Check It Off. Get It Done.
MackTasks is your customized list of to-do items that you need to complete before you start classes.
- It lives on myMack – Merrimack’s online student portal.
- Students have myMack and MackTasks. Parents and family members can see tasks and deadlines on this New Student website.
- The MackTasks list you see in your portal is personalized just for you, so what you see might be different from a friend’s list.
- Due dates vary depending on the task with dates ranging between November and February for students starting in spring 2024.
- You will see your personal deadlines for each item right on your MackTasks list.
How to Access Your Checklist
After you deposit, watch your email for your Merrimack username and initial password. If you received this information prior to a leave of absence or deferral and cannot log into myMack, contact the IT Help Desk (askit@merrimack.edu, 978-837-3500) for assistance.
MackTasks lives in myMack – mymack.merrimack.edu Merrimack’s online student portal. Login with your Merrimack email address and password, then choose “MackTasks” from the top menu bar.
If there is incorrect information on your MackTasks, please contact your admission counselor or the Office of Admission for assistance, admission@merrimack.edu or 978-837-5100.
MackTasks Preview List
For new students starting spring 2024
Below is a partial list of important MackTasks. You can see your full, personalized to-do list with links to complete each task by logging into your myMack student portal and selecting the MackTasks tab. Your due dates may be different than what is listed here. If you miss any due dates, please still complete the tasks when you can. Contact the Office of Admission with questions.
| 12/1 | Emergency Contact Info |
| 12/6 | Math Placement Exam – online and not timed |
| 12/7 | Academic Interest Form (freshmen only) |
| 12/15 | Medical Portal & Forms – Login with your Merrimack email and password, then complete required online forms and upload your immunization and physical exam documentation. |
| 1/4 | Housing Interest Form (residents) |
| 1/10 | Access Student Account Center in myMack for e-billing and add authorized users (required for parents and family members to view and set up payment plans for e-bills) |
| 1/11 | Transfer College Report (transfer students only) |
| 1/11 | Final Transcript(s) sent to the Office of Admission |
| 1/11 | Orientation Info Form |
| 1/11 | Computer User Agreement – required to receive an iPad as part of our Mobile Merrimack initiative! If you are under 18 years old, a parent or guardian will be required to sign on your behalf. |
| 1/15 | Online wellness education – Alcohol-Wise and Consent & Respect |
| 1/31 | Complete student health insurance waiver or enroll in Merrimack health insurance plan |
Parents and Family Members
You are a big part of the process in helping your student get ready for their first semester at Merrimack. We encourage you to check-in with your student directly to help keep them on track with completing to-do items. Your student’s MackTasks portal lists their personalized deadlines as well as links to complete each item. You can also find out more information about many of the departments associated with the MackTasks items through the comprehensive campus directory.
