If You are a Current or Returning Student
If you are interested in enrolling in a distance learning degree program, go to the FAQ page to take the Distance Learning Readiness Survey. Also read the "How to be a Successful Distance Education Student" and "9 Myths about Taking Courses Online" that included in the Student Resources page.
You must be officially admitted into the program even though you are already an IU East student. Contact the appropriate academic division to enroll.
| Degree Program | Academic Division Contact | |
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| Professional Writing and English Studies Degree | Prof. TJ Rivard, Chair Div. of Humanities & Fine Arts Whitewater Hall 254 trivard@indiana.edu (765) 973-8243 |
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| Communication Degree | Prof. TJ Rivard, Chair Div. of Humanities & Fine Arts Whitewater Hall 254 trivard@indiana.edu (765) 973-8243 |
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| Finance Degree | Dr. David Frantz, Chair Div. of Business & Economics Hayes Hall 275 dfrantz@indiana.edu (765) 973-8337 |
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| General Business Degree | Dr. David Frantz, Chair Div. of Business & Economics Hayes Hall 275 dfrantz@indiana.edu (765) 973-8337 |
Once enrolled, you will be assigned an academic advisor. Set up an appointment with your advisor. Your advisor will work with you to formulate a study plan. A "Welcome Package for Distance Learning Students" will be mailed to you. Review all information in the package.
After you finalized your study plan, you may register classes using Student Information Systems (SIS) via OneStart. Note that you must have a current Indiana University network account to access OneStart. Contact Information Technology Help Desk at iueitsup@indiana.edu or phone (765) 973-8375, (800) 696-EAST ext. 375 for assistance.
Your IU email account is the official communication channel between you and IU East. Check your IU email account regularly.
IU East uses a course management system for all distance education courses. If you are registered, go to OnCourse for a tutorial. Throughout the year, you may check your grades and financial aids using Student Information Systems via OneStart.
Visit the Technical Requirements page and make sure that you have the right equipment and software. You must have an Internet connect to access the courses.
Order your textbooks online through IU East Bookstore.
Check the academic calendar. Be ready to sign into your class on the first day of the school.
Don't hesitate to call or email when you have questions. The contact information for various support services is listed on the website and included in your welcome package.
