Congratulations!
Congrats on taking the first steps towards your education goals. Have you received your approval email from Guild? If not, don’t worry, you should receive an email within seven days of submitting your Guild application.
If you have received your Guild approval email, double congratulations! Here are your next steps for becoming a Guild student at AdventHealth University:
State Requirements
As a result of state regulations that restrict online education, AdventHealth University is not permitted to offer online courses in the following states: Indiana, Iowa, Massachusetts, Minnesota, and Wisconsin. If you are currently a resident of Indiana, Iowa, Massachusetts, Minnesota, or Wisconsin, you will not be able to complete enrollment for AdventHealth University programs at this time.
1 — Make Sure You’re Eligible
Check to make sure you're eligible for your company's education benefit, right up to the first day of your courses. Go to the Guild home page and check your eligibility status in the upper right-hand corner. For more information about eligibility, contact Guild support.
2 — Submit Your AdventHealth University Application
Apply to AdventHealth University if you've not already done so. AdventHealth employees can have the application fee waived by entering GuildStudent in the coupon code field of the online application.
Be sure to choose the same learning program on your AdventHealth University application that you selected on the Guild application, or you may have to pay for the program on your own. Please also be sure to use the same name, email address, and other personal information you used on your Guild application when completing the AdventHealth University application. Using different information may result in delays for your start at AdventHealth University.
Follow all instructions in the AdventHealth University application, and be sure to look out for any emails you receive from the university. If you have any questions about your AdventHealth University application or enrollment process, don't hesitate to connect with AdventHealth University’s Admissions Department. For more information, please go directly to https://www.ahu.edu/admissions
3 — Start Your FAFSA
Gather important documents and complete your FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) online. The Federal School Code for AdventHealth University is 031155. Follow the detailed instructions provided by the Federal Student Aid office. When you're finished, you will need to go directly to https://www.ahu.edu/tuition-and-aid/how-to-apply-for-financial-aid to complete the FAFSA process for AdventHealth University. Once processed, you may be offered awards you can accept or decline.
You can also go directly to https://www.ahu.edu/tuition-and-aid/how-to-apply-for-financial-aid to learn more about the FAFSA process at AdventHealth University.
Gather important documents and complete your FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) online. Use the {AP} code [insert code]. Follow the detailed instructions provided by the Federal Student Aid office. When you're finished, you will be offered awards which you can accept or decline.
Per the Employer policy, each student enrolling in a program that is eligible for federal financial aid may be required to complete one or more of the following items before initial program enrollment and annually thereafter: FAFSA, financial aid packaging / awarding process, accept any grant aid awarded. If any grants are accepted they will be applied to tuition and mandatory fees before employer payment. If you have questions regarding your Employer education benefit policy, please consult Guild support. If you have questions about financial aid, please contact your learning provider's financial aid office.
4 — Send Your Transcripts to AdventHealth University
Submit official transcripts from all colleges previously attended. Admission GPAs will be calculated based on credits and grades from regionally accredited institutions only. Transcripts must be mailed or delivered electronically to AHU from each institution, or the applicant may deliver a transcript in a sealed envelope directly to the Office of Admissions.
If you have previous education outside of the U.S. (foreign credentials), there are extra requirements to complete to enroll at AHU.
A foreign credential evaluation of your transcripts with grade point average (GPA) is required and must be completed by one of AHU’s approved credential agencies. Please review AHU's policy for international transcripts:
An English translation of non-English transcripts is required. Translation can be completed by a member of the American Translators Association (ATA) and must be sent directly to the approved credential agency.
Confirm requirements with AHU before paying out of pocket for an evaluation and/or translation.
If you need more help with the foreign credentials process, please review this article. You can also message Guild Support or call 1-800-985-4027 (Monday-Friday, 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. MT).
For electronic requests without a drop-down option showing AdventHealth University, please send to Admissions@ahu.edu.
AHU accepts official transcripts hand-delivered in a sealed envelope, or by mail to:
AdventHealth University
Attention: Office of Admissions
671 Winyah Drive
Orlando, FL 32803
Note: It may take 1-2 months for transcripts to arrive at AdventHealth University, so order them as soon as possible.
You can also go directly to https://www.ahu.edu/admissions to learn more about the transcript process at AdventHealth University.
5 — Confirm Acceptance at AdventHealth University
Once you receive a decision from AdventHealth University, follow the instructions provided and be sure to take the appropriate steps to confirm your acceptance.
6 — Complete Your AdventHealth University Orientation Process
Make sure to take time to complete the AdventHealth University orientation process to learn more details about your program, expectations, and keys to your academic success!
7 — Connect with Your AdventHealth University Student Experience Manager & Register for Courses
Schedule a meeting with your AdventHealth University Student Experience Manager to get ready for starting your program. Your Student Experience Manager is available to help you register for courses (if applicable), support you in your AdventHealth University program, discuss course-related questions, and share resources available to you at AdventHealth University.
8 — Get Your Books & Materials Ready
Get your books and other materials ready for your courses. Check the syllabus for each course to find out what you need, and be sure to keep your receipts - you may need them for returns or reimbursements.
9 - Stay Enrolled
Make sure you attend courses past the add/drop period in order to stay enrolled in your program at AdventHealth University. Failure to do so may result in you being automatically dropped from the program or prevent you from continuing.
10 - Chat with Your Guild Growth Coach for Support
Once you’ve made it past the add/drop period, you’ll have a chance to talk with your Guild Growth Coach. This is the time to discuss your education and career aspirations, ask questions, and set goals for completing your program at AdventHealth University.
11 - Complete Your Coursework at AdventHealth University
Your Guild support network, along with your AdventHealth University support team, will be there to offer guidance and support throughout your program. Don’t hesitate to reach out to Guild support or AdventHealth University by calling 800-500-7747 with any questions you may have!