Admitted Students

Step 7: Next Steps

This page will cover many of the other questions you may have about your college experience. If you can't find the answers to your questions here, please contact the New Student Advising & Registration Office at (970) 382-6985, toll-free (866) 385-3949, or newstudentadvising@fortlewis.edu.

Complete Additional Forms

You may need to file additional forms, based on your individual situation. File them as soon as possible so you don't have a hold placed on your account!

If you... File this form
Are seeking more information about meningococcal disease and vaccinations, Meningcococcal Information Form
Are a student with a disability, Disability Services Form
Are seeking in-state residency, but your residency has not yet been established, Residency Form
Are seeking the Native American Tuition Waiver, Certificate of Indian Blood

Immunization Records

The Student Health Center needs a copy of your current IMMUNIZATION RECORD showing evidence of 2 MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) vaccinations is required to attend college in the State of Colorado.  This record is due prior to the start of classes, but no later than September 15 for fall term, January 31 for winter, May 10, June 15 or July 20 for summer sessions.  Avoid a late fee of $25 and a registration “hold” by getting the record to the Student Health Center well before these dates.

Use these forms to obtain the record from your doctor, health department, or Veteran’s Affairs office:

Send by fax (970-247-7621), mail (Student Health Center, 1000 Rim Drive, Durango, CO 81301) or e-mail (hc_immun@fortlewis.edu).

College Opportunity Fund

The College Opportunity Trust Fund (COF), created by the Colorado Legislature, provides a stipend to eligible undergraduate students to help them pay for college. Students who have been admitted to Fort Lewis College as in-state residents should apply for this stipend if they wish to reduce their out-of-pocket expenses.

Go to https://cof.college-assist.org to apply for the stipend.

View or Change Your Schedule

Printing and viewing your schedule

  • Go to theFort
  • Login to your account with your username and password
  • Choose "WebOPUS" from the left column
  • Choose "Student Services"
  • Choose "Registration"
  • Choose "My Class Schedule (Day and Time)"

Changing Your Schedule

If you decide that you want to make changes to your schedule you can consult with your new student advisor or make the changes on your own. Keep in mind that once you drop a class it may be difficult to re-enroll in the course.

To make changes to your schedule:

  • Go to theFort
  • Login to your account with your username and password
  • Choose "WebOPUS" from the left column
  • Choose "Student Services"
  • Choose "Registration"
  • To ADD a class
  • Choose "Class Search"
  • Choose the term you wish to alter
  • Choose "Advanced Search" (do not highlight a subject at this point)
  • Using the search options, find the courses you wish to add to your schedule. Courses marked by "C" are closed; courses with a box next to them are available.
  • Check the box next to the course you wish to add. Choose "Register"
  • To DROP a course
  • Choose “Add/Drop Classes”
  • Choose the term you wish to alter
  • Select “Drop/Delete” from the drop-down menu directly to the right of the course you wish to drop from your schedule.
  • Choose “Submit Changes”

Find Your Advisor

NSAR Advisor

If you would like to get in touch with the advisor you met with during your appointment, please send them an email or set up a follow-up appointment by calling (970) 382-6985 or 1(866) 385-3949.

Faculty Advisor

You will be assigned to an advisor in your major field to assist you with choosing courses throughout your academic career. If you haven't declared a major, you will be assigned to a general advisor. To find out who your advisor is:

  • Go to theFort
  • Login to your account with your username and password
  • Choose "WebOPUS" from the left column
  • Choose "Student Services"
  • Choose "Student Records"
  • Choose "Advising Information"
  • Your advisor's name and contact information will be displayed.

Purchase Your Textbooks

To find the textbooks you'll need for each class, first print out a copy of your schedule (see above).

  • Go to: the FLC Bookstore
  • Choose "Textbooks & Course Materials"
  • Choose the term you will be attending
  • Choose the department of your first course (i.e. Math, Chem, etc.)
  • Choose the number of your first course
  • Choose the section of your course (the 5 digit CRN listed on your schedule)
  • Choose "Submit"
  • Textbooks will be listed; choose Used, New, or Digital textbooks
  • Choose "Add to Cart and add another course"; repeat with all courses
  • Purchase the items in your Cart
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Join us for Preview Weekend 2013!

Friday, April 5, 1:30-7:00 pm
Saturday, April 6, 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

Preview weekend is a 2-day VIP event for admitted students and their families. It’s an opportunity to:

  • Meet Fort Lewis students
  • Attend special interest sessions and tours
  • Get financial aid and degree planning questions answered
  • Experience what Durango and Southwest Colorado have to offer for fun, culture, and adventure
  • Attend a Student Services and Academic Majors Extravaganza
  • Sit in on a sample class

For more information and to reserve your spot for Preview Weekend, visit www.fortlewis.edu/preview

Attend New Student Orientation, August 29-31.

The orientation program for new freshman and transfer students is planned with your specific needs in mind. New students are organized in small groups and have a team of Student Orientation Leaders to guide them throughout the process. Family orientation will run concurrently with New Student Orientation.

Once you register for classes, you will receive and email at your Fort Lewis College Webmail account about a mandatory online pre-campus orientation course, which will help you be successful in your first semester of college.

Marc Goldfarb, Director of Student Orientation
(970) 247-7153, or goldfarb_m@fortlewis.edu

Orientation schedule & details

Meet with a Financial Aid Counselor

Check in with the Office of Financial Aid to learn about the terms and conditions that apply to the aid you are receiving. To speak with a financial aid counselor, stop by 101 Miller Student Services or call (970) 247-7142 or toll-free at (800) 352-7512. Financial Aid counselors are available 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday.

Join Us on Facebook!

FLC on Facebook is a group for all admitted and current students. By joining this group you will have the opportunity to meet other students who will be attending or are deciding to attend Fort Lewis College. You will also be updated with news and important dates.

Host Family Program

We invite you to partner with a Host Family at Fort Lewis College. The Host Family Program at Fort Lewis College is intended to help ease the transition for new students to college life by:

  • providing support and friendship to students away from home;
  • introducing new students to Durango and Southwest Colorado; and
  • providing a real-life experience for students apart from the everyday college perspective.

Please visit our Host Family website for more information.

Cancel Your Schedule/Withdraw From the Term

We understand that your situation may change and you might need to cancel your plans to attend Fort Lewis College. If this is the case, you may fill out and return this paper form or use WebOPUS to withdraw from the term.