best in daylight hours 4) Maximize the quality of your study time by paying attention to the following details: A) Select a room where the light is bright, and the air temperature is fresh. A warm, poorly lit room will make you sleepy B) Get organized. Have all the materials you need with you when starting your study session C) Find a quiet setting that is free from distractions 5) Review as much as possible while interacting with the material. For example, use pencil and paper, use color markers to highlight special items in your notes and make flash cards for material to be memorized 6) Make up an exam as if you were the instructor, then take the exam 7) Pay attention to points you might not understand. Make another list for these areas on separate flash cards 8) Organize your thoughts for possible essay questions 9) Do a study session with two or three people from class. Ask each other questions and talk about topics you learned. Tips for Taking the Test 1) Get to class early or at least on time 2) Be prepared with your pen and other material requested by the instructor 3) Understand the test instructions. Ask questions for clarification before the test begins 4) Be aware of how much time you have to complete the test

8 5) Skim the entire test first: note the point value, types of questions and how long it will take you to answer different sections 6) Re-read all you answer, if you have time at the end of the test 7) Be confident and think positive

9 Locations and Transportation Routes Metro Map and how to get to the DC campus The Metro consists of six color-coded lines: Red, Blue, Orange, Yellow, Green and Silver. The lines are connected to each other via transfer stations and many Metro stops are serviced by more than one color. Each train car has an exterior electronic sign that marks the color and the direction of the train. Direction is indicated by the final station of that line. McPherson Square Metro Station is the nearest metro from the DC Campus.

10 Walk - 3 min - 0.1 miles to MCPHERSON SQ METRO STATION. Orange, Blue and Silver lines are connected to this station. Walking Details: • Walk a short distance E on Zei Alley NW. • Turn left on 14th St NW. • Walk a short distance N on 14th St NW. • Turn left on Exit 14th / I St En. • Walk a short distance SW on Exit 14th / I St En. How much are Metro fares? Metro fares are calculated by how many stops you travel and vary during peak and off-peak hours. During peak hours, most fares range from $2.25 to $6 per trip. During off-peak hours, fares typically range from $1.85 to $3.85. Metro riders must pay via SmarTrip card. These are plastic, rechargeable fare cards that can be purchased by cash or credit at any Metro station or in advance on wmata.com. You can calculate your fare between two stops using Metro’s Trip Planner. Bus Stop (Walk-5 Min) near DC campus: • 14TH ST + I ST • Pennsylvania Ave NW & 7th St NW • E St NW & 7th St NW • Pennsylvania Ave NW & 6th St NW

11 Metro Map and how to get to the VA campus The Metro consists of six color-coded lines: Red, Blue, Orange, Yellow, Green and Silver. The lines are connected to each other via transfer stations and many Metro stops are serviced by more than one color. Each train car has an exterior electronic sign that marks the color and the direction of the train. Direction is indicated by the final station of that line. West Falls Church-VT/UVA & Tysons Corner Station are the nearest metro station but have to catch the (28A) bus to reach VA Campus. Walk-3 min, 0.2 miles to Leesburg Pike.

12 Metro riders must pay via SmarTrip card. These are plastic, rechargeable fare cards that can be purchased by cash or credit at any Metro station or in advance on wmata.com. You can calculate your fare between two stops using Metro’s Trip Planner

13 Parking 1) DC CAMPUS- PMI Parking Garage 1401 H Street, NW, Washington, DC 20005 Hours Sunday: CLOSED Monday: 7AM-10PM Tuesday: 7AM-10PM Wednesday: 7AM-10PM Thursday: 7AM-10PM Friday: 7AM-10PM Saturday: 7AM-10PM • Additional parking can be found on the street with metered parking and in other parking garages within blocks from the campus 2) Virginia CAMPUS- 7799 Leesburg Pike., Suite 200 Falls Church, VA 22043 Learning Resource Center Services • Textbooks Use this link to order textbooks: www.ecampus.com/potomac • Library - Use the link to access the library page at http://opac.libraryworld.com/opac/signin.php - Next, type in the library's name (in lower case) "Potomac college library”. Remember to leave a space between each word as shown. No password is required for access to the library page. - After typing in the library’s name, click on the login prompt. There are links for all our electronic resources on the page. I. Library Book Collection – The book collection is housed at the DC campus. Most of the books in the library are dated by ten (10) years or more. Ten years ago, the College began converting the resources to digital to service the Online programs. Daily Rates: 1 Hour Rate: $12.00 2 Hour Rate: $17.00 24 Hour Rate: $24.00 Night Rate: $12.00 Daily Rates: 1 Hour Rate: $1.00 2 Hour Rate: $2.00 24 Hour Rate: $6.00

14 There is a wide range of topics available in the DC Library. There are some books in the new VA library that were originally transported from DC. There is a small Reference collection, some Textbooks and assorted IT materials that were left by a previous school at the former VA location. II. eBook/Digital Collection – We are currently in the process of reviewing digital book collections for future acquisition. III. EBSCOHOST Research Database: The EBSCO Business Source Complete database, is an articles database which can be used to find, full-text, articles, article abstracts, case studies, and theses and dissertations. It is primarily a business focused database, but the term “business” is broadly used here. I have assisted many students and Faculty on research projects and, there were only a few instances where I was unable to find the information I searched for. The EBSCO database is probably the best resource that we have to support all of our programs. IV. FLIPSTER Periodicals Collection: We have a small digital periodicals collection called FLIPSTER (Time, Fortune, Forbes, Wired, and Black Enterprise). It can be used anywhere that you can connect to the Internet. The focus of the periodicals’ collection is Business, IT, Global news, and Diversity. We plan to expand the number of titles we offer in the FLIPSTER collection. V. TUTOR.COM Potomac University understands that your academic success is of utmost importance, and we are dedicated to providing you with the best resources to excel in your studies. That is why we have partnered with Tutor.com, a leading online tutoring platform, which is considered your one-stop destination for academic support and excellence. Whether you're seeking assistance with a challenging subject, preparing for an important exam, or simply looking to enhance your understanding of various topics, Tutor.com is an excellent tool to take advantage of. By utilizing Tutor.com, you will have access to a wide range of support options designed to enhance your academic journey such as: Subject-Specific Tutoring, Writing Assistance, Exam Preparation, etc. Tutoring is available “on demand” (with no prior appointment necessary) and by appointment. There is also a “Writing Review” service available, where you can submit a draft of your writing and get expert feedback. For more details and to watch our Tutor.com training videos, please refer to your Moodle Student Resource folder. VI. ProQuest Over 80 years, ProQuest has built the world’s most comprehensive and renowned dissertations program. At its core the seminal ProQuest Dissertations & Theses

15 Database (PQDT), a resource like no other. PQDT is a repository of 5 million works that the world’s universities contribute to each year, creating an ever-growing resource of emerging research to fuel innovation and new insights. As the official repository of the Library of Congress, it provides researchers with unmatched search and reference link functionality that delivers results from across the globe that can meet the expectations of today’s research community. • Additional Student Resources in Moodle rooms Global Road Warrior UOTP also has an excellent website to support our International Business curriculum called Global Road Warrior. It has become more popular lately with International students who are using it to research their countries. APA writing style We also added some information on APA writing style to help students to learn the citation style. We have an APA formatted, template that students may use until they feel more comfortable using APA. We also have an APA guide which was developed by a former instructor. The APA guide addresses all aspects of APA and includes sample papers, and examples at the end. Plagiarism The Learning Resources Center has linked four “Plagiarism Checkers” on the Student Resources page. We want to provide students with opportunities to self-check their work prior to submitting it to their instructors. Plagiarism is a serious offense at the University and could result in eventual expulsion. For Library Hours and information, contact: Learning Resource Center: 202-274-2331 library@potomac.edu Public Library Tysons-Pimmit Regional Library Address: 7584 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church, VA 22043 Phone: (703) 790-8088 www.fairfaxcounty.gov Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library - Central Library Address: 901 G St. NW, Washington, D.C. 20001 Phone: 202-727-0321 https://www.dclibrary.org/

16 Information Technology Department Services The IT Department is available to assist students with any technical issue. Need help? Email them at helpdesk@potomac.edu. • UOTP Student email account – new accounts, password reset, etc. • Moodle account – login issues, password reset, access to student resources, etc. • Student Portal – login issues, login details, etc. • Office 365 (FREE TO STUDENTS) – Instructions on how to create Office 365 account, password reset, etc. ( https://products.office.com/en-us/student?ms.officeurl=getoffice365) • All technical issue pertaining to UOTP infrastructure such website, payment portal, accessing forms, etc. • On ground support during class days – VA and DC

17 Student Government Association Contact the Student Government Association at sga@potomac.edu Follow SGA on social media: Instagram UOTP.SGA / Facebook: UOTP Students Career Services Career Services is dedicated to preparing our grads for employment opportunities by providing assistance with resumes, developing interview skills, networking, workshops and job searching methods. The mission of Career Services is to provide support to our students by developing their personal potential which leads to employment in their field of study. This is achieved by introducing students to professional development opportunities, with the goal for the student to become the best marketable job candidate. For more information, contact: Johnathon Norville Director of Career Services 202-274-2307 ext 6107 Hospital and Urgent Care Information Hospitals and Urgent Care near DC Campus George Washington University Hospital Address: 900 23rd St NW, Washington, DC 20037 Phone: (202) 715-4000

18 www.gwhospital.com Emergency room: Open 24 hours Howard University Hospital Address: 2041 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20059 Phone: (202) 865-6100 http://huhealthcare.com Emergency room: Open 24 hours Virginia Hospital Center Address: 1701 N George Mason Dr, Arlington, VA 22205 Phone: (703) 558-5000 www.virginiahospitalcenter.com Emergency room: Open 24 hours GW Immediate & Primary Care - McPherson Square Address: 1101 15th St NW, Washington, DC 20005 Phone: (202) 798-0100 CVS MinuteClinic Address: 1275 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20004 Phone: (202) 638-4583 Hospitals and Urgent Care near VA Campus Inova Urgent Care – Tysons Located in: Tysons Square Address: 8357 Leesburg Pike, Vienna, VA 22182 Phone: (571) 665-6440 www.inova.org Fairfax Urgent Care Address: 8191 Strawberry Ln, Falls Church, VA 22042 Phone: (703) 493-0404 fairfaxurgentcare.net Nova Urgent & Primary Care Address: 6858 Old Dominion Dr #102, McLean, VA 22101 Phone: (703) 847-9800 http://mcleandocs.com/ Tysons Corner Medical Center Address: 8008 Westpark Dr, McLean, VA 22102 Phone: (844) 549-0597 healthy.kaiserpermanente.org Emergency room: Open 24 hours Virginia Hospital Center – Arlington Address: 1701 N George Mason Dr, Arlington, VA 22205 Phone: (703) 558-5000

19 www.virginiahospitalcenter.com Emergency room: Open 24 hours Emergency numbers 911 (Public Safety Communication) 911 is the public's lifeline for police, fire and medical services in the District of Columbia. The 911 number should be used to request services from the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) and DC Fire and Emergency Medical Services Department (FEMS). A 911 call is toll-free and is accessible through residential, wireless and pay telephones throughout the District. Falls Church Fire & Rescue Services Address: 6950 Little Falls Road, Arlington, VA 22213 Phone: 703-532-2672 Tysons Corner Fire Station #29 Address: 1560 Spring Hill Rd, McLean, VA 22102 Phone: (703) 893-0140 www.fairfaxcounty.gov Washington DC Fire & EMS Station Address: 1018 13th St NW, Washington, DC 20005 Phone: (202) 673-3216 Arlington County Fire Department Address: 2100 Clarendon Blvd #400, Arlington, VA 22201 Phone: (703) 228-3362 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline The 988 Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support to anyone in crisis, experiencing suicidal thoughts or mental health distress throughout the United States. To connect with mental health professionals, just call or text 988. Veterans can press “1” after dialing 988 to connect directly to the Veterans Crisis Lifeline which serves Veterans, service members, National Guard and Reserve members, and those who support them. For texts, Veterans should continue to text the Veterans Crisis Lifeline short code: 838255. To call a Spanish-speaking crisis counselor, dial 988 and then press “2.” To text with a Spanish-speaking crisis counselor, text AYUDA to 988. To chat with a Spanish-speaking crisis counselor, visit https://988lifeline.org/es/chat/. For more information and specific resources, please visit: https://988lifeline.org/ and https://www.fcc.gov/988-suicide-and-crisis-lifeline

20 Housing Options Housing Information near DC/VA Campus https://housing.potomac.edu/ Hotel Information (Washington, DC) – prices vary Washington International Student Center (Hostel) Address: 2451 18th St NW, Washington, DC 20009 Phone: (202) 667-7681 Website: http://dchostel.com/ Note: Single Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room ($20-$30 per night) Single Room $60 - $90. The Normandy Hotel Address: 2118 Wyoming Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008 Phone: (202) 483-1350 Website: https://www.thenormandydc.com/ Note: Single Room $80 -$120 per night. HighRoad Hostel Washington DC Address: 1804 Belmont Rd NW, Washington, DC 20009 Phone: (202) 735-3622 Website: https://highroadhostels.com/ Note: Single Room $55 -$75 per night. DC Lofty Address: 1335 11th St NW, 1335 11th Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20001 Phone: (202) 506-7106 Website: http://dclofty.com/ Note: Single Room $85 -$110 per night. 4 Bed Dorm $30 -$45 per night. Hotel Information (VA Campus) Extended Stay America Address: 8201 Old Courthouse Rd, Vienna, VA 22182 Phone: (703) 356-6300 www.extendedstayamerica.com Note: Single Room $100 -$150 per night. Quality Inn Tysons Corner Address: 1587 Spring Hill Rd, Vienna, VA 22182

21 Phone: (703) 448-8020 Note: Single Room $100 -$130 per night. Embassy Suites by Hilton Tysons Corner Address:8517 Leesburg Pike, Vienna, VA 22182 Phone: (703) 883-0707 Note: Single Room $105 -$175 per night. Westin Tysons Corner Address:7801 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church, VA 22043 Phone: (703) 893-1340 Note: Single Room $240 -$300 per night.

22 International Students’ Corner 1. Checking-in - When checking-in at the university you will need: • Passport • Visa • I-20 • I-94 • Admission letter - Have you checked your electronic I94 form? Please verify that CBP wrote the correct visa status and D/S on your I94 before proceeding through the port of entry - Have you updated your contact information, such as US address, phone number or email address? - Have you completed the Placement test for English? You must schedule the exam before the orientation date. - Do you know the attendance policy? The attendance policy is described in the academic catalog. - Have you received your new I20? If you have an I-20, please review the following fields: • Name: Last/Family, first/given, middle • Country of Birth • Country of Citizenship • Date of Birth • Level of Education (the degree you plan to earn while at UOTP) 2. How to get a Driver’s License Driver’s License Requirements: • DMV Learner Permit (Knowledge Test) • Passport • I-20 • I-94 • Real ID proof of identity • Current residency proof letter • legal presence • Road Test Washington, DC DMV locations: www.dmv.dc.gov Northern Virginia locations: www.dmv.virginia.gov

23 3. How to open a bank account Documents Required for Opening a Bank Account in the US To open a bank account in the US, you need to carry a few documents. Mentioned below is a list of documents that an international student might require to open an account at an American bank. You will need the following: • Your I-20. • Passport with F1 visa. • A valid home addresses. • Additional ID’s, such as driver’s license or any other Govt issued identity card will suffice. • A minimum deposit of $200. Some of the popular banks and account types are: • Bank of America Advantage SafeBalance Banking • Wells Fargo Student Checking Account • U.S. Bank Student Checking Account • TD Bank TD Student Checking • Capital One 360 Checking Account • Chase Chase College Checking 4. Things to do in this area Official Tourism Site of Washington DC https://washington.org Downtown DC https://www.downtowndc.org/go/washington-dc-visitor-information Washington DC- Visitors Resource Center https://dc.gov/page/visitors-resource-center Popular Tourist Sites The White House Address: 1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20500 United States Capitol Address: First St SE, Washington, DC 20004 Washington Monument Address: 2 15th St NW, Washington, DC 20024 Lincoln Memorial Address: 2 Lincoln Memorial Cir NW, Washington, DC 20037

24 Thomas Jefferson Memorial Address: 16 E Basin Dr SW, Washington, DC 20242 National Geographic Museum Address: 1145 17th St NW, Washington, DC 20036 National Gallery of Art Address: Constitution Ave NW, Washington, DC 20565 Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Address: 1964 Independence Ave SW, Washington, DC 20024 National Air and Space Museum Address: 14390 Air and Space Museum Pkwy, Chantilly, VA 20151 Phone: (703) 572-4118 airandspace.si.edu Great Falls Park Address: 9200 Old Dominion Dr, McLean, VA 22102 Phone: (703) 757-3101 Fair Oaks Mall Address: 11750 Fair Oaks Mall, Fairfax, VA 22033 www.shopfairoaksmall.com Tysons Corner Center: Mall with hundreds of upscale stores & eateries, plus a cinema & an elevated outdoor plaza. Address: 1961 Chain Bridge Rd, Tysons, VA 22102 Phone: (703) 893-9400 www.tysonscornercenter.com

25 Health Insurance1 1. Compass Student Insurance Compass Student Insurance has been in the business of serving students for more than 10 years. Understanding that health insurance can be expensive, this provider allows cost-sharing, and they can get you the coverage you need without excessive internal limits. Compass Student Insurance makes it easy for you to find a medical provider by partnering with UnitedHealthcare. This partnership gives you access to a top-performing preferred provider organization (PPO). Added benefits include waived deductibles and copays at Student Health Centers, and all plans meet the requirements of an American visa. Phone: (781) 356-1999 / https://www.studenthealthusa.com 2. PGH Global PGHstudent offers plans catered specifically to international students—both students studying internationally and those coming to America to study. With a PGHstudent plan, you will have easy access to critical health information in a timely manner, and a NurseLine is available 24/7. Their plans also include travel aid (including medical evacuation and repatriation) and dental and vision plans offered at a reduced rate. All their plans are competitively priced, and you can purchase 3 months to a max of 12 months at a time. PGHstudent plans meet all American visa requirements and most institutional requirements (requirements vary by school). Phone: (267) 406-4190 / https://www.pghstudent.com 3. International Student Insurance International Student Insurance provides comprehensive coverage for students with four plan levels to choose from. International Student Insurance plans are comprehensive, covering a wide array of needs. As the company’s name suggests, the packages are developed specifically to provide health insurance for global students. International Student Insurance also focuses on remaining affordable for every budget. International Student Insurance designs coverage options to be a one-stop shop for international student health and travel insurance plans online. Along with premier health insurance plans, the provider also offers free school resources, trip cancellation, and dental insurance options. Phone: (877) 758-4391 / https://www.internationalstudentinsurance.com 4. ISO Insurance The staff at ISO are former international students, and with that perspective, they aim to always offer students from abroad valuable, yet affordable plans. Since management has “insider knowledge” of what international students need, ISO Insurance develops unique plans with comprehensive coverage at competitive prices. With their diverse backgrounds as former students, they offer services in more than five languages, including English, Korean, Chinese, Hindi, and Spanish. Phone: (800) 244-1180 / https://www.isoa.org 1 Disclaimer: This is for information purposes only. The University of the Potomac does not endorse any health insurance company listed in this booklet.

26 5. Insurance for Students Insurance for Students has been providing coverage to students who come to study in the United States for over 35 years. The company has a long-standing reputation for developing comprehensive and affordably priced plans that include accident and health insurance. Insurance for Students has been in the field for a long time, and that can be accredited to their dedication to the details and to offering practical coverage. Phone: (561) 300-5677 / https://www.insuranceforstudents.com

27 Frequently Asked Questions How do I get my login credentials and student email address? You will receive your login credentials and a student email address as soon as you are registered. If you do not receive this information by the first day of class, please contact your Admissions Officer. When will I receive my schedule? The Academic Team will select the courses for you. Once you are registered by the Registrar’s Office, you should be able to see your course schedule in your student portal. If you do not see this information in your portal by the first day of class, please contact your Admissions Officer. Where can I find my ledger? Your financial ledger shows all the transactions in your account. You can find the ledger in your student portal. Where can I find my courses? Your courses will be available in Moodle (Learning Management System) on the first day of classes. Once you log into Moodle, make sure the courses listed are the same courses listed on your schedule. Do I have to login to Moodle on the first day of classes? Yes. Moodle will capture your attendance in the course. Who do I contact if I cannot login or if my courses are not in Moodle? For any technical issue, please contact helpdesk@potomac.edu For further reference University Catalog: https://potomac.edu/students/course-catalog/ Important Forms: https://potomac.edu/about/student-service/ Transcript Requests: https://potomac.edu/students/office-of-the-registrar/

28 Contact Us! DC CAMPUS PHONE NUMBER: 202-274-2300 VA CAMPUS PHONE NUMBER : 202-521-1290 Office of Admissions (admissions@potomac.edu) • Admissions Process • Referral Program Student Finance Department (studentfinancialservices@potomac.edu) • Payment deadlines • Help with all financial aid questions, FAFSA, entrance counseling, in-school deferments, verifications and book vouchers • Collect student payments • Payment plans and scholarships Office of Records and Registration (registrar@potomac.edu) • Registration, records, enrollment and education verifications, transfer credits and official transcripts International Student Services (dso@potomac.edu) • How to maintain your student status • CPT and OPT Applications • SEVIS Program and maintaining F1 student status Academic Affairs (academicteam@potomac.edu) • Attendance Policy • Program Offerings and Concentrations • Academic Advising Student Retention & Services Department (studentservices@potomac.edu) • Student ID Cards • Attendance • Monitor your progress towards educational goals Career Services careerservices@potomac.edu

29 Learning Resource Center Services library@potomac.edu Information Technology Department helpdesk@potomac.edu

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