Orientation

Get ready to discover your full potential

Welcome to IU Kokomo! We can't wait to meet you. If you are starting classes in August 2025, we will help prepare you for success via our New Student Onboarding process.

Steps to start strong:

  1. Confirm you are officially admitted to campus. If you have not received an admissions decision, email iuk.admissions@iu.edu.
  2. Create your IU computing account. You will need your student ID number which was included in your admission welcome packet. For assistance, please contact the IT help desk by calling (765) 455-9315. You need this account to register for classes.
  3. Register for your enrollment event. You will receive an email from Admissions prompting you to sign up. Learn more about your Enrollment Event at our First Year Experience website.
  4. Complete the Starting Strong Canvas Module. Once you’ve created your IU username and password, we will add you to a Canvas site. Learn how to get your:
    • Crimson Card
    • Parking permit
    • Textbooks
    • Prepare for and complete the ALEKS Math placement
    • Take your English Writing Assessment
  1. Register for new student orientation at your enrollment event. Learn more by visiting our First Year Experience website.

Be sure to check your IU email regularly for additional information from Advising, Admissions or Financial Aid, and opportunities for on-campus engagement and fun activities!

Classes start August 25!

Transfer College Students

If you are transferring to IU Kokomo from another university, please give us a call at 765-455-9405 to schedule an advising appointment. We’ll have a set of online onboarding materials that will help you be ready for classes.