Welcome to LSU
We're glad you're joining us as a new graduate student at the LSU! We've compiled everything you need to get started with your graduate degree.
Activate Your Workday Student Account
Workday Student is the University's student information system where you can manage your academic, personal, and financial information.
Setting Up Your Workday Student Account
Once you’re admitted and you’ve accepted your offer of admission, you will need to set up your LSU Workday Student account. You will receive an email to set up your account to the same email address you used during the application process.
If you are having trouble setting up your account and logging into Workday Student, please visit the Workday Student Resources for Students page.
Submit Any Official Documents
All official documents are due within the first 30 days after the first day of class in order to avoid future registration issues.
Where to Submit Your Documents
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Mailing |
Office of Graduate Admissions 114 W. David Boyd Hall Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70803 |
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Electronic Services |
gradtranscripts@lsu.edu |
Standardized Test Scores
Official test scores are sent directly from the testing agency. The Institution Code is 6373.
New International Students
LSU's Office of Global Engagement offers support services to ease the transition for new international graduate students.
Information for First-Time International Students
- What resources are available for new and existing international students?
Visit the Office of Global Engagement website to learn more about new international student orientation and how to access other available resources.
- How can I learn more about the English Proficiency Requirement and the English as
a Second Language (ESL) Programs?
The ESL Programs consist of two different programs with different requirements:
Residency for Tuition Purposes
Louisiana residency for tuition purposes is governed by Permanent Memorandum 31.
Students must meet all of the requirements of PM-31 to qualify for Louisiana residency.
Residency is assigned during the application process based on the information you provided. If you feel you were incorrectly assigned, please email gradres@lsu.edu for additional assistance.
Schedule Your Classes
Incoming students should consult with their advisors before scheduling courses. Students are responsible for knowing and observing registration deadlines.
Steps to Register for Classes
Class registration takes place through your LSU Workday Student account. After accepting your offer of admission and setting up your account, you will be able to access registration if your registration window has opened. If you have holds, you may be required to resolve them prior to accessing registration.
For more information on registration, please visit the Workday Student Resources for Students page.
Obtain a Tiger Card
The Tiger Card is the official identification card of LSU. The Tiger Card is issued to students, faculty, staff, university retirees, university guests and more.
How to Obtain a Tiger Card
The Tiger Card can be obtained on the 1st floor of the LSU Student Union. Along with identification, the Tiger Card is also used for building/dorm access, laundry, printing, vending, off- and on-campus vendors, dining services, library book check-out, discounts and is now an official form of ID when voting in Louisiana!
For more information, feel free to stop by the Tiger Card Office or send an email.
Pay Fees
After you have scheduled your courses, you can complete your course registration by paying your fee bill.
For more information on viewing and paying your fee bill, please visit the Workday Student Resources for Students page.
New Graduate Student Orientation
We are excited for new graduate students to attend our orientation, and new teaching assistants to attend a workshop designed to help adjust to your new role.
For New Graduate Students & Teaching Assistants
The New Graduate Student Orientation provides information to ease your transition into graduate school and introduces you to campus services and involvement opportunities.
Look out for an email soon with more details.
New Graduate Teaching Assistant Workshop
A workshop for new graduate teaching assistants is offered each fall. More details will be provided at a later time.