New student orientation for students attending Vincennes University Jasper
Who needs to participate in START VU Jasper?
START VU Jasper orientation is mandatory for all new students, including first time college students, returning students, and transfer students.
Attendance at START VU Jasper orientation is mandatory for all new students, including first time college students, returning students, and transfer students.
What is START VU Jasper?
START VU Jasper new student orientation introduces students to our campus, the services we offer, and most importantly, allows students to enroll into their first semester courses. There are two components to our program: completing the online orientation module and registering for classes.
How do I complete the Jasper New Student Orientation module?
After acceptance, the Jasper New Student Orientation module is emailed to you and available on the right-hand side of your MyVU account under “To Do”.
Students are required to complete the module before coming to campus to schedule their first semester classes.
How do I register for classes?
At the end of the orientation module, a link will be available to select your START VU Jasper date, where you will come to campus and select your classes with the help of an academic advisor. *Students must meet registration eligibility requirements prior to scheduling classes.
What is the Accuplacer Exam?
The Accuplacer exam is a series of tests that evaluate a student's preparedness for college-level courses. Students who have transfer credit in college level English and math, or a qualifying high school GPA, or sufficient SAT or ACT scores, may be exempt from taking Accuplacer.
NOTE: A photo ID is required for testing (Driver’s license, State ID card). Testing is administered in the Administration Building.
What if I have a diverse ability/disability that requires academic accommodations?
If you are in need of special accommodations for testing, please call the Director of Student Services at 812.482.3030 at least two weeks prior to the testing date.
What if I have transfer credit?
If you have transfer credit, we must have an official transcript before you enroll in classes to determine appropriate course placement. Official transcripts must be sent to VU directly from the issuing college/s where the credit was earned.
How do I meet college readiness requirements?
All students are required to demonstrate college readiness in order to register for classes.
Your student ID photo will be taken when you come to campus to complete the Accuplacer test. If you do not need to take the test or choose to take it virtually, you may submit a headshot for your student ID via email. To do so, please use your preferred email address on file with the university to send an email to vuphoto@vinu.edu that includes the following items:
Your Full Name
Your Home Mailing Address
Your A Number (Student ID Number)
A headshot that you would like to use as your ID photo (needs to be attached as a .jpg file)
Once your photo has been reviewed, you will receive a confirmation email letting you know that your ID photo has been approved and that you can expect your ID card to arrive in the mail.
If you have any questions about START VU Jasper, please call our Office of Admissions at 812.481.5918. Thank you for choosing Vincennes University Jasper!
