Orientation Resources
To prepare for your first semester as a Redbird, find below additional resources for transfer students and their guests.
Academic Advisement
Academic Resources Listed in Academic Information Sessions Video:
- 75 Hour Policy
- Math Placement
- FERPA
- University Catalog
- Student Code of Conduct
- Credit/No Credit Option
- Repetition of a Course
- Advanced Placement
- CAP Credit
- Departmental Proficiency Exams
Career Services
The Career Center at Illinois State University provides resources and strategies that facilitate the career success of all students at Illinois State University. Students can take advantage of career services and resources that enhance their career development and readiness.
Julia N. Visor Academic Center
The Julia N. Visor Academic Center provides free academic and transitional support such as writing assistance, facilitated study groups, and academic coaching. Visit the Visor Center (located in the Vrooman Center inside Hewett-Manchester residence halls).
Parent & Family Services
Parent and Family Services at Illinois State University provides support and resources to make you and your student's experiences the best possible. Stay informed with the Parent and Family Services online.
Find Your Redbird Community
Learn more about student organizations, fraternity and sorority life and leadership opportunities on the Dean of Student's website.
Redbird Card Office
After you have registered for classes, you can visit the Redbird Card Office in the Bone Student Center to get your student ID. A government-issued photo ID (i.e. Driver's License, State ID, Passport, or Military ID) must be presented to obtain your first Redbird Card.
Departments, Units and Offices to Know
The following offices and departments are available to answer questions from transfer students on their transition to campus. Review their websites and materials below and plan to visit them in person in the fall after social distancing restrictions have been lifted.
- Campus Dining Services - Learn about the variety of dining options offered on campus, meal plans, dietary needs, and employment opportunities.
- Dean of Students Office - Join a student organization, learn more about off-campus living, and get help. Also includes Parent and Family Services, Student's Attorney, and Dean on Duty.
- Financial Aid - Services include support for financial aid, loans, scholarships and more.
- Milner Library - Access online articles, eBooks, study spaces, printing and technology for loan and much more. Students can also use the "Ask A Librarian" program to submit questions.
- Office of the University Registrar - Services include registration assistance, enrollment verification, transcript requests, transfer course evaluations and more.
- Parking and Transportation Services - Learn more about parking options for commuter students, local transportation options, and purchase parking permits for the school year.
- Student Access and Accommodation Services - For students with disabilities in need of accommodations.
- Student Accounts - For questions about tuition, fees and other university expenses and the billing process, view the new student checklist.
- Student Counseling Services - Staffed by licensed, professional psychologists and counselors, free and confidential services are available to students.
- Student Health Insurance - Comprehensive 24-hour worldwide health and accident insurance is available for all ISU students.
- Student Health Services - The student-oriented medical clinic provides care for illness, injuries and offers various physician services.
- TechZone - Services include computer and technology sales, technology and residential hall support, and service.
- University College - Our services include orientation, academic advisement for undeclared students, new student seminar courses, and the Julia N. Visor Academic Center.
- University Housing Services - Learn about the places you could live and the benefits of living on campus along with Themed Living-Learning Communities.
- Campus Recreation - Take part in a variety of programs, intramural sports, sport clubs, adventure trips, and more with Campus Rec.
- Honors Program - Learn more about the academic enrichment, community involvement and support provided to students admitted to the Honors program.
- Athletics - Purchase a Red Alert Pass and receive a ticket for every regular-season home football and men's basketball game.
- ROTC - ISU's premier leadership development program that develops motivated and effective leaders for military and civic life without mandatory military service obligations.
- Study Abroad - Explore the opportunity to take classes in an international setting while earning credit toward your ISU degree.