New Student Orientation provides a comprehensive introduction to IU South Bend and the many resources available to help you succeed, from the moment you set foot on campus. At Orientation, you will have the opportunity to connect with faculty, staff, student leaders, and fellow incoming students as we help you in navigating the campus and laying the foundation for a successful academic experience at IU South Bend.

Begin your orientation reservation by selecting one of the links below. We look forward to seeing you on campus soon!

Honors Program Orientation

This program, scheduled for Saturday, April 4, has been postponed due to the rapidly evolving situation with Coronavirus COVID-19. We hope to reschedule and will keep you informed about any future plans.

New Student Orientation

• For students entering college for the first time; OR
• For transfer students with less than 18 transferable credits from a college or university attended after high school graduation; OR
• Honors Program students unable to attend the Honors Program Orientation on April 4.
• Full-day program from 9:00a – 4:00p.
• Registration for classes takes place during orientation.
  

Transfer Student Orientation

• For students with 18 or more transferable credits from a college or university attended after high school graduation.
• Half-day program from 9:00a – 12:00p.
• Registration for classes takes place prior to orientation.

Fully Online Students

• For students enrolled in one of the following fully online degree programs:
• General Studies
• History
• Applied Health Sciences
• Medical Imaging Technology
• RN to BSN
• Informatics
• Applied Science
• Business Administration
• Labor Studies
• This does not include students pursuing a degree program on campus that may include online coursework.