Yes. All new undergraduate students must complete Bengal Bound Orientation to complete enrollment at Louisiana State University (not required for Graduate, Post-Baccalaureate, Visiting, or Re-Admits). Louisiana State University is committed to the orientation and academic transition of all new students. 

Yes. All students have the option of fee deferral. If fee deferral is selected as a payment method, the student will be billed the non-refundable orientation fee at the beginning of their first semester.  

After you submit your enrollment deposit, you will be eligible to register for Bengal Bound Orientation. You will receive an email invitation to register. 

Freshman Students: 

The registration form takes about 10 minutes to complete. You will have the opportunity to select your schedule preferences on the registration form, which your advisor will consider as they build your course schedule. Once registered, your name will be added to a list, and an advisor will begin creating your first-semester schedule. 

Transfer Students: 

Once registered for Orientation, the hold will be removed from your account within 48 business hours, allowing you to register for your first semester courses. 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 before your Bengal Bound.

Though not required, family members/guests who serve in primary support roles are encouraged to participate in the 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. We invite family members to participate in Bengal Bound. We hope that by participating, you will become informed about the University’s academic programs, policies, facilities, and services.

Family members and guests will participate in most sessions with their students during Bengal Bound. Families will participate in the Introduction to Being a Tiger Family Member session during the student-only portion of the day. 

Complete Immunization Requirements
Submit final transcripts
Submit official test scores
Complete the ALEKS Math Placement Assessment
Submit your photo for your Tiger Card, the official LSU Student ID

Freshman Students:

Advisors will begin creating your schedule in April once the registration system is open. After your schedule is finalized, you will receive an email with instructions on how to view it and how to set up an appointment with an advisor, if needed. All course schedules for Bengal Bound SPIN students will be completed and made available to you in May 2025. All registered students are guaranteed to have a course schedule and an opportunity to meet with an advisor before the start of the Fall semester.

Transfer Students: 

Once registered for Orientation, the hold will be removed from your account within 48 business hours, allowing you to register for your first semester courses. 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 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. 

Lunch is provided for students. However, families and guest should plan to bring please bring enough money to purchase additional meals at the many dining options available on or near campus. Meals are not included at our On the Geaux orientation program. 

Revisit your admissions portal to change your date or email orientation@lsu.edu for further assistance.