Supporting new students

Your first year at Indiana University Bloomington will be filled with exciting experiences—and all of them will be new to you. The Office of First Year Experience Programs will support you through it all, from our comprehensive orientation program to help you prepare for your first year to activities and resources that will connect you with campus and other students. We're dedicated to helping you thrive in your first year and setting you up for success for the rest of your IU journey.

Need a refresher from New Student Orientation? Explore our Virtual Resource Center and play recordings of many of our sessions.

Orientation Portal

Make or view New Student Orientation reservations.

Explore New Student Orientation

Learn about orientation at Indiana University.

Your first year

Make the most of your Hoosier Experience

Create your own unique IU experience by participating in Hoosier Experience events that will continue to educate you on a wide variety of resources and opportunities.

Start your experience

A Strong Transition

TRANSFER TO IU WITH THE SUPPORT YOU NEED

Learn about transfer student resources and opportunities from orientation through your first year at IU Bloomington.

See transfer resources

Find the info you need

Explore our resources and stay up-to-date

We're here to help. Find answers to your questions and the resources that will support you along the way.

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