So you have decided that Iowa State is the university you want to attend. Great! Now is the time to apply. Applying for admission is the essential first step to receiving financial aid, registering for classes, signing up for housing options, and meeting with advisers. Here are step-by-step instructions and important dates to help make the transition to Iowa State easier for you:

• Apply for admission.
• Accept offer of admission.
• Complete housing contract (if applicable).
• Register for orientation.
• Attend orientation.
• Attend Destination Iowa State.
• Begin fall semester classes on August 25.

Cy's Need to Know Iowa State University's Office of Admissions will observe summer hours until August 15, 2008. Summer office hours are 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. An estimated 2,576 students received bachelor's degrees from Iowa State at the conclusion of the spring semester. Just like these students, you can achieve your goals and aspirations at Iowa State! More than 7,000 jobs are available on-campus for Iowa State undergraduate students. Off-campus positions are also readily available in Ames and the surrounding communities. The Office of Student Financial Aid maintains the Student Employment Center's Job Board, which lists employment opportunities and is available to students via the Web. Over the years, VEISHEA has grown into one of the largest student-run celebrations in the country! Explore VEISHEA 2008.

For more information on Iowa State's undergraduate colleges, visit the links below.

• College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
• College of Business
• College of Design
• College of Engineering
• College of Human Sciences
• College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

When you attend orientation, you will register for your first semester classes. In addition, you will increase your knowledge of Iowa State University, including important policies and procedures. At orientation you will:

• Meet with an academic adviser.
• Register for classes.
• Obtain your ISUCard (permanent identification card).
• Sign up for your free Iowa State e-mail account.
• Become familiar with the campus.
• Consult with a financial aid adviser, if needed.
• Learn about resources such as tutoring, counseling, and student clubs.
• Take placement assessments in English, and foreign languages, if necessary.
• Register for Destination Iowa State.

Need-based aid is still available for those who qualify. In order to be considered for financial aid, you must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Iowa State's FAFSA school code is 001869. Please don't hesitate to contact the Office of Student Financial Aid if concerns arise. Regular business hours are 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Phone: 515-294-2223 or 800-478-2998
E-mail: financialaid@iastate.edu

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College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Iowa State University's College of Agriculture and Life Sciences is one of the nation's leaders in sending students majoring in agriculture to study abroad. More Information >>

College of Business The College of Business offers a wide variety of scholarships to its students. Completing an application ensures that you will be considered for all College of Business scholarships for which you are eligible. More Information >>

College of Design Iowa State University's College of Design is one of only a half-dozen design schools in the country that houses architecture, community and regional planning, graphic design, interior design, landscape architecture, and studio arts under the same roof. More Information >>

College of Engineering Iowa State's tornado simulator was recently featured on the Discovery Channel show "Blown Away: Greensburg, Kansas." The show examined how a May 2007 tornado impacted the Kansas town. More Information >>

College of Human Sciences Hands-on experience is the name of the game for students in Hotel, Restaurant, and Institutional Management (HRI). The Joan Bice Underwood Tearoom, a student-run campus dining restaurant, is operated top to bottom by students enrolled in HRI classes. The tearoom serves entrées, salads, desserts, bread, and beverages. The Quality Food Management and Fine Dining classes are two opportunities for students to combine the educational arena with real world experience. More Information >>

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Do you want to transfer into the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences? Wondering what general education courses to take while attending your institution? Look no further! Access the general education requirements for the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. And do not forget to check out the course equivalency guide at your community college to make sure that you are taking the correct courses. More Information >>

College of Veterinary Medicine Iowa State University's College of Veterinary Medicine is currently providing prospective students a chance to tour their facilities. This opportunity is great for students who have questions about the curriculum or just want to see everything that the College of Veterinary Medicine has to offer. More Information >>