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Congratulations on your offer of admission to Relay. This article will take you through how to review your offer, accept or decline it, and take the first steps towards starting your program.
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Reviewing Your Admissions Decision
When you're considered for admission, you'll receive an email asking you to review your admissions decision. To access it:
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Log into your status page at https://rly.gs/status.
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Navigate to the 'Welcome to Relay tab' at the top of the screen.
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Click "View Update" under your Status Update. (You can download this as a PDF by clicking the link in the top right corner.)
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Click the hyperlink that says "here" next to "Please review your enrollment agreement here."
A note about enrollment agreements:
Depending on your program, you may have two enrollment agreements to review. This applies if you're pursuing:
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An MAT degree along with certification or licensure
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An Advanced Certificate, along with certification or licensure
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Certification or licensure only
Be sure to review and accept both agreements if applicable. If you accept your degree program offer but don't accept your educator preparation program (EPP) offer, you won't be able t pursue licensure or certification at Relay. Make sure you accept all offers that apply to your goals.
Accepting Your Offer
Once you've reviewed your enrollment agreement(s) and confirmed your details are correct, you can accept or decline your offer.
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Click "I accept."
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Click "Submit."
Clicking submit triggers your enrollment as a student. You'll receive an email with next steps to start your program. We also recommend reviewing the New Student Checklist.
Your signed agreement will also appear under the "Enrollment Checklist" on your status page. We recommend downloading a copy for your personal records.
Next Steps After You Accept
Once you've signed your enrollment agreement and chosen your initial session, here's what to do:
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Review the New Student Checklist.
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These tips and suggestions will help you prepare for your program.
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Set up your new Relay email address.
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Your new email will be [email protected]. (If your name is already in use, you may see a number added.) This is the email you'll use to log into all Relay platforms. Once you have created this email, you'll use it to begin to log in to your Admissions Status Portral, as well.
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Read your Welcome Email carefully.
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Pay close attention to any information about certification and licensure.
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Register for New Student and State-Specific Orientations.
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Complete any remaining requirements on your status page at https://rly.gs/status.
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Once your new Relay email is set up, you’ll use this to log into your Status page, along with your previously used password.
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Apply for AmeriCorps, if applicable, when prompted via email. This typically occurs in the fall term.
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Submit the School Authorization & Instructional Role form when prompted via email.
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This form confirms that you have secured a program-aligned teaching position, which is necessary for enrollment.
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Accessing Relay platforms: Once your Relay email is set up, you'll be able to access My Apps, Canvas, the Relay Library, and other platforms. The only way to access these is by being an enrolled student with a Relay email address.
Location-specific requirements: Some locations have additional items you must complete to stay enrolled, such as:
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Passing certification exams
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Completing certification workshops
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Submitting additional paperwork
You can find urgent requirements on your status page. You'll receive more information about all requirements during your certification orientation.
Frequently Asked Questions
My program information doesn't look accurate. What should I do? If something doesn't look right, do not accept your offer. Instead, email us at [email protected] and we'll work with you to update it.
I wasn't admitted, but I have new information that might change my eligibility. Can I be reconsidered? Yes. Prospective students who wish to provide new and compelling information that impacts their admissions eligibility may request reconsideration through the Reconsideration Policy.
I have other questions about my admissions decision. Email [email protected] and we'll be happy to help.
