Congratulations! Now that you have been admitted to IU Fort Wayne, it's time to take your next steps. Read through the checklist on this page to find out what you need to do to confirm your enrollment and prepare for your first semester.
If you’re admitted to IU Fort Wayne, you’ll receive a letter of admission that includes important information about your:
If there are any errors in your letter of admission, call us at 844.634.0005 to let us know.
Let's make it official! Let us know you are attending IU Fort Wayne by completing the intent to enroll form.
If you did not set up your computing account to check your admission status, you can also use the steps below to take care of this task. If you already have a computing account, you can follow the prompts to create your IU email account.
Please note that if you have ever previously been enrolled in or participated in a program at any IU campus and were given a 10-digit University ID number and username, you will use the same ID number and username to access your IU computing account (or use the steps above to set up your computing account if you have not already done so).
If you’re applying for need-based financial aid, be sure to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). For priority awarding, be sure to fill out a new FAFSA each year between October 1 and April 15.
Remember to list IU Fort Wayne’s school code, E40457, on your application to ensure that your results are sent to IU Fort Wayne.
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As an IU Fort Wayne student, you'll have the same access to campus facilities, housing, services and activitiesas Purdue Fort Wayne students. In order to take advantage of these offerings, you must create a goPFW account.
Your FAN shows the estimated financial aid awards available to you for your first year at IU Fort Wayne. You’ll be able to see your financial aid for each semester and the total for the whole year. Your FAN also gives you details about your financial aid eligibility, expected costs, and other important information.
FAN's are available in October.
If you're planning to live on campus, you can apply for housing starting in February. You will need your Purdue Fort Wayne Student ID number to apply for housing. Follow the steps above in the "Create your goPFW account" section to receive your Purdue Fort Wayne Student ID.
You will need to include the $20 non-refundable application fee + $150 refundable security deposit with your application.
Steps to start your housing application:
If you have housing questions or need help completing the housing application, please call 260.481.4180 or email housing@pfw.edu.
If you have not taken ENGL 13100 as dual credit, AP, or at another institution, you will need to take your writing self-guided placement test which can be accessed through your goPFW account in the Enrollment tab. Placement scores take 24 hours to load, then you can enroll in ENGL 13100 if placed into it.
The math placement test can be taken and completed online by logging into Brightspace and then clicking on the tab “PFW No End Date Non-Credit.”
You should allow at least one hour for the math placement test. Calculators, TI84CE or below, are allowed, and you will need a pencil and scratch paper.
The math placement test may be retaken once. On a retest, the scores will either be the same, higher, or lower. The highest score will be used.
Please complete this self-paced online tutorial prior to meeting with your academic advisor for Advising and Registration.
For questions or problems concerning the tutorial, don't hesitate to contact Jake Huffman at japhuff@iu.edu.
All new students are required to meet with their academic advisor for Advising & Registration to register for your first semester classes.
Meet your advisor and set up an appointment
Indiana state law requires IU Fort Wayne to inform all students of the risks of meningococcal disease, commonly known as meningitis, and the benefits of vaccination. While you are not required to be vaccinated against meningitis, you must complete the Immunization Compliance Form.
CrimsonCard is the official photo ID card for all Indiana University campuses, available to IU students, faculty and staff. It provides access to a variety of essential IU services. Students who have been accepted to IU Fort Wayne can submit a photo before attending orientation.
Your Mastodon Card is your official ID for the IU Fort Wayne campus. You can use this card for Gates Fitness Center, Helmke Library, your meal plan, attending student life events and much more.
The process of getting your Mastodon Card can be completed today by submitting your photo! There are requirements your photo must meet, including:
NOTE: Do not wear hats, sunglasses or other items that obscure the face. Photos must NOT contain excessive glare or shadow, other visible people, distracting objects or inappropriate expressions. All photos are subject to approval.
You will also need your 900# and your PFW email address.
Once have your perfect picture, it’s time to submit it. To do this, visit the Mastodon Card form. You will receive and email regarding when Mastodon cards will be distributed.
Join us for New Student Orientation on Thursday, January 4 from 1-4 p.m. in Walb Student Union.
During New Student Orientation you will:
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