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*Note these dates are not exact yet, but are based off of last year's dates*

 

Here's a list of the major things you need to take care of before coming in the Fall. Please see the Student Affairs link for a complete list of info.  

 

 

 

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Physical Exam and Immunization Certification- Due July 1st, 2015

Students must undergo a physical examination prior to starting school. Complete the Physical Exam Verification form (last sheet in the packet) and take it to your health care provider for completion of their section. Return the form to Linda Lennerth, RN, Associate Director, Medical Health Administration (address on form) as soon as possible, but no later than July 1st 2015. 

Students must complete and provide documented evidence of immunity to specified communicable diseases listed on the Communicable Disease Prevention Certification form. All immunity documentation must have the student's name clearly identified on every page/sheet; particularly when submitting documents in a "book" format. A list of acceptable documentation is provided on the Communicable Disease Prevention Certification form. Return the form and documentation to Linda Lennerth, RN, Associate Director, Medical Health Administration (address on form) as soon as possible, but no later than July 1st 2015.

Students are not permitted to begin classes or to work in any of our hospitals or clinics without providing the required evidence of physical examination and documented immunity to the diseases listed! All immunizations must be up to date at the time of matriculation. 

Students in the SELECT MD Program: July 29 2015.

Students in the DPT Program:  July 30 2015.

Students in the Core MD Program:  August 5 2015. 

 

 

 

Doctoring Name Tag- Due July 10th 2015

The Office of Student Affairs will make name tags for each new student, which you will be required to wear daily during the first 2 weeks of school. Name tags will contain your official name as reflected in your BANNER registration.If you prefer an alternate name (i.e. middle name, nickname) and wish to have that name printed on the name tag in lieu of your first name please email this information no later than July 10th 2015 to Danielle Schutz (dschutz@health.usf.edu). Changes will not be made once school begins on August 3rd 2015.

 

 

 

Supply Order Form- Coming Soon!

Order cool stuff for yourself, families, and friends as well as essential school supplies directly from COMPAC at competitive prices! Order T-shirts, Doctoring (REQUIRED) Kits, gross anatomy scrubs, lab coats, and more! Scrubs and lab coat orders must be placed before Sunday, July 26 at midnight and the entire store will close Friday, August 8th at midnight. Orders will be disbursed by COMPAC during a weekday afternoon on USF Health campus. More information will follow regarding pick-up of ordered items. Click here to proceed to the store.

 

 

 

Little Sibling Survey-Coming Soon!

Answer a few questions and help us match you up with a Big Sibling from the COM Class of 2018. Click here.

 

 

 

Financial Aid- DUE ASAP

Financial Aid information and instructions were e-mailed to you under separate cover. Award notices will be sent to you as your application packets are completed. If you have questions or need further assistance please contact Ms. Michelle Williamson (miwillia@health.usf.edu) or Ms. Barbara Muffly (bmuffly@health.usf.edu).
 

 

MD TUITION, FEES AND OTHER EXPENSES

Various fees will be collected at Orientation on July 31, 2015 so be sure to bring your checkbook. We cannot accept cash, credit or debit cards. Tuition for the 2015-2016 academic year for the MD Core Program is ESTIMATED to be $34,000 for in-state students and $55,000 for out of state students. Tuition for the MD SELECT program is ESTIMATED to be $55,000 for both in state and out of state students. The yearly amount is split into 2 installments. The first installment, an estimated amount pending approval, and the due date will be determined by the Florida Board of Governors. The second installment will be due in January 2016. Your tuition assessment will be available online approximately 30 days prior to the start of classes. An e-mail with your login information will be sent at that time by Ms. Marrissa Cook, Morsani College of Medicine Registrar. Other approximate expenses during the first few weeks of school include: Books - $1000; disability insurance - $70, and miscellaneous supplies and lab coats - $400.

 

 

DPT TUITION, FEES AND OTHER EXPENSES

Various fees will be collected at Orientation on July 31, 2015 so be sure to bring your checkbook. We cannot accept cash, credit or debit cards. Tuition and fees for the 2015-2016 academic year are ESTIMATED to be $22,100 for in-state students and $29,000 for out-of-state students. The yearly amount is split into 2 installments. The first installment, an estimated amount pending approval, and the due date will be determined by the Florida Board of Governors. The second installment will be due in January 2016. Your tuition assessment will be available online approximately 30 days prior to the start of classes. An e-mail with your login information will be sent at that time by Ms. Marrissa Cook, Morsani College of Medicine Registrar. Other approximate expenses during the first few weeks of school include: Books $1000; Turning Point remote $50, and miscellaneous supplies $400.

 

 

 

Health Insurance

Students must have health insurance in effect at all times during enrollment at USF MCOM. During orientation you will be required to sign a statement certifying you have health insurance coverage. Annual recertification is required throughout your enrollment. Information on basic health insurance policies will be available at orientation for students who do not have current health insurance.

 

 

 

Disability Coverage

Medical students only must have disability insurance in effect at all times during enrollment at USF MCOM. The policy will be purchased at registration on July 31, 2015 for $72.96 and is to be renewed annually. DPT students do not need disability insurance.

 

 

 

USF ID Card- DUE ASAP

Apply for a USF Medical/Physical Therapy Student Badge/ID card at the USF Card Center located in the Marshall Student Center, Room 1505. Hours are Monday-Thursday, 9:00am-6:00pm, and Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm. For more information please call (813) 974-2357 

You will need to purchase both a USF ID Card AND a Medical Student / DPT Student Badge.

 The best place to park to access this is the Crescent Hill Parking Garage which requires either a student decal (S) or a daily pass, which can be purchased in the garage. (Click for more information on parking)

 

 

 

Create Accounts- DUE ASAP

The Computer Account Instructions sheet explains how to obtain your student ID card and to set up your USF Health and HSCNet Computer accounts. These steps must be completed in sequence and should be started soon. After obtaining your USF Health computer account and password you can access the Morsani College of Medicine website where significant information will be available to you.
 

• Create OASIS Account/Obtain USF ID#

• Create USF COM Email Account

• Create NET ID Account

Once you have obtained your NetID login and password, go back to the University Network Access (UNA) and click Select your Official USF E-Mail Address. Set your official e-mail address to be your HSC username @health.usf.edu. Remember, your official e-mail address ID may or may not be the same as your Net ID. If you have more than one USF e-mail address. Designate @health.usf.edu as your official email. If you have any difficulty with this you may call the USF Health IS helpdesk at 813-974-6288. 

 

For further instructions, click here. 


 

Configurate Laptop- DUE ASAP

You will need to purchase a laptop and printer for use while in school. Financial Aid can increase your student budget to accomodate this purchase. Detailed computer requirements can be found here.** SELECT students (only) are also required to have a compatible webcam (min of 2 megapixels) for use during Mentorship/Coaching sessions.

 

FAQ: Can I use a MAC? Yes - several students do, and it is supported by ExamSoft (the system you will use to take your exams). With that being said, USF Health officially recommends a Windows-based PC notebook. "While we have listed below specifications for a MAC (Apple), please be aware that USF Health I/S and Lehigh Valley Health Network I/S (*SELECT MD Program students) primarily supports PC units."A laser printer is recommended. A high-speed internet connection at your residence is a must. You must have your computer at the start of school (CORE: 7/31, SELECT: 7/28, DPT: 7/28).USF Health IS is available to configure your computer for you. Pay attention to the below time-table.

 

• May 11 2015 – begin placing orders with the USF Computer Store located in the Marshall Student Center by clicking here to visit the Computer Store's website or by phone (813) 974-1779

• June 30 2015 – last day to place computer orders with the USF Computer Store to be sure it will be ready for classes. Computer Store staff will contact you when your order arrives and to arrange payment and pickup of the equipment.

• July 20 2015 – last day for SELECT students to bring your computer to USF Health I/S for set-up/software installations to be assured it will be ready by July 28th 2015

• July 20 2015– last day for Physical Therapy students to bring your computer to USF Health I/S for set-up/software installations to be assured it will be ready by July 29th 2015

• July 22 2015– last day for Core students to bring your computer to USF Health I/S for set-up/software installations to be assured it will be ready by July 31st 2015

 

A note on Microsoft Office: **Microsoft Office 2010 and Windows 7 are now available to all MCOM MD Core Program, SELECT MD Program, and DPT students at the USF Computer Store for a deeply discounted price (under $50) due to an agreement negotiated between USF Health I/S and the USF Computer Store. Please contact USF Health I/S at support@health.usf.edu if you have any questions.

 

 

 

Parking Permit- Beginning July 15th

You will need to request a non-resident parking permit to park on campus. Once you have activated your NetID, you may purchase it online at the USF Parking Services website. You can have it mailed to you or pick it up on campus. PERMITS WILL BE ON SALE FOR THE 2015-2016 ACADEMIC YEAR STARTING JULY 15TH!

 

You will need to have your parking permit displayed properly when you arrive for orientation on July 31st. If you cannot secure a parking permit by the 1st, you will need to obtain a visitor permit. This is available from Parking Pay Stations located in Lot 19 on USF Magnolia Drive by the Moffitt Child Care Center. The cost is $5/day plus tax and payable by Visa, MasterCard or Discovery only.