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Learn about the accounts and systems you'll use as a new North Central University student, and how to get your devices ready before classes begin.
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After you're accepted
Do these at home as soon as you're accepted.
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Claim your NCU accountRequired
Set your password and sign in for the first time.
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Set up MFARequired
Add Microsoft Authenticator to your phone so you can sign in securely.
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Check your NCU emailRequired
Your address ends in @mail.northcentral.edu. Instructors and offices use it, so check it often.
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Once you're confirmed
After you confirm your enrollment, before you arrive on campus.
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Bookmark SkylineRecommended
News, events, and links to every university system.
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Install Microsoft OfficeRecommended
Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and more are free on your PC or Mac.
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When you get to campus
Your first week at North Central.
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Connect to Wi-FiRequired
Use NCU-Secure on your computer, phone, and tablet. Sign in with your NCU username (not your full email address) and password.
→ Device steps are in Getting connected below.
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Get into CanvasRequired
Find your courses, assignments, and grades.
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Set up Outlook on your phoneRecommended
Get email and your calendar on the go.
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Learn how to printRecommended
Students print for free on campus printers.
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Know how to spot phishingRecommended
Scammers target new students. NCU IT will never ask for your password or an MFA code.
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You're all set
Questions anytime? Stop by the IT Service Desk in Miller Hall 226 or call 612.343.4170.
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Essential academic apps
You'll use these platforms daily to keep up with coursework and university records.
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What you do here
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NCU Email
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Official university communication and your calendar.
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Canvas
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Course materials, assignments, and grades for every class.
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Self-Service
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Registration, financial aid, and academic records.
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Panopto
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University video content and lecture recordings.
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Getting connected
Use NCU-Secure for your computer, phone, and tablet. Sign in with your NCU username (not your full email address) and password.
Prohibited network devices
To keep the network stable for everyone, these are not allowed on campus:
- Wireless routers and access points
- Wired gateways or routers
- Any device that modifies the NCU network
Free printing
No need to bring a printer. Students print for free on any university Canon copier, including from a laptop or phone by email.
Mobile Printing
Getting help
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IT Service Desk
Miller Hall 226
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Call
612.343.4170
Mon–Thu, 7:30 a.m.–9 p.m.
Fri, 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
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