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!

Make It Official

You're part of the Wolf Pack—it's time to howl all about it! You can shop for your official LOYNO apparel and gear from the Loyola University Bookstore online. Show off your maroon and gold spirit to your family and friends.

Shop for LOYNO Gear

Loyno Family Portal

Learn more about Loyola and join communities that are important to you and your student. Personalize information that caters to you and your student's interests, and interact with other families going through the college search process.

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.

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

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.