No matter where you are in your college journey – just starting, applying, registering for classes, etc – this page gives you everything you need to keep moving forward with confidence.
You’ll find all the dates, steps, and resources in one place, so you can stay on track and avoid missing anything important.
Think of this as your checklist for staying on track and knowing exactly what to do next.
What’s Here
- What to do – and when
- How to do it
- What you’ll need to complete it
- Where to go for help
EMET – Steps – Dates
Apply to Cincinnati State
Required | Takes about 5 minutes
The first step in your college journey starts by applying today! It’s free, fast, and a step toward a brighter future. All you need to do is fill out an online form.
- Biographical information
- Your Social Security Number (SSN)
- Go to Apply Now.
- Select “Main Application” and create an account.
- Choose [EMET] “Electro-mechanical Engineering Technology” as your intended program of study.
- The form can save your progress — finish and submit when ready!
Admissions staff can assist you in person or by phone.
- Admissions Office
- Phone: 513-861-7700
- Email: adm@cincinnatistate.edu
Submit Your Transcripts
Required | Takes minutes to weeks
Contact your high school (and all past colleges you attended, if applicable) and have them send your official transcript(s) to Cincinnati State. The high school transcript is waived if you transfer 18 or more credit hours from a regionally accredited college.
Official transcripts from ALL prior high schools or undergraduate colleges attended are required. You’ll need to request them from each school.
See each individual school’s website for their transcript request process – which is usually simple and handled via an online form. Electronic transmittal is best.
- Visit your previous school(s) website for instructions on requesting transcripts
- Request electronic transmittal if possible—it’s faster!
To complete your application, you’ll need to provide official transcripts from your high school and all colleges attended. While these schools tend to do the submissions for you, you must request them. Start this step ASAP – as some schools take longer to fulfill your request.
Check the Admissions Page for detailed steps based on your student type (e.g., new, transfer, returning).
Help
- Admissions Office
- Phone: 513-861-7700
- Email: adm@cincinnatistate.edu
Receive Admission Decision
Happens Automatically
Find out if you’ve been officially admitted to the college so you can take the next steps.
- Access to the email address you used for your application
- Or to check your admission status online, your Application Portal login credentials (the account you created when applying)
- Check your email
- Or, log into the Application Portal with the account you created when applying
You’ll be notified via email about your admission status to Cincinnati State and next steps automatically once all documents are received and processed. We’ll review your application quickly, and once admitted you’ll get an email. The email will confirm your acceptance and outline the next steps.
If you haven’t received your letter of admission two weeks after all documents were received at Cincy State, please contact the admissions office.
- Admissions Office
- Phone: 513-861-7700
- Email: adm@cincinnatistate.edu
Apply for Financial Aid
Optional but Recommended | About an hour the first time
Complete and submit the FAFSA – the Free Application for Federal Student Aid – to qualify for financial aid.
- Social Security Number (SSN)
- Parental/guardian information (if filing as a dependent)
- Visit FAFSA
- Complete and submit the form online
- Check your email for a message from the Financial Aid Office at Cincinnati State for next steps
To help fund your education, apply for financial aid by completing the FAFSA – the form from the federal government that determines aid eligibility.
Give yourself the best chance by submitting the FAFSA as early as possible — ideally one month before your first semester starts. It’s free and could lead to thousands of dollars in financial aid!
- Visit the Financial Aid Office
- Call: 513-569-1530
- Email: fam@cincinnatistate.edu
Schedule Advisor Meeting
Required | A couple of minutes
Schedule this mandatory meeting in order to register for classes for the first time. Don’t wait—appointments fill up fast as the first day of the semester approaches.
- Student ID# (received upon admission)
- MyCState log-in (received upon admission)
- Log into your MyCState account
- Click “Starfish”
- Under “Tools” and the top navigation, click on your Student Success Network to schedule your advising appointment
Visit the Academic Advising page for more information, and watch for email and text communications about scheduling your advising appointment.
As a new student, you must meet with an advisor before you can register for classes. These appointments must be scheduled in advance.
Advisors help answer your questions, explain class options, and arrange a class schedule. They’re here to do some of the hard work for you!
Contact the Advising Office or the office of the division office of your major:
- Business Technologies: (513) 569-1620
- Engineering and Information Technologies: (513) 569-1743
- Health and Public Safety: (513) 569-1670
- Humanities and Sciences: (513) 569-1700
Meet With Advisor
Required | Up to 1 hour
Complete your mandatory advisor meeting either in-person or virtually where you will also choose and schedule classes for the first time.
- Computer access during your appointment (a smartphone screen is not ideal)
This is your chance to plan your course schedule and ask any questions you may have, such as:
- Differences in enrolling full-time vs part-time
- Class options & schedules
- Prerequisites or other requirements, such as math and english placements
After answering your questions, advisers will help you arrange a class schedule. They’re here to do some of the hard work for you!
- Contact a Pathway Advisor: 513-569-1670
Register for Classes
Required | 15 minutes
Choose the classes you want to take and their times to create your schedule for the semester.
- Your MyCState login credentials
- Go to Cincinnati State Self-Service
- Enroll in course sections online by following the prompts
- For detailed guidance, visit Student Planning
After meeting with your advisor, you’ll be ready to register for your classes. Your advisor will guide you through most of this process during your meeting, but here’s what you need to know to get started.
Classes can fill up, so the sooner you register, the better.
- Visit Student Planning
- Contact the Registrar at 513-569-1522 or registraroffice@cincinnatistate.edu
- Or, contact your Academic Advisor
Your path at Cincinnati State starts when you apply, but if you’re not quite ready, you can reach out with any and all questions or explore college and program details like key dates, courses, costs, and financial aid options via the links below, or by requesting your starter kit.
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