1. Undergraduate Admissions
  2. Choose Your Path
  3. Admitted Students
  4. Admitted Student Checklist

Admitted Student Checklist

You're in! So, what's next?

Congratulations on being admitted to NIU! Choosing where you go to college is a life-changing decision, and we're confident that NIU is the right school for you. Follow these important steps to make your transition to NIU an easy one.

  • 1

    Confirm Your Admission

  • 2

    Join Your Facebook Group

  • 3

    Check Your Student Email Account

    • Your student email account uses the same Z-ID and password as your MyNIU account.
    • You'll receive an email with log-in information at your preferred email address.
    • We'll send important information to your student email, so check it often.
  • 4

    Register for and Attend Orientation

    • You're required to attend orientation, and we’re offering it virtually for your convenience if you’ve been admitted!
    • Log in to MyNIU to register, pay your confirmation fee and complete the Pre-Orientation Program so you’re ready to attend.
    • Watch for an email overview of orientation in your student account, and sign up early so you get the class schedule you want.
  • 5

    Review Your Financial Aid Award

  • 6

    Sign Up for Housing and Pick Your Room

  • 7

    Register for Testing

    • In-person placement tests have been canceled, although you can still register for the online Spanish Language Exam if it applies to you. Please continue monitoring your MyNIU email account as NIU determines the best ways to place students.
    • You may be eligible for credit by examination.
  • 8

    Submit Your Immunization Information

  • 9

    Learn About Student Health Insurance

    • You're required to have health insurance.
    • Use NIU's student health insurance, or opt out if you're covered by another plan.

Resources

We're here make your transition to NIU as smooth as possible. Take some time to read about your first-year experience and explore all the resources you'll have as a Huskie. We'll make sure you get the support you need to succeed.

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Contact Us

Office of Admissions
Williston Hall
DeKalb, IL 60115
815-753-0446
800-892-3050
admissions@niu.edu
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