New Bengal Next Steps

Step 1

Setup your MyISU Account

Idaho State students use MyISU to conduct all university-related business.

You can set up your account by visiting the link provided via email from iam@isu.edu.

claiming your MYISU account 

Step 2

Check your ISU Email Account

Your ISU email is key to your success as a Bengal! Check it daily and add it to your phone for easy access. Use the same login details as MyISU. Just click the email icon in MyISU or log in at Gmail.com.

Email Address: Your_ISU_Username@isu.edu 

Password: Your_MyISU_Password

log in now

Step 4

“Live On” at Idaho State

University Housing provides secure, clean, and affordable living-learning environments for students. You can submit a housing application by logging into MyISU. Residence Halls fill up quickly, so we recommend applying as soon as possible.

Housing Office

(208) 282-2120
reslife@isu.edu

Fall 25 Housing Application open by oct 1

Step 5

Explore Additional Student Opportunities

University Honors Program
The University Honors Program offers enriched educational experiences for bright, talented, and ambitious undergraduate students. To qualify, you must complete a separate application; the priority deadline is January 15.
Learn more about this additional scholarship opportunity and apply here. 

Bengal Bridge
Consider coming to campus early and participating in the state’s largest summer bridge program, giving you access to complete 6-9 credits at only $65 per credit before the Fall semester begins.
Learn more and apply now.

Career Center
Get help choosing a major and future career with our free FOCUS 2 assessment tool and explore student jobs to help fund your college education through our Career Center.

Step 6

Complete your Pre-Orientation & Safe College Modules

These online courses will help you prepare to be a college student at Idaho State University. You will learn about Academics & Services, Campus Life, Student Policies, and Academic Advising, as well as your role in making ISU a safe place to live, work, and study.

online pre-orientation

Safe Colleges

Step 7

Send Transcripts, Test Scores, and Meet Important Deadlines

Submit in-progress dual/concurrent credit official transcripts in the spring before NSO. We cannot assess your math and English placement without these transcripts! It is critical that you submit them at least one month before your NSO session. 

Submit finalized transcripts upon graduation/completion by June 2025. You must submit these transcripts after graduation, or you WILL NOT BE ABLE TO REGISTER for Spring 2026 classes. 

Accept Scholarships by August 1, 2025

Step 8

Secure your Math and English Class Placement

Before registering for classes, you will want to ensure that you have the proper math and English placement scores to set you up for success in your first year of college. If you have taken the SAT/ACT or completed dual enrollment courses in Math or English, you may already have the necessary requirements. However, we encourage all students to complete the 10-20 minute Write Class for English placement and the ALEKS Test for Math placement.

Write Class

ALEKS Test

Step 9

RSVP for New Student Orientation (NSO) and register for Fall 2025 Classes

During this important event, you will become familiar with the campus and get registered for your classes. NSO happens multiple times throughout the summer, but RVSP now to save your spot; sections fill up quickly!

Remember—you must submit in-progress transcripts at least one month before your NSO session. This will help your Academic Advisor ensure you take the correct classes based on any former or current dual enrollment coursework. 

RSVP for New Student Orientation