Admissions Procedure

PURPOSE:

The purpose of this procedure is to describe the steps to create a StarID and complete the college application to be admitted to the institution.

PROCEDURAL STEPS:

1. Student creates StarID and password.
2. Student completes and submits the Minnesota State online application form. (Paper applications are available through the Admissions Department if necessary.)

Documentation of immunization as per Minnesota State Statute (M.S.135A.14) must be received no later than 45 class days after the semester begins. If documentation is not received a registration hold will be placed on the student’s record.

DEFINITIONS:

LIST RELATED POLICIES OR FORMS:

• Minnesota State Board Policy 3.4 Undergraduate Admissions
• Minnesota State System Procedure 3.4.1
• Minnesota State Policy 3.3 Assessment for Course Placement
• Minnesota State Procedure 3.3.1 Assessment for Course Placement
• Riverland Admission Appeal Policy
• Riverland PSEO/Concurrent Enrollment Admission
• Riverland Incoming Student Assessment Policy
• Riverland Assessment for College Readiness & Course Placement

Date Issued:  May 2026-New

Responsible Division / Author:  Academic Affairs / Vice President of Strategic Enrollment & Equity / Dean of Students