Living in the US
"You are not alone here at IU. There are many sources to get help from and do not be afraid to approach them when you need it."
- Pui, Hong Kong
"Take full advantage of the great number of resources on our campus: there are many 'treasures' waiting to be uncovered!"
- Adrian, Romania
"Take the opportunities, but don't be stressed about not taking enough. Follow your interest and you will find plenty of chances. Be involved, you will not regret it."
-Sae, South Korea
IU Mandatory Health Insurance
- About Health Insurance
- Requesting a waiver/iStart Electronic Form
- Insurance Definitions/Questions
- Insurance for Dependents
- Aetna Student Health Website
- On-Campus Insurance Contact Information
Travel and & Re-entry
Transportation
- Indianapolis Airport Shuttle
- IU/City Bus Services
- Cars: International Driver’s License
- Cars: Driving
- Cars: Buying
- Cars: Renting/Leasing
- Cars: Getting a driver’s license
- Campus Parking Permits
- Bicycles/permits
- Traveling Outside Bloomington
- Distances to major US Cities
Social Security/Taxes
Health Care Services in Bloomington
Money Matters
- Banking
- Budgeting/Tips for Saving Money
- Finding a Job for F-1 Students
- Finding a Job for J-1 Students
- Scholarships & Loans
- Internet Search Options
- Resources on the Web
- Tuition Payments
Other Useful Information
- US Embassies and Consulates
- Foreign Embassies of Washington, D.C.
- US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)
- Hoosier Help Online (H2O):Academic Support
- H2O: Cultural Adjustment/Culture Shock
- H2O: Classroom Culture
- H2O: Computing
- Cell Phones/International Phone Calls
- Visa Options Powerpoint
- On- and Off-Campus Housing Options
- Special Housing Options
- What to Do if Stopped by the Police
