Next Steps

It’s time to get connected to American International College! As an AIC student, you will receive a personalized email account and access to a student portal. Logging in to your new account opens doors to information regarding course registration, program information, news, events and so much more!

How to activate your AIC student email:

1. After submitting your enrollment deposit, you will receive an email from AIC’s IT department with the subject line “Getting Connected to MyAIC Student Portal”
2. Follow the instructions in this email:
   • Login at https://aicportal.jenzabarcloud.com/ICS with your AIC Student Email and your Temporary Password.
   • Complete the Multi-Factor Authentication process by downloading the Microsoft Authenticator app.

At AIC, Yellow Jackets who do not plan to live on campus and will commute to campus must file a Commuter Eligibility Application. This application determines whether students meet our commuter eligibility and allows students to choose additional resources such as Commuter Meal Plans.

1. To visit the Residence Life website directly: Residence Life Home | Residence Life | Portal
2. Choose the “Commuter Application” in the “Important Links” section on the right-hand side.

If you have questions regarding this application, please contact your Admissions Counselor or email residence.life@aic.edu.

Commuter Application FAQ

Is this application mandatory?: Yes. Even if a student plans to commute, they must be approved to do so. Failure to submit this application will result in a hold on your student account.

Can I change my mind after submitting an application?: Yes! If you are eligible to commute, have submitted the Housing Application, but have now changed your mind and wish to commute, you must submit the Commuter Application and contact residence.life@aic.edu to notify them of this change.

Yellow Jackets who will be living on campus must file a Student Housing Application in the MyAIC Portal to apply for housing. Without this application, students will not receive a room assignment.

To submit the Housing Application, please follow the steps below:

1. Click here for the direct link to the application: New & Transfer Student Housing Application
2. Ensure you are logged in with your AIC Email Address or you may receive a “permissions error”.
3. Fill the application out to its completion and click submit.

The New & Transfer Student Housing Application consist of a quick questionnaire to determine housing eligibility, allow students to choose housing preferences such as building preference, a Roommate Compatibility Survey, and the filing of Emergency Contacts.

If you have questions regarding your housing application, please contact residence.life@aic.edu.

Important Housing Dates

Housing and Commuter Eligibility Applications Open: March 30th

Priority Housing Deadline: July 1st

General Move-In Day: Thursday, August 27th, 2026

At AIC, first-semester schedules for new incoming undergraduate students are initially created by your Student Success Advisor.

Don’t worry! You will have ample time to makes changes to your schedule. When you arrive to campus, you will have the opportunity to meet with your advisor during the add/drop period to adjust your schedule.

The Financial Responsibility Agreement is a required online document that all Yellow Jackets must complete each year for the office of Student Accounts. This document explains the financial policies of the college and asks students to confirm that they have received this important information.

To submit your Financial Responsibility Agreement, follow the below instructions:

1. Visit your Student Account Forms through your AIC Student Portal here: aic.edu/student-account-forms/
2. Ensure you are logged in with your AIC Email Address.
3. Read the document thoroughly and submit.

At AIC, every Yellow Jacket is required to have Health Insurance that meets Massachusetts minimum requirements of health insurance. This can be through either:

1. AIC’s Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP) provided by Insurance For Students (IFS) OR
2. Private Health Insurance provided by you or your family OR
3. Some State-Run Health Insurance plans such as MassHealth qualify.

Students may be required to enroll in the Student Health Insurance Plan if they are not enrolled in a private or qualifying state-run health insurance plan.

Waiving your Student Health Insurance Requirement:

If you are currently enrolled in a private or qualifying state-run health insurance plan, you may be eligible to waive this Health Insurance requirement.

To submit a health insurance waiver form, follow the below instructions:

1. Visit www.insuranceforstudents.com/aic
2. Login with your AIC Student Email Address.
3. Submit the Waiver Form.

Things to note: This Waiver Form will ask questions regarding your current health insurance plan. We recommend filing this form with someone who knows your health insurance details and has access to documentation such as your insurance card, membership ID#, etc.

All students are required to complete both required health forms.

• Page 1: Medical History Form
  • Must be filled out by yourself and/or a parent or guardian.
  • Health Science Students must have proof of a two-step Tuberculin Skin test (Mantoux) or QuantiFERON-TB Gold blood test completed prior to the start of classes.
  • Student Athletes must provide proof of a sickle cell solubility blood test.
• Page 2: Physical Examination and Immunization Form
  • Must be completed by a licensed medical provider (MD, DO, NP, or PA).
  • A copy of your yearly physical with your immunizations record attached is also acceptable.
• Forms can be returned via:
  • Upload to your AIC Patient Portal
  • Please login to the Patient Portal using your AIC Email Address and password.
• Direct all health form related questions to Dexter Health Services: (413) 205-3248, Dexter.Health@aic.edu

Before classes begin, students must submit all final, official transcripts from your school. These documents will only be deemed ‘official’ if submitted directly from your high school or college institution. These documents can be submitted to admissions@aic.edu.

As an incoming student, it’s important that you understand your financial options when paying for college at AIC. Under the Finalize Financial Plan section, you will learn about your Student Bill, Payment Plan options, and how to sign up for a payment plan.

When will I receive a student bill?:

• Student Bills and Account Documents have been sent to student’s AIC Email Addresses.
• You can review your Billing Statement on your Student Support tab in your MyAIC Student portal.

I received my student bill; How can I sign up for a payment plan?:

• AIC’s Monthly Payment Plans are available with multiple options to choose from, ranging from 3 months to 6 months depending on the date of sign up. You can view your payment plan and payment arrangement options below:

Payment Arrangements:

Online Payments

• Make payments easily online through the Payment Gateway.
• Log in to the MyAIC Portal, navigate to “Student Support,” and scroll down to the “My Financial Account” section.
• Set up your Payment Gateway account through Transact.
• Make one-time payments anytime.

Monthly Payment Plans

• Sign up for a monthly payment plan online through the Payment Gateway.
• Log in to the MyAIC Portal, navigate to “Student Support,” and scroll down to the “My Financial Account” section.
• Set up your Payment Gateway account through Transact.
• To review your payment plan options, visit https://www.aic.edu/admissions/tuition-financial-aid/payment-plans/.

Have questions? Contact our Student Accounts department at (413) 205-3254 or at student.accounts@aic.edu.

We recommend each Deposited Student meet with their Admissions Counselor for a REX101 Appointment either virtually, over the phone, or in-person.

During these 30-minute appointments, students will be walked through the remaining Deposited Student Next Steps in detail, have a chance to ask questions about their upcoming semester, and more.

To book your appointment, please contact your Admissions Counselor or login to your Admissions Portal for their booking link.

Summer Summit Days are two-day overnight student-only experiences full of programming where students will have the opportunity to meet fellow Yellow Jackets, receive their class schedules, get immersed in the community, and finalize any remaining details of their enrollment before classes start!

At Summer Summit you will:

• Stay overnight in one of our Residence Halls to get the immersive Yellow Jacket Experience.
• Meet with your Student Success Advisor and receive your class schedule.
• Attend social meet-ups like Karaoke night in the Stinger, an Athletics social, student panels, and group breakfast, lunch, and dinners.
• Explore your academics with faculty meetings, Hive fairs, and more!

This year, we are offering two dates to attend in May or June. Student generally attend only one session.

Summer Summit Day Overnight Dates:

Saturday, May 23rd to Sunday, May 24th – Registration is closed

Monday, June 22nd to Tuesday, June 23rd – Registration is closed

To learn more about the event, view our helpful FAQ on our Summer Summit Day page.