Upon acceptance of admission, you receive an official FNU email address and login information. Once admitted, all communication will be sent to the FNU email account. Therefore, it is essential that you begin regularly reviewing your FNU email account for important information and updates. 

FNU Email Location:  https://outlook.office.com/owa/frontier.edu

FNU is a single-sign-on university. Meaning, your FNU email and password will also allow you to login to the Student Self-Service system, Canvas Learning Management System, and the password-protected pages of the Banyan Tree portal page. Your FNU ID can be located in Self-Service and on the Profile page of the FNU Portal. 

If you are having difficulty with your FNU email, please contact FNU IT: 859-251-4545 or at support@frontier.edu. 

Create Email Signature: To help FNU staff and faculty assist you quickly, include all of your information in your email signature. Below is the required email signature template. All students are required to use the provided template on all devices (i.e. PC, smartphone, mobile device, tablet, etc).

Your RCF (Regional Clinical Faculty) and projected Clinical Bound Date will be assigned at the start of your first term. The information will be listed in the directory at the start of your first term. Please leave this information blank for now. To Verify your Academic Advisor please click here. 

More information about your signature can be found in the links below.  

Banyan Tree Portal Page

Prior to arriving on campus for Frontier/DNP Bound, all degree-seeking students must complete additional admission requirements. The additional materials include a background check, proof of immunizations (including COVID-19), and current medical record information.

Click this CastleBranch link to begin. Once in CastleBranch, and after clicking Place Order, be sure to select the Admissions Compliance option (see image below). Note, there is an additional fee, paid to CastleBranch. CastleBranch is a third-party vendor. Please Contact CastleBranch - 888.723.4263 - if you experience technical difficulties. 

Failure to complete the required materials by the published deadline date may result in the cancellation of your admission to FNU.

For important term dates, please access the FNU Academic Calendar.

All degree-seeking students (MSN, PGC, DNP) are required to attend an in-person orientation called Frontier/DNP Bound.

Make Travel Arrangements to Attend Frontier/DNP Bound in Kentucky: As you make plans to complete the Frontier/DNP Bound Travel & Housing Registration form and confirm your Frontier/DNP Bound travel arrangements, please take some time to review the Frontier/DNP Bound schedule outline below. Please make plans to attend based on your confirmed Frontier/DNP Bound date that you selected when you accepted your offer of admission. If you have questions about your confirmed Frontier Bound date, contact your Enrollment Coordinator at enrollmentcoordinator@frontier.edu for clarification. 

All references to specific times listed are in local Kentucky time, EASTERN TIME zone. 

TRAVEL DELAYS: If your arrival to campus will be delayed, please call 859-251-4700 AND email enrollmentcoordinator@frontier.edu to inform FNU of your late arrival. If arriving on the weekend, the 859-251-4700 is not monitored and therefore, you will want to communicate via the enrollmentcoordinator@frontier.edu email. Students remain responsible for their travel arrangements if any unexpected travel plan changes occur. 

Early Arrival and Late Departure of Students: FNU will attempt to accommodate students who need to arrive a day prior or depart a day later for their campus event. Students will indicate on their Frontier/DNP Bound Travel & Housing Registration form if they wish to check-in a day early or check-out a day late. Students are required to send an email to housing@frontier.edu with their request no later than two (2) weeks prior to their arrival date. The Campus Operations Coordinator will review the request and communicate the approval or denial of the request via the student’s FNU email account. If approved, a non-refundable, nightly fee of $52 is to be paid prior to arriving on campus. Meals will not be served during this time. However, the Dining Hall will be open 24/7 for snacks and refreshments. The Fitness Center will also be available. Students should be aware that if they arrive early or stay late, they may be the only person on campus (aside from Security on campus 24/7).

Early Arrival = 1 pm EST the day prior to the start of your Frontier/DNP Bound.

Late Departure = 3 pm EST the day after the end of your Frontier/DNP Bound.

Students should not plan for early arrival or late departure until after they have received confirmation from FNU Housing. In some cases, campus events are held back to back, and FNU cannot accommodate an early arrival or late departure.

Frontier/DNP Bound Travel & Housing Registration Form: After making your travel arrangements, please use this form to register for Frontier/DNP Bound.

Please ensure that you provide your confirmed Frontier/DNP Bound date on this form. The date selected for housing MUST match the date you selected when you accepted your offer of admission. If you are unsure of the Frontier Bound date you chose, refer to your email inbox (search subject line: Frontier Nursing University: Your New Account) to verify your date before completing your housing form. Students stay in campus housing for the required Frontier/DNP Bound orientation. Typically, all student housing on campus is set up for single occupancy, with community bathrooms. Information you provide via this registration form helps us plan meals, make housing arrangements, ensure you arrive to campus on time and other key details. 

Failure to complete the Frontier/DNP Bound Travel & Housing Registration form may result in the cancellation of your admission to FNU.

Student Badge ID & Photo Release Forms should be completed ASAP!

FNU Student ID Badge Form

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at FNU (Course & Certificate) and Sexual Assault Prevention for Graduate Students (Course & Certificate)

Please Click on this link to access the required education courses on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and Sexual Assault Prevention for Graduate Students. The link will take you to a module that is administered by Vector Solutions LMS. Completion of the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion education course and the Sexual Assault Prevention for Graduate Students education course via Vector Solutions LMS is a required component for all students prior to the arrival on campus for Frontier/DNP Bound orientation.

- Your login information will be the same as your FNU credentials.

- Once you log in to Vector Solutions LMS (using your FNU credentials) you will see assignments for the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and Sexual Assault Prevention for Graduate Students courses. When the courses are completed, you will be provided a certificate of completion. 

- Please upload the certificates of completion, provided at the end of each course, to your CastleBranch to-do list under the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and Sexual Assault Prevention for Graduate Students requirements. You can find your certificates by visiting the Training History dashboard in Vector Solutions and clicking ‘Download Certificate’. If you do not see the View Certificate options immediately after completing the training, please allow 24 hours for the site to update, select training date range and refresh list before contacting Vector Solutions. 

If you log in to the Vector Solutions LMS using your FNU credentials and do not see the diversity, equity and inclusion course listed on your ‘my assignments’ dashboard, please contact Chris.Turley@frontier.edu to gain access to the course.
If you encounter an error when you click on the link above please take the following steps:  

- Use Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge browser on a desk or laptop computer

- Ensure that you are entering the same email address and password as your assigned FNU credentials (emailed to you after you accept your FNU offer of admission)

- Ensure that the internet browser you are using shows you logged in with your FNU credentials

- Sometimes browsers save login information from past access. If you are using Chrome you will see a little image in the top right corner that shows how you are logged in. 

- If you need technical assistance please contact Vector Solutions tech support using “Help” within the course which will provide tutorials and resources for general users, or submit support case form and press submit

- Clear cache

- If still having issues or have issues once the training has started, please contact Vector Solution at support.education@vectorsolutions.com

Evaluation of Previous Academic Work - The complete policies and procedures for transfer credit, gap analysis, and POS adjustments, including criteria for transfer course eligibility and the listing of specific FNU courses that are eligible for potential transfer credit, can be found in the Evaluation of Previous Academic Work section of the FNU Catalog.

It is important to note that FNU allows a maximum of ten (10) credit hours earned via course transfer, and gap analysis combined. The accumulated total of course transfer, gap analysis, and program of study (POS) adjustments may not exceed two-thirds of the degree requirements. 

There is a fee for each FNU course reviewed for potential Transfer or Gap Analysis credit. Please note, clinical courses and DNP project courses are not eligible for transfer credit.

Students planning to submit courses for evaluation of Previous Academic Work should follow the policies and procedures outlined in the FNU Catalog. It is strongly encouraged to submit all request forms and course syllabus to the Registrar at registrar@frontier.edu prior to attending Frontier/DNP Bound.  Evaluation of courses for potential transfer and Gap Analysis during Frontier/DNP Bound orientation is not possible. These  procedures and policies can be found on the Registrar Portal page. If you have questions about the  Evaluation of Previous Academic Work Policy or process please contact the FNU Registrar, registrar@frontier.edu.

If you have questions about how a transferred course will fit in your academic program of study please contact your  Academic Advisor.

Based on your individual academic history at the time of acceptance, your Enrollment Coordinator may notify you that you need to complete an additional course as part of the FNU program of study.

- MSN Students -  FNU Admissions requires an undergraduate or graduate-level general health assessment course. MSN applicants who have NOT successfully completed an acceptable physical assessment course will have N400 - Health Assessment incorporated into their program of study and will take the course at FNU. The course must be a three (3) credit undergraduate or graduate-level physical assessment course from an accredited institution. Health assessment content integrated into other courses will NOT meet FNU requirements. See the Admissions Policies section of the FNU Catalog for more details. Your Enrollment Coordinator will notify you if you need to take N400 - Health Assessment as part of your MSN. A course syllabus may be requested upon admission to assist in this evaluation. 

- PGC Students -  FNU Admissions requires graduate-level Advanced Pharmacology, Advanced Physical Assessment and Advanced Pathophysiology across the lifespan (the "3Ps"). PGC students who, upon admission, have NOT successfully completed an acceptable Advanced Pharmacology, Advanced Physical Assessment or Advanced Pathophysiology across the lifespan will have the missing course(s) incorporated into their program of study. Program plans are developed based on previous graduate coursework. Course descriptions and syllabi may be requested to assist in this evaluation. Prepare to submit course descriptions and syllabi upon admission.

If you require accommodations or have questions regarding accessibility for your on-campus visit to FNU, including mobility, access needs, or any other considerations, please contact Accessibility Services as soon as possible to begin making arrangements.

Academic ADA Accommodations

FNU's policy for establishing academic accommodation for students can be found in the FNU Catalog under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 Policy.

FNU does not discriminate in admission to, access to, or participation in its programs or activities; the disclosure of a disability is voluntary. Students wishing to request academic accommodation due to a disability will be asked to provide documentation from a healthcare provider outlining how the disability limits their ability to function in the academic arena. The purpose of the documentation is to identify the appropriate services and/or accommodations. 

Although academic accommodation can be requested at any time during one's academic career, newly admitted students are encouraged to begin the process of requesting accommodation before attending Frontier/DNP Bound orientation. Starting the process early will allow adequate time to get all approved accommodations in place before the first day of the term. 

Students should contact Accessibility Services to begin the approval process: accessibility@frontier.edu

A few days prior to your scheduled Frontier/DNP Bound, an email will be sent to your FNU email account with instructions on how to download the app on your mobile device.

- The app is the only location for the daily schedule, attendee profiles, dining hall menu, access to real time push notifications while on campus, etc.

- To reduce confusion you will only see your program’s schedule (i.e. FNP will not see PMHNP’s schedule)

- Make friends! Build your profile and add your photo.

- Questions related to the CVENT app can be directed to studentservices@frontier.edu

Student housing is single occupancy with community bathrooms. Towels, pillows, and linens are provided for all persons staying on campus. Every building on FNU campus has wifi internet. 

During Frontier/DNP Bound, FNU provides daily meals and 24/7 access to snacks and beverages. There will be a non-meat option at every meal and a small offering of gluten-free options. A salad bar is available at most meals. If you have additional dietary needs please be sure to provide that information on your Frontier/DNP Bound Travel and Registration Form under the special accommodations section. 

REQUIRED ITEMS 

- Laptop (Ipads and Chromebooks are NOT compatible with Examsoft). Your laptop is a necessary tool for successful involvement in Frontier/DNP Bound sessions. Please review the Technology Requirements section of the FNU Catalog for additional technological specifics.

SUGGESTED ITEMS 

- Pack lightly (one small suitcase) - After check-in, students will walk to their rooms from the Welcome Center. Additionally, you may be carrying your luggage up a flight of stairs. 

- A lightweight jacket or sweater.

- Comfortable walking shoes, our beautiful campus totals 217 acres.

- Bathrobe and shower shoes for shared bathroom accommodations.

- Light sleepers may wish to bring eye masks, ear plugs, or a personal white noise device to help filter ambient sounds.

- Comfortable clothing - when selecting your clothing, consider the impression you wish to make as you begin your journey as a graduate student and future colleague.

- Personal toiletries - only hand soap is provided in student housing.

- Most student housing accommodations will have one hairdryer and one clothes iron available for use. 

- Exercise clothing for use of our 5k walking trail and/or fitness room. 

- Pocket umbrella or rain jacket.

OPTIONAL ITEMS TO PACK 

- Your own pillow or blanket - Two pillows, sheets, and a blanket are provided.

- Any special dietary items that you may require (i.e. Kosher meals, diabetic needs, or special snacks).

- A cashless drink vending machine that accepts apple/google pay and debit/credit cards is available on the lower level of the Dining Hall near the Gift Shop. The machine contains a variety of soft drinks as well as energy drinks. Feel free to bring your own! 

- Accommodations for dietary needs may be possible. Please share your l dietary needs in the ‘special accommodations’ section of your Frontier/DNP Bound Travel and Registration Form.

- Electric breast pumps are available upon request. For sanitary reasons, you must bring your own accessory kit (cups, tubing, bottles). The lactation room is located in RM 114 in the Community Center.  Your request and questions can be directed to contact housing@frontier.edu.

Meet Faculty, Staff, and Students

In accordance with the FNU Community of Inquiry and Culture of Caring, you'll find that building relationships means a lot at FNU. The in-person Frontier/DNP Bound orientation provides an opportunity for you to connect with like-minded students, faculty, and staff. You have the opportunity to view presentations and engage in discussions that will deepen your understanding of the role of nurse-midwives, nurse practitioners, and doctorally prepared leaders in healthcare. These interactions help establish a solid foundation for starting your academic journey at FNU.

In addition to building those relationships, while at Frontier/DNP Bound you will: 

- Build lifelong friendships

- Learn more about your curriculum during sessions with staff and faculty 

- Register for courses and identify your anticipated graduation date

- Gain a better understanding of FNU's tools and support structure for identifying a clinical site and preceptor (MSN and PGC students) and a QI clinical project site (DNP students)

- Learn more about funding your education (financial aid, scholarships, VA educational benefits, and tuition payments)

- Familiarize yourself with FNU technology systems and platforms 

- Get to know the library resources and consult with FNU Librarians

- Learn more about FNU's mission and vision, including our commitment to becoming an antiracist university and improving the healthcare landscape regarding diversity, equity, and inclusion

- Have fun!

Student Council Representatives

If you’ve enjoyed leadership in the past or are looking to gain some leadership experience during your graduate studies, nominating yourself for the FNU Student Council is an excellent way to get involved. Student Council representatives meet with the Dean of Nursing four (4) times a year (once per term) via a virtual meeting to share student ideas and concerns. You can learn more about FNU Student Council here on the portal.

Self-nominations and the election process will be fully explained in the post-Bound BT 101 course. While you are on campus for Frontier/DNP Bound and meeting your colleagues, start thinking about whether you might be interested in self-nominating to become a Student Council representative.

Campus Safety and Security

For the security of students, Campus Safety and Security should be aware of student locations while on campus. Therefore, students are expected to attend all scheduled sessions, arrive punctually, and stay until the completion of each session. During Frontier/DNP Bound the student’s focus is on the content and courses delivered on Campus. If a student would like a visitor on Campus, they will need to request permission, in advance and in writing, from their Department Chair or DNP Director (excluding caregivers approved via the Breastfeeding Infants on Campus policy). Overnight visitors are prohibited (aside from those approved via the Breastfeeding Infants on Campus policy). The conduct of a visitor shall not interfere with the educational process or learning environment. Visitors are expected to abide by all operational regulations and guidelines, including safety and access restrictions. FNU reserves the right to remove or restrict visitors from its facilities who violate guidelines or cause disruption to programs, activities, services and/or classes, or for any other reason deemed necessary by FNU. For more information, please review the Visitors on Campus Policy located in the FNU Catalog.

FNU Security Officer(s) are on duty 24/7 on campus. To learn more about our campus safety, please review the Banyan Tree Portal Page for further details.

Please review the Versailles Area Information portal page for additional information. 

FNU CAMPUS NUMBERS

- Security officer on duty around the clock: (859) 552-2170 and (859) 251-4701

- Frontier Nursing University Facilities and Security Manager: (859) 251-2036

- Versailles Water Department: (859) 873-5437

- Electric Company (KU): 800-981-0600  

- Director of Campus Operations (859) 251-4729

- On-site Faculty Administrator is your go-to person for issues, injuries, illness, and questions.

Tobacco Free Campus, Alcohol & Drug Policies

TOBACCO-FREE COMMUNITY - Please refer to the FNU’s Tobacco-Free Community policy.

ALCOHOL & DRUG PREVENTION PROGRAM & POLICY - To review the policy in its entirety, please review the Alcohol & Drug Prevention Program & Policy in the FNU Catalog.

FNU reserves the right to test for drugs and/or alcohol for students who could reasonably be suspected of drug or alcohol abuse based on appearance, smell, speech, irrational or unusual behavior, or carelessness or disregard for the safety of others. This suspicion may be raised by students, faculty, staff, preceptors, or other concerned parties. Urine or blood samples would be obtained under the supervision of appropriate health care professionals. Results of any drug/alcohol test may be shared with the members of the Student Policy Team and may result in disciplinary actions up to and including dismissal. The drug/alcohol tests will not be conducted if an individual refuses to submit. However, refusal to submit may result in immediate referral to the Student Policy Team for dismissal.

Getting Familiar with FNU Technology

The Department of Information Technology provides and supports technology, communication, information, and collaborative services to FNU students, alumni, faculty, and staff. Our primary goal is to serve as an enabler to using technology in creative, innovative, and immersive directions to advance and support the mission and goals of the university.

TECHNOLOGY REQUIREMENTS

Please bring your laptop and mobile device with you to your Frontier/DNP Bound orientation. Both will be used in various sessions. You will have a hands-on, small group session where you can ask questions and troubleshoot any problems.

Please take a moment to review FNU's technology requirements in the FNU Catalog. We stress that any system you utilize must be regularly updated and rebooted to properly maintain a healthy operating system.

GOOGLE UNIVERSITY

FNU Utilizes Google Apps for Education providing students with robust tools for email, document collaboration, one drive file storage, and online meetings. Please visit our G-Suite Training Page to learn more about all the Apps available. New students are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the G-Suite Training modules in order to have a basic awareness of the Google Apps for Education prior to attending the in-person Bound. The Google Apps for Education will be reviewed in more detail and practiced during orientation Bound.

MICROSOFT SUITE

As noted above, as a student you are required to use Microsoft Office 2013 or later. Students can sign up for Microsoft Office 2013 by going to Office 365 for Education and signing up with their frontier.edu email address. This copy of Microsoft Office is good for three years.

FNU TECHNICAL SUPPORT

If you need immediate computer assistance, please call the IT Support Staff at (859) 251-4545 or email support@frontier.edu. The IT Support Staff strives to answer every ticket within one business day; however technical support is most effective with a phone call when possible.

Not seeing the external links?  Make sure you are:

- Logged OUT of any personal Gmail account

- Logged IN to your Frontier Gmail account or through the Banyan Tree Portal

- Accessing this page through your Chrome browser

FNU provides a multi-layered approach to academic support: academic advisors, Regional Clinical Faculty (RCF), clinical advisors, and course faculty. All students are assigned an academic advisor upon admission. MSN and PGC students are also assigned an RCF member and clinical advisor who are the primary contact for clinical related information. Additionally, all FNU students can expect to have a high level of engagement with faculty throughout the program.

Academic Advisor

Your academic advisor is a staff member who will monitor your progress to graduation and assist you in understanding FNU academic regulations, policies, and protocols such as course registration, course withdrawal, and academic hiatus. Your advisor will also help you identify and access university resources based on your specific needs. While at Bound, you will register for your first term courses during the academic advising session.

You can identify your assigned Academic Advisor here. As of the first day of your first term, you will also be able to see your assigned academic advisor on your Profile Banyan Tree Portal (if you were a previous FNU student, your Profile will contain information from your previous degree until the first day of your first term of this admission).

RCF: Regional Clinical Faculty

Students in the MSN and PGC  programs are also assigned to a Regional Clinical Faculty, or RCF for short. RCFs are FNU faculty members who generally reside in your geographic region. The RCF is responsible for assisting you in preparing for the clinical experience and will serve as your primary advisor during your clinical coursework.

You can identify your assigned Regional Clinical Faculty here. As of the first day of your first term, you will also be able to see your assigned RCF on your Profile Banyan Tree Portal.

Clinical Advisor 

MSN and PGC students can consult with a clinical advisor as desired. Clinical advisors are staff members dedicated to helping students navigate the clinical search process and utilize FNU resources to locate clinical sites and preceptors. The clinical advisors are assigned by program track and can help you discern which site types are appropriate based on your program of study and understand university policy related to the clinical rotation. 

You can identify your assigned Clinical Advisor here. As of the first day of your first term, you will also be able to see your assigned clinical advisor on your Profile Banyan Tree Portal.

Course Coordinators and Course Faculty

In addition to the support listed above, FNU strives to support students via strong engagement and mentoring within the coursework. Each course at FNU has a designated faculty who serves as Course Coordinator. The Course Coordinator is responsible for the overall management of the course. Depending on the type of course, you may engage more with a specific course faculty who serves as your primary point of contact and grader within a given course. Students are encouraged to be active participants in their courses, communicate regularly with faculty, and ask clarifying questions to maximize the learning experience.

Department Chairs & Clinical Directors

There are designated faculty responsible for administrative oversight and strategic planning for the academic departments and programs.

Department Chairs - provide leadership and direction for the academic departments; there is one Department Chair for each specialty track (CNEP, WHNP, FNP, PMHNP) 

Clinical Directors - provide leadership and direction for the clinical component of the MSN and PGC programs; there is one Clinical Director for each specialty track (CNEP, WHNP, FNP, PMHNP)

You can identify the Department Chair and Clinical Director of your specialty track here.

PROGRAMS OF STUDY

The current FNU Programs of Study can be found on the Registrar Portal page. The Program of Study (POS) is a roadmap that demonstrates one path for how a student can complete all the degree requirements within a certain timeframe.

Here are a few things to consider as you think about how to register for that first term of courses and how to plan for your eventual graduation.

- FNU teaches every course, every term, and they never fill up. This allows students who need to deviate from the published POS to either slow down or speed up their academic timeline as needed, provided course prerequisites allow.

- All FNU coursework is asynchronous, meaning there isn't a specific time or place you need to be during the term. You complete the work when it is best for you, per the due dates in the syllabus.

- Full-time study at FNU is 5 or more credits in a term. During the didactic portion of the degree, anyone completing two courses (generally 6-7 credits) is considered full-time.

- FNU teaches the equivalent of semester credits (typically delivered in a 16-week semester) on a shortened time frame (FNU's 11-week term). Our courses carry a lot of content and we move quickly. FNU has been delivering distance education since 1989 and in a term-based system since 2007. Our faculty are skilled at teaching in this manner and our students are successful. But as you think about how much time you must dedicate to your studies in your first term, keep this pacing in mind to create a realistic plan for incorporating study time into your existing life schedule. 

- Be sure to consider the clinical expectations as you prepare for the clinical experience by reviewing the Clinical Policies in the FNU Catalog.

- FNU has policies to allow for course withdrawal, course add/drop, incomplete grades, and Academic Hiatus (aka term off from taking courses). We expect students to take advantage of these options when/if things start sliding sideways in a term. Your academic advisor and course faculty are available to assist in these situations. 

- As you begin the program, we encourage you to focus on the anticipated Clinical Bound term as the pace-setter instead of the end of the program. Set your sights on when you want to begin your clinical rotation, and we know graduation will be sure to follow soon after.

DEGREE AUDIT

Because students can move through the programs at their own pace, once you enroll in courses we will stop using the POS as a reference and will instead shift to using a degree audit. Your degree audit will be created by your academic advisor and will map your unique and specific progress through the degree requirements. Our goal is for you to know at all times what lies ahead and when you can anticipate coming back to campus for Clinical Bound and eventually graduating! Your academic advisor will share your customized degree audit with you closer to your first term of enrollment.

All degree-seeking students will complete a post-bound BT101 Orientation course. 

POST-BOUND Training modules will be completed AFTER attending Frontier/DNP Bound and just before your first term begins. The Post-Bound Training modules will open for you three (3) weeks before your first term begins.

Access to POST-BOUND Training modules will be announced three (3) weeks before your first term begins. BT101 can be accessed by logging in to Canvas with your FNU credentials. Canvas is FNU's learning management system and is the technology you will use throughout your studies to access and complete your coursework. 

FNU has four (4) academic terms each year. Each term is eleven (11) weeks in length with a two (2) week break between terms. The Academic Calendar can be found on the FNU Portal. You may also wish to "subscribe" to the shared FNU Google Calendar via your FNU Google Calendar.  

You will access your courses using our learning management system, Canvas. Your first experience with Canvas, as an FNU student, will be registration into the post-Bound modules in BT101. All FNU courses are taught asynchronously, meaning they are not held at a specific time or place. You can complete the coursework when it makes sense for you in accordance with the exam and assignment deadlines set forth in each Course Syllabus. 

You will gain access to your registered courses at approx. 6:30am ET the first day of each term. You will register for courses while on-campus during Frontier/DNP Bound and will confirm your intent to participate during "Roll Call" at the start of each term. (Details about roll call will be included as an assignment in each course at the start of each term).

Each student is assigned a dedicated Enrollment Coordinator (make sure you are signed in to the Banyan Tree portal, otherwise this page opens blank). Your Enrollment Coordinator is your primary point of contact throughout the pre-orientation period. They are here to:

-Guide you through pre-bound admission requirements completion: Ensure you are on track with your orientation requirements.

-Answer questions: Provide clarity on any doubts or concerns you might have about your upcoming trip to Kentucky.

-Assist with admissions requirements: Help you navigate all aspects of the admissions process to make sure all necessary steps are completed before your on-campus orientation.

Expectations:

-Communication: All communication is conducted via your FNU email account. Therefore, it is essential to regularly access your FNU email. Please reach out to your Enrollment Coordinator if you have any questions.

-Engagement: Actively participate in, and complete, all pre-bound admission requirements.

-Documentation submission: Ensure all required documents and forms are submitted by the published deadline date found further down on this page. 

-Preparation for on-campus orientation: Completion of all pre-bound admission requirements is mandatory for Frontier/DNP Bound orientation attendance.

Contact an Enrollment Coordinator: 

Enrollment Coordinators are available to assist with any questions or concerns you may have throughout the onboarding process. Remember to check your FNU email regularly for all official FNU communication. 

Email: enrollmentcoordinator@frontier.edu

Meet-and-greet (optional): Appointments are available by accessing this link* 

Phone: 859-251-4720

Office Contact Hours: Monday to Friday, 9 AM - 4 PM Eastern Time

*There is a Google Calendar setting that you will need to adjust to set your calendar view to the appropriate time zone. Please follow these steps:

-Open Google Calendar.

-In the top right, click Settings.

-In Time Zone, click Primary Time Zone > choose your time zone.

Dear new FNU students, please take a moment to review the administrative faculty introductions below. We're looking forward to supporting you as you begin this new journey.

Most questions about the admission and orientation process can be answered by one of the following offices:

Technical Support Services - support@frontier.edu
Questions about FNU email and accessing university systems such as Canvas (including the BT101 orientation course access), Self-Service, etc.

Enrollment Coordinator - email enrollmentcoordinator@frontier.edu or schedule a virtual meet-and-greet with your Enrollment Coordinator
Questions about completing the CastleBranch background check, immunizations and health forms, and pre-requisite coursework.  

Financial Aid - financialaid@frontier.edu
Questions about student loans.  

VA Benefits - VAbenefits@frontier.edu
Questions about VA educational benefits. 

Bursar - bursar@frontier.edu
Questions about paying fees or personal payments. 

Bound Housing - housing@frontier.edu
Questions about Frontier/DNP Bound housing registration. 

Accessibility Services - accessibility@frontier.edu
Questions regarding ADA/504 academic accommodations or campus accessibility.

Academic Advising - advisingcenter@frontier.edu
Questions about your program of study or transfer credit.