Bengal Bound Orientation
Your new Tiger journey begins with Bengal Bound Orientation! Bengal Bound Orientation is required for all incoming students. It is designed to introduce you to LSU's campus and connect you with other new Tigers while sharing many academic resources and student life opportunities at LSU. A direct link to register will be sent to the email address indicated on your application for admission.
To fulfill the orientation requirement, new Tigers must do ALL of the following:
- Register for Bengal Bound Orientation
- Attend Bengal Bound Orientation
- Complete all New Student Tasks and Requirements
We are so excited to welcome you to the LSU family!
Class of 2030 & Incoming Transfer Students
Welcome to the Tiger Family! Participating in Bengal Bound, Louisiana State University's new student orientation, is the next step in your new Tiger journey. During Bengal Bound, you will learn how to take full advantage of all the academic programs, student life services, and extracurricular activities Louisiana State University has to offer. As a new undergraduate student, you are required to register for and complete Bengal Bound Orientation to create your first-semester schedule. Your family is encouraged to participate in Bengal Bound programs designed for family members and learn more about what you will be experiencing as a new Tiger.
Registration for Bengal Bound will open on or before February 6th and will be available to all students who have submitted their enrollment deposit. You will use your LSU Admissions Portal to access the registration form.
Bengal Bound - FAQ
Our office is open M-F, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. We can be reached by phone at 225-578-2634 or by email at orientation@lsu.edu.
Yes. All new undergraduate freshmen and transfer students must complete Bengal Bound Orientation to complete enrollment at Louisiana State University. Graduate, Post-Baccalaureate, Visiting, or Re-Admit/Re-Entry students are not required to complete Bengal Bound Orientation. Louisiana State University is committed to the orientation and academic transition of all new students.
After you submit your enrollment deposit, you will be eligible to register for Bengal Bound Orientation. You will receive an email invitation to register, the link will also be available on your Admissions Checklist. You will need your Admissions Portal Credentials to register.
Registration takes about 5 minutes to complete and the nonrefundable orientation fee is due at the time of registration.
We invite family members to participate in Bengal Bound. Though not required, family members who serve in primary support roles are encouraged to participate in Bengal Bound along with you. The orientation fee includes one guest, and an additional guest can be added for $25 per person on-site during check-in.
We have many programs and services specifically designed for family members. Louisiana State University believes that the college experience represents a collaboration involving the student, the family of the student, and the University.
- Complete the Immunization Requirements
- Submit final transcripts
- Submit official test scores
- Complete the ALEKS math placement exam (more information will be provided once you register for Bengal Bound)
- Complete placement exams (optional)
- Submit your photo for your Tiger Card, the official LSU Student ID
Once registered for Orientation, you will receive an email with instructions on how to complete the Pre-Advising & Scheduling Moodle Module. This required module must be completed to have the registration hold removed from your account. Hold removal typically takes 24-48 business hours. Once the hold is removed you will be able to register for your first semester courses.
New students typically gain access to Workday Student, the LSU student information system, in April when the registration system opens for all students.
Freshman Student Advising:
The Pre-Advising & Scheduling Moodle Module will provide the necessary information for you to create your first semester schedule on your own. University College academic advisors will begin hosting drop-in appointments for new students in late April and scheduled appointments in early May.
Transfer Student Advising:
Before registering for your first semester, you should make arrangements to meet with an academic advisor to discuss your course options. To schedule an appointment with an academic advisor in your Senior College, please visit lsu.edu/admissions/academics/academic-advisors.php. You should plan to register for classes before your Bengal Bound.
Students should send verification of all credits received to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. If you have already requested and sent these items, please allow up to two weeks for processing.