Before you get started, make sure you know your 10-digit University ID. You can find it on your admissions notices or look it up using the access management system.

If you have not yet been admitted to IU South Bend, please contact the Office of Admissions before signing up for advising and registration.

After you create or reactivate your account, login to verify that your IU Email is set up (it may take up to 24 hours).

If you have trouble activating your account, contact the UITS Help Desk at (574) 520-5555 or helpdesk@iusb.edu.

Classes begin on January 13 for the spring 2025 semester. Registration will open in early November. Check back in mid-October for dates/times to make an appointment to register for classes.

If you have questions, please contact Rick Dennie at rdennie@iu.edu (preferred) or (574) 520-4164.

You can complete any of these steps prior to making your advising appointment in step 3.

• Complete Part I of the New Student Orientation on Canvas, which will help you best prepare for your appointment. Estimated completion time is 20-30 minutes.
• Look at your To Do List for items you may need to take action on.
• Complete the Math Course Placement if it appears on your To Do List.
• The English Course Placement is highly recommended for students to try and test out of one semester of composition.
• The Chemistry Course Placement is highly recommended for students majoring in Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Clinical Laboratory Sciences, Dental Hygiene, Nursing, Pre-Dentistry, Pre-Medicine, Pre-Physical Therapy, or Rehabilitation Sciences.
• Continually check your personal email, which is where all confirmations, reminders, and other details will be sent.

In-Person

• Arrive at the time indicated on your orientation confirmation email, which will include location, parking, and other details. If you have questions or did not receive a confirmation, call (574) 520-5005.

Virtual

• Ensure that you are in a distraction-free environment for the duration of your appointment.
• Please use a computer, laptop or tablet as your advisor will be utilizing screen share to assist you in registering for classes.
• 5 minutes prior to your appointment, log in to Zoom. You will find your appointment time, Zoom link, and other deetails in the appointment reminder email.
  • If you have difficulties logging in to Zoom, or did not receive a reminder email with your appointment time and Zoom link, call (574) 520-5005.
• Once logged in, you will be in the main room and a staff member will send you to a breakout room with your advisor. There you will meet with your advisor to answer any questions you have and get enrolled in classes for the spring semester.

• Go through Part II of the New Student Orientation on Canvas at your own pace. You can also review the information in Part I.
• Continue to check your To Do List for any items to take action on.
• Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) if you haven’t already done so.
• Download the following apps (from Google Play or the App Store): IU Mobile, Handshake, Penji and Rave Guardian.
• Update your settings in IU Notify, so you can receive campus alerts.
• Set up Third Party Access if you need a parent or someone else to have access to billing and financial aid info. Remember, the University cannot speak to anyone else other than the student unless this access is given.
• Tour the campus in-person, virtually, or via a self-guided tour. Visit the Admissions web site for more details.

Titan Takeoff & Convocation
Once you have registered for fall classes, we look forward to welcoming you to campus for Titan Takeoff & Campus Convocation!

• Titan Takeoff (students only)
  Thursday, August 22: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  Student Activities Center
  All new and transfer students should plan to join us for the start of Titan Takeoff as we get to know each other, learn more about campus expectations and resources, and get to know your peers. A wide variety of engaging presentations and activities are scheduled and you won’t want to miss this great opportunity to get connected to the campus prior to the start of classes.
• Campus Convocation (students and guests)
  Friday, August 23: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
  Northside Hall, Main Auditorium
  You, and up to 2 guests, are invited to the opening Convocation with Chancellor Susan Elrod followed by a campus lunch. During the morning on Friday, you will meet with academic departments, and parents and families will have time to hear from a variety of departments to learn information about IU South Bend. They will then join you for Convocation and the all-campus lunch. In the afternoon, you can visit campus offices for any last-minute to-do items, or take a tour of campus to locate your classrooms.

Reserve Now

• December 1: Order your parking permit at iusb.edu.
• December 19: Go to Indiana University Bookstores to order your textbooks online or stop by the bookstore in-person, located in the Administration Building. Click here for current hours.
• August 15: Tuition billing statement appears in One.IU, under View/Pay Bursar Bill. Payment due January 10.
• January 13: Classes begin.
• For more important dates, view the Academic Calendar.
• Check your IU Email for important emails from instructors, campus offices, and more.