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INDIANA UNIVERSITY
Bloomington
Incoming students

Undergraduate student orientation

Welcome to Hoosier Nation! New Student Orientation will guide you through your transition to college life, including academic advising and course registration, and your Foundations of Orientation experience. Explore the resources below to prepare for your arrival at IU Bloomington.

Graduate Orientation

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Find the university-wide steps you need to complete before classes begin as a new graduate student.

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The Office of Orientation & Enrollment Programs is here to help you navigate your first steps as a Hoosier. Prepare for your arrival and track your progress with ease. From completing your pre-orientation modules to joining our student community, you’ll know what to do and when to do it.

Need help? If you have questions about orientation requirements, reach out to orientation@iu.edu. International students should contact the Office of International Services (OIS) for specialized guidance on their requirements.

  • Your orientation steps

    Complete your required pre-orientation modules, submit necessary documents, and prepare for your academic advising appointment. Follow this checklist to stay on track before your session begins.

  • Orientation Portal

    Manage your requirements in one place. Use the portal to make or change your orientation reservation, check your status, and access personalized information for your arrival.

  • Students participate in a creative performance outside the Eskenazi Museum of Art at night.

    Complete your bucket list

    This is your list of must-do activities at IU, traditions and experiences that help you build connections and lifelong memories.

  • Students stand together holding programs during a large Indiana University gathering or ceremony.

    The Indiana Promise

    Get to know the Indiana Promise and understand your role in building your success and a supportive IU community.

  • Take IU with you

    Download the IU Mobile app to start creating your first-year experience. View event schedules, learn about helpful resources, and connect to campus—all from your phone.

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    Student staff

    Become an orientation leader

    Help future Hoosiers find their way. Join the interest list for our team of student leaders, who guide new students through their first days on campus and share the IU experience.

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    Family and friends

    Support your student

    Learn more about how families and supporters can take part in New Student Orientation and help your student as they begin their IU journey.

  • IU Bloomington

    Office of Orientation & Enrollment Programs

    1514 E. Third Street Bloomington, IN 47401
  • IU Bloomington

    Office of International Services

    Ferguson International Center 330 N. Eagleson Avenue Bloomington, IN 47405
    • newtoiu@iu.edu
    • 812-855-9086
    • https://ois.iu.edu/