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International Orientation

Indiana State University’s International New Sycamore Orientation (NSO) is held in-person on our Terre Haute campus. During NSO, students meet faculty and staff, learn about their academic major, register for classes, meet peers, learn about Terre Haute, and explore campus resources.

International Students

International New Sycamore Orientation (NSO) is specifically designed for all (transfer and first year) incoming international students. All International students are required to attend all components of NSO.

During NSO, students will gain useful insights about their academic major, adapting to life at Indiana State University and Terre Haute, immigration information and getting connected to campus resources, and how to register for classes. This is also a great opportunity to meet other students, staff, and faculty. 

Before joining us for NSO, please complete the following list:

1. Activate your Sycamore Login via the MyISU Student Portal.

  • Your University ID Number can be found in your email of Admission.
  • Use the email address provided when applying to Indiana State.

2. Register for New Sycamore Orientation. For undergraduate students, register in your New Student Dashboard. For graduate students, register in your Graduate Student Dashboard.

  • Confirmation and reminder emails will be sent only to your university email account and to registered family member emails. If you don't see a confirmation email right away, check your spam folder for emails from orientation@indstate.edu.
  • Your confirmation emails will contain the following information: Date, time, and location of check-in; meals covered during programming; where to park (free of charge). 

3. All students arriving from another country are encouraged to arrive on campus as early as one week before their orientation program.

4. International New Sycamore Orientation will consist of two days of programming before classes begin in either the spring or fall. During International New Sycamore Orientation, you will:

  • Complete your required English Placement Exam.
  • Meet with staff from the Office of Admission for an immigration seminar.
  • Meet with staff from our Multicultural Services and Programs.
  • Meet with other new students, learn about academic expectations, hear from Residential Life or Commuter Life, and learn about involvement opportunities.
  • Meet with an academic advisor to schedule classes and get your Student ID.