Welcome to Loyola

Find Your Next Steps

We're so happy you chose Loyola University New Orleans for your college experience.

As you prepare your first semester, this page will provide you with resources, important deadlines, and tips to make your arrival a success. Stay tuned—we will send you more information in our weekly Wolf Pack Wednesday email series starting later this spring.

Let's do this, Wolf Pack!

It’s time to set up your digital accounts so you can access vital information to prepare for your arrival. These are the most important platforms you’ll use on a regular basis as a student at Loyola.

Log into the Loyola Network through our Single Sign On (SSO) portal
Access your LORA Self-Service account
Sign into your Loyno Gmail account

Check your Loyno email for a step-by-step guide to set up your accounts, review the information on the IT website, and contact the IT Help Desk with any technology-related questions. Call 504-865-2255 or email support@loyno.edu from your Loyno email.

Once you're logged into your Gmail account, you can change your name by following these instructions.

An important first step in your college experience is making a plan for how you'll pay for your studies. Our team at Student Financial Services will work one-on-one with your family to determine the best payment options for you. You can start this process by completing the Affordability Questionnaire in your Admissions Status Portal.

Contact Student Financial Services for assistance by phone at 504-865-3337 or by email at SFSCenter@loyno.edu.

Want to see what's in store for your first semester? Visit your Admissions Status Portal and complete the "Academic Advising and Involvement Interest Survey." We'll use the information you provide to create a draft schedule of classes. Once you complete the survey, a faculty member in the department you've declared as your major will work one-on-one with you to fine-tune your schedule.

You can always schedule a meeting with one of our academic advisors if you have other questions to help you prepare for success at Loyola.

Submit your immunization documentation or exemption no later than August 11. You can print the Immunization Compliance Form and have it completed and signed by your physician or treatment provider. Follow the instructions on the form to upload your documentation on the Public Health Portal. For more information, visit the immunization website page. Reach out to Loyola’s Public Health team about individual questions at immunization@loyno.edu.

All full-time undergraduate students are automatically enrolled in Loyola’s student health insurance plan. You are required to use Loyola’s plan unless you can provide proof of comparable, existing coverage for the academic year. See plan details and review instructions to waive coverage. Domestic students must complete the waiver questionnaire by September 1 in order to receive a full refund on their tuition bill.

Log into your Admissions Status Portal and upload your headshot in the "Upload Materials" section. Be sure to select "ID Photo" from the dropdown menu. We will use your photo to make your Loyola ID, which you will receive when you arrive on campus. Please submit your photo by July 1 for processing.

Photo Criteria

Photos should reflect your current appearance—no sunglasses, hats, or head coverings (unless worn for religious purposes)
Stand in front of a plain, light colored background and use a neutral face expression with both eyes open
Place camera directly in front you: full face and shoulder tops should be visible
Clear, color images that are oriented upright only with a high resolution JPEG format (most cell phone cameras can provide this)
Photos taken of your driver's license, current school ID, passport or that feature another person in them will not be accepted

Your online orientation program consists of video modules that cover everything from academic resources to student life and dining at Loyola. It should take no more than three hours to finish, and we’ll save your progress along the way. You’ll use your username and password from your Single Sign On (SSO) portal to access the online orientation. If you have problems logging in, reach out to our Help Desk at support@loyno.edu from your Loyola email address.

Parents and caregivers can also watch the orientation modules without logging in by clicking the “For Parents and Guests” option.

Wolf Pack Wednesday Email Newsletter

Preparing for your first year of college takes careful planning and organization. We want to make it as seamless and engaging as possible for you. Keep an eye out for the Wolf Pack Wednesday email newsletter featuring important information and resources to help you prepare for your first year at Loyola University New Orleans. It's sent to all admitted first-year students via email every Wednesday starting in May and will continue through the start of your first semester as you get settled into college life.

Parents/Guardians: If you'd like to receive our weekly newsletter as well, you can email admit@loyno.edu to get added to our subscriber list.

Wolf Pack Wednesday Schedule

Here are the topics we will cover each week in your inbox. You can view an archive of the emails here once we send them out.

May Messages

Welcome to Wolf Pack Wednesdays

May 10, 2023

Get a preview of the weekly email schedule and complete some of your first action items as a new member of the Wolf Pack.

View Archived Message

Residential Life

May 17, 2023

Get a rundown of residential life at Loyola, including what to pack, how to find a roommate, and what to expect on move-in day.

View Archived Message

Jesuit Values

May 24, 2023

At Loyola, we care for the whole you, body, mind, and spirit. Find out how our Jesuit values inspire us to be our best selves.

View Archived Message

University Traditions

May 31, 2023

Late-night pancakes, crawfish boils, and special beads just for your class—you’re not going to want to miss these Loyola traditions.

View Archived Message

June Messages

Online Orientation

June 7, 2023

Get all the details about online orientation that you can complete on your own time before the start of classes.

Welcome to Loyola

Find Your Next Steps

Wolf Pack Wednesday Email Newsletter

Wolf Pack Wednesday Schedule

Welcome to Wolf Pack Wednesdays

Residential Life

Jesuit Values

University Traditions

Online Orientation

Diversity and Social Justice

Languages and Cultures

Loyola Dining Services

Student Financial Services

Student Health & Counseling Services

Student Success Center

Parking Services and University Bookstore

Wolf Pack Welcome

Student Code of Conduct

Welcome Week, HowlConnect, and Special Events

First Week of Classes

Student Government Association and First-Year Council

Student Organizations and Leadership Programs

Spirituality on Campus

Explore New Orleans

Club Sports, Recreation, and Athletics

Career Development Center

First 50 Days

Student Affairs Panels

Session #1

Session #2

Loyno Family Portal

Make It Official

Get in the Know at LOYNO