Please review the following information that pertains to all newly admitted students in Loyola's graduate or professional programs.

Conditional Admission

If you received conditional admission to Loyola, registration for your second term at will be blocked until you submit your final, official transcript(s) or other required documents showing your degree conferred.  Photocopies, faxes, scanned images, and opened transcripts are not considered official.  Official documents must be received in an unopened envelope, sealed by the institution.

For those who have or will complete their degree at an institution outside the United States, documents may include a either transcript with a degree posted or mark sheets with a separate degree certificate.  As requesting and receiving these documents may take time, those admitted conditionally are advised to contact their institution(s) as soon as possible to ensure documents will be received before registration for the second term opens.

Course registration

Students register for courses using Loyola's Online Connection to University Services (LOCUS). Through LOCUS, you can enroll in courses, view and process financial aid information, change addresses and phone numbers, request official transcripts, and more. 

All new students will receive an e-mail with a LOCUS username and password a few weeks before registration begins. Students admitted after registration begins will receive their LOCUS information shortly after admission. For more information about using LOCUS, view the LOCUS tutorial or watch the tutorial video.

Please note that you must contact your academic advisor regarding your course selection. Your advisor's contact information was included with your admission letter. If you need additional assistance, please call 312.915.8900.

To view the registration schedule and a calendar of important dates for most graduate programs, see the academic schedule. Students enrolling in the Graduate School of Business should view this calendar.

Computer I.D. and Loyola Student E-mail

Your registration user name and password also serve as your Universal I.D. and Password (UVID). Your UVID allows you to access University computers and student e-mail, along with other software programs, such as Blackboard. You must change the password you were giving for registration using LOCUS. After you change your password, you may access your e-mail through GroupWise.

For more information about Loyola's computer centers or e-mail program, visit the Information Technology Services Web site.

Financial Assistance

Many students rely on student loans to assist with paying for graduate or professional education. The Office of Student Financial Assistance will work with you to answer questions about financial aid policies and procedures, as well as give you important information on completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Some graduate programs offer assistantships and fellowships on a competitive basis. Check with your graduate program director for details. 

Housing and Parking

Information about on-campus housing for graduate and professional students is available on the Residence Life Web site. You can search for off-campus options through Iggy's List, Loyola's online classifieds.

Identification Cards

After you register for classes, you should obtain your Campus Card (student I.D.). Your Campus Card will grant you access to many University buildings, allow you to check out materials from University Libraries, and more. Get your card at one of these Campus Card office locations:

Lake Shore Campus
Sullivan Center for Student Services
6339 N. Sheridan Rd.
773.508.2273

Water Tower Campus
25 E. Pearson St.
First floor lobby
312.915.7756

Health Sciences Campus
Mulcahy Building
First floor, Room 1606
708.216.9092

Immunization Requirements

Students must show proof of required immunizations by filling out the immunization form and submitting it to the Wellness Center. Failure to submit this form will block your registration for your second term at Loyola.  For more immunization information, visit the Wellness Center Web site.

International Students

Newly admitted international students should visit the Office for International Programs Web site for valuable information about preparing for your first term at Loyola, including details on F-1 and J-1 visas. You can also download any forms you may need, such as the Declaration and Certification of Finances Form and the Transfer Verification Form, among others. 

Orientation

Each school/program has a different orientation schedule for incoming students. For information about orientation, please review your specific program's information for new students (see the links at the top-right of this page), or contact your department directly for more details.

Student Health Insurance

All full-time students are required to have health insurance coverage. The health insurance premium is automatically added to your account balance unless you qualify for a waiver. To opt out of the Loyola plan, log on to LOCUS, then click on "Student Health Insurance" in the "Campus Finances" section. You may then waive out of the plan after providing the information for your current plan. For more information about Loyola's student health insurance policy, visit the Bursar - Health Insurance page.

Tuition and Fees

To access the most up-to-date information on tuition and fees, billing, and payment plans, please visit the Bursar Web site.