International Student Orientation
IU South Bend will hold the first session of its new student orientation for international students on January 5, 2027 for Spring Semester 2027. Orientation for Fall Semester 2027 will begin on August 11, 2027. For additional arrival guidelines, please see First Steps page.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ORIENTATION AND ACADEMIC ADVISING
Set Up Your One.IU Account
Please use your 10 digit ID, provided with your admissions materials, to create your One.IU computing account. Go to One.IU.edu and search for Create My First IU Account.
Take Your Math and English Placements, If Required; Submit Official College Transcripts and Exam Results
All undergraduates must sit for placements if you do not anticipate transfer credit from earlier college coursework or other exam results. You will take for these exams in person during the days of orientation.
Please arrange to have your official academic documents sent directly from the school or examination agency to IU South Bend.
Creating Your Class Schedule
A staff member of the Office of International Student Services office will work with you to connect to an academic advisor and create your class schedule once you have completed your placements.