COVID-19 Admissions Updates For Admitted Students

Our offices are currently staffed and ready to serve students. However, some offices are operating with reduced or remote staff and may only offer services through virtual platforms. We are working to maintain our activities and communications for admitted students, and we know we can count on your understanding and patience.

Offices available to serve you include:

• Admissions
• Financial aid
• Scholarships
• Residential Life
• New Student Transition Programs
• Office of Registration and Records
• Veterans Services
• University Testing

Yes! We know things have been quite confusing for many students this spring, but as we prepare for the start of the fall semester –and your arrival as a new Sycamore – we will be ready to welcome you to State.

When you receive your admission notification in the mail, we affirm that you are admitted to Indiana State University. By meeting your high school’s graduation guidelines in place at the end of the school year, you are considered qualified to attend Indiana State University this fall.

We recognize that situations occur which may affect eligibility for need-based financial aid.  In cases such as loss of household income, death or divorce, or unusual medical/dental expenses, students may be eligible for a special circumstance appeal. You can find more information and detailed instructions at the Office of Student Financial Aid, including other frequently asked financial aid questions. 

Waivers are available on the enrollment deposit webpage for individuals who may be experiencing financial hardship. You may submit the waiver and still secure your place in the Class of 2024 upon waiver approval. 

On-campus visits have been suspended to protect the health and well-being of our current and future Sycamore family. You can still explore our beautiful campus by taking a virtual tour! In addition, you can schedule a virtual visit with an admission counselor to talk about our campus, academic programs, resources, and more.

Yes! You can still complete many important tasks as usual, including:

• Accept our offer of admission by submitting your $100 enrollment deposit to secure your place in the Class of 2024. Waivers are available on the webpage for individuals who may be experiencing financial hardship
• Registering for State Start-Up, required for all new students 
• Completing your on-campus housing process in your MyISU portal
• Applying for financial aid
• Other important steps can be found on the enrollment checklist

Indiana State University and New Student Transition Programs recognizes the unique nature of our current environment and the uncertainty that remains with COVID-19.  To help protect the health and well-being of our future Sycamores, Indiana State has transformed State Start-Up and Family Orientation programs to an interactive virtual format. These orientation programs are still required and will still take place virtually on the date you registered.  Please regularly check your Sycamore email account for information and other updates.

Head over to Instagram @indstate2024 to meet other admitted students in the Class of 2024. It’s a great way to get excited for your future at State and start forming lifelong friendships.

You’re invited to join current and past Indiana State students in virtual hangouts to talk all things State; including life as a student, living on campus, getting involved, and more!  These virtual hangouts will be hosted on ZOOM on the following dates and times.  Register by clicking on the dates below:

• Thursday, April 2, 2:00pm (EST)
• Tuesday, April 7, 2:00pm (EST)
• Thursday, April 9, 11:00am (EST)
• Tuesday, April 14, 1:00pm (EST)

Spectrum/Charter is offering free broadband/Wi-Fi to for 60 days to new household with K-12 and college students. For information about what they offer call 1-844-488-8395 or view it on their webpage.

Comcast is offering free broadband/Wi-Fi for 60 days to new Internet Essentials customers. For information about if you qualify, call 1-855-846-8376 or view it on their webpage.

Verizon, T-Mobile, and Sprint are two cellphone companies offering additional data to phone and hotspot plans. To learn more about if this applies to you, check out their webpages or check with your cell carrier about what they may offer.