First Year @ USI - April 2022

April 2022

Priority Registration

Fall 2022 Priority Registration begins on March 28. Students should first meet with their academic advisors before registering. Contact the department of your major to inquire about office hours, advisor availability and to schedule an appointment. If you're unable to meet during regular office hours, please inquire about alternative advising options.

Questions to ask yourself before Priority Registration:

Have you scheduled a meeting with your advisor?
Do you know your registration date?
Do you know what classes you should be taking?
Have you picked a few schedules that fit your lifestyle?

Students are encouraged to register at their earliest opportunity. If you cannot register on the assigned day, you may do so on any subsequent priority registration day. Refer to the Registration Schedule for additional opportunities to register during the Open Registration period.

Summer Classes Registration and Loan Eligibility - If a student has not exhausted their annual loan eligibility by the end of the regular academic year or their grade level changes at the end of the spring term, they may be eligible for summer loans. To receive loans for the summer, complete the Summer Loan Application, which is available each year in late March/early April.

Priority Registration Schedule

Upcoming Campus Opportunities

Orientation Leader Applications | Due Sunday, March 27

Orientation Leaders are guides for new students and their families as they make the transition to USI. This is a paid position with summer orientation dates. Summer housing is provided on orientation dates for anyone living further than 30 miles from USI.

Applications are due on Sunday, March 27. For more information and to apply, go to USI.edu/orientationleader.

Student Success Week | April 4-5

Throughout the series, presenters from the USI community will explore topics related to students' academic, career and personal success. Topics covered typically include study skills, library skills, academic advising, counseling services, financial aid, student organizations, stress management, fitness, recreation and nutrition, career services, study abroad, service learning and others. View the April 4-5 schedule.

SpringFest | April 6-8

USI SpringFest 2022 will be held April 6-8. SpringFest is an annual campus event to celebrate warmer weather and campus spirit. Over three days, students have the opportunity to participate in fun activities, pick up free giveaways and enjoy live performances on campus.

Welcome Week Leader Applications | Due Sunday, April 10

Apply now to be a Welcome Week Leader for August 2022 Welcome Week (Need to be available August 15-25). Welcome Week Leaders will help guide new students through the Welcome Week program, focusing on providing them with a quality transitional experience and introduction to USI. Applications are due Sunday, April 10.

The Road to Finals | April 22 - May 8

As we approach finals and the semester winds down, find some time to relax with virtual activities and on-campus programs offered by University offices. It's also a good time to learn about academic services available during Finals Week. View more about these events and services on The Road to Finals website.

Student Information

2022-2023 FAFSA

The 2022-2023 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is available online at FAFSA.gov or on the myStudentAid app. The state of Indiana's deadline to be considered for state grant programs is April 15.

Student Financial Assistance

Eating Healthy on Campus

USI Dining offers an extensive number of vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free dining options. The culinary staff uses innovative ingredients, spices and flavors to create a robust and flavorful vegan and vegetarian-friendly menu.

Campus Dining Nutrition Information

COVID-19 Information

Update on Campus Mask Policy

The President's Office shared communication Monday, March 7 with the USI community on changes to the mask mandate on campus. Effective immediately, wearing face coverings indoors is now welcome, but no longer required on campus. They may still be required in certain locations, however, such as healthcare and laboratory settings and METS buses.

COVID-19 booster shots are available on campus through the University Health Center.

Students are encouraged to submit their vaccination records on the self-report form.

Visit the University Health Center website

For the most current information on COVID-19, please view the University COVID information and resources page

Parent and Family Tip

Check in with your Student

Talk to your student about their upcoming semester, their schedule, and how they feel about it. Also, don't forget that Finals Week is creeping up and your student might need some extra support to finish the rest of the semester strong.

Need Support? View the Counseling and Psychological Services website

Info & Reminders