Transfer

Complete the Pre-orientation modules before you register for an NSO date.

ISU Module

Completion of the Safe Colleges module is required before class registration and will help encourage you to consider your role in making ISU a safe place to live, work, and study.

Once you have logged into Safe Colleges, please complete the “Alcohol and Other Drugs” and “Clarifying Consent” courses.

Safe College Links

Schedule your appointment to take place before, during, or after your orientation day.

It is suggested that transfer students have a meeting with their advisor before registering for classes. This will ensure an accurate class schedule.

Schedule an Appointment

Although NSO is not required for transfer students, it is highly recommended. This ensures a strong start on your new academic journey as you get to know ISU culture and resources.

• Connect with campus resources Download the ISU Student App.

• Talk with your advisor to see if either the math or English placement exam is required for you.

• Please regularly check your ISU email. All important university updates will be sent to this account.

To help ensure that you have a successful NSO experience, please bring these items to your session.

• One form of photo ID (license, Star card, passport).

• A laptop or tablet(if possible)

• Comfortable shoes

• If you are attending orientation in person, bring a copy of your transcripts for your advising session.

• Follow our social media accounts (@isustudents, @idahostateu, @isusab,  @isu_asisu, your college and/or program)

• Get your student supplies: Bengal ID, parking pass, books, and Bengal Gear 

• If you were not able to get your Bengal ID in person, go to the Campus Connection website to order your Student Bengal IDs, where students may request their Bengal ID online and submit a photo that meets University requirements.

• Check out the ISU First Year

• Explore ISU traditions

No. Transfer students are not required to attend, but it is highly recommended. NSO is designed to support the academic and social transition of our newest Bengals into the ISU family.

Transfer students will schedule an appointment to take place before, during, or after their orientation day.  Schedule an Appointment

For those students attending a virtual NSO, you and your advisor will connect for advising and registration after you attend

You can request special accessibility services or meal requirements through our office at (208) 282-2973.

Please contact the office of New Student Programs with any questions at (208) 282-2973.

Parents and guests are welcome to attend orientation. Parents and family play a very important role in helping you transition as well as be successful in your college career.

Plan to get your Bengal ID card at NSO. Virtual attendees can pick up their ID cards after the event. If you were not able to get your Bengal ID in person go to the Campus Connection website to order your Student Bengal ID, where students may request their Bengal ID online and submit a photo that meets our requirements.

It is very important to keep this card for the entire time you attend ISU as it serves as your library card, activity card, and meal card. Replacement cards cost $20.00. 

• Pocatello
      Pond Student Union Building 215
      921 S 8th Ave Stop 8125
      Pocatello, ID  83209

• Idaho Falls
      Sam Bennion Student Union Building
      1784 Science Center Drive
      Idaho Falls 83402

• Meridian
      ISU Meridian Sam and Aline Skaggs Health Science Center
      1311 E. Central Drive
      Meridian, ID 83642

• Idaho State University Twin Falls
      College of Southern Idaho, Hepworth Building
      315 Falls Avenue, Twin Falls, ID

Pocatello

Idaho Falls

Meridian

Twin Falls

Parking is free during the in-person New Student Orientation events.