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Admitted Students

You Did It! Welcome to Bradley University.

Congratulations on your admission to Bradley! You’ve earned your place among a driven, creative, and compassionate community of students who are ready to shape the world. We can’t wait to see what you’ll accomplish next.

Your Next Steps to Become #BradleyBound

Every Bradley Brave starts their journey by confirming enrollment and reserving their spot at BU. To confirm your enrollment, simply submit your enrollment deposit through your Bradley Bound account.

If you’re an International Student, the next step after confirming enrollment is obtaining a student visa.

In order to apply for an F-1 visa, you will need an I-20 Certificate of Eligibility sent to you from International Student Services. You must submit our Affidavit of Support with required additional documentation to show proof of funding. Once you have your I-20, you will need to pay your I-901 SEVIS Fee. To get information about the process follow Step 2 and Step 3 from the U.S. Immigration and Customs site.

Your next step will be to set up an appointment with the nearest U.S. Embassy/Consulate to apply for your visa. When you go for your appointment make sure you have the following documents with you:

  • Your I-20 Certificate of Eligibility
  • Proof of your I-901 SEVIS fee payment
  • Admit Letter
  • Passport (must be valid for at least six months)
  • Affidavit of Support and additional documentation

You can find more information about obtaining your student visa at the Education USA website.

First Year Next Steps

After confirming your enrollment and obtaining a student visa (if needed), follow the steps below to continue your Bradley journey!

Once you’ve confirmed your enrollment, you’ll receive your official BUnetID and Bradley email. These credentials unlock your next steps, including orientation registration and course access.

Orientation is where your journey takes off! Meet classmates, connect with your academic advisor, explore campus, and register for classes.

Don’t miss your chance to pick the date that works best for you:

Living on campus is a major part of the Bradley experience. Once you’re enrolled, complete your housing contract and roommate preferences through your housing portal.

Access your award letter, accept financial aid, and explore your options in your Bradley Bound account. Questions? Our financial assistance team is here to help.

If you have not already done so, file your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as soon as possible to ensure you receive full consideration for federal, State of Illinois and Bradley University financial assistance.

Check out our Admitted Student Visit Events, join exclusive Bradley communities on ZeeMee (download the app using the links below) and start picturing your life as a Brave!

You’re officially part of the Bradley family—let the world know! Use #BradleyBound and tag @BradleyUniversity on social to celebrate your admission.

Transfer Student Next Steps

After confirming your enrollment and obtaining a student visa (if needed), follow the steps below to continue your Bradley journey!

Upon confirming your enrollment, you will be emailed a Dean’s Letter of Recommendation form to verify you are a student in good standing at your last enrolled institution. This form must be completed by the Dean of Students or the equivalent office at the college or university that you have most recently attended. Bradley’s Vice President of Student Affairs must receive this recommendation before you may register for classes.

Once you’ve confirmed your enrollment, you’ll receive your official BUnetID and Bradley email. These credentials unlock your next steps, including orientation registration and course access.

It’s time to plan your official Bradley class schedule!

Registration for Fall semester begins in April and continues until the beginning of the semester. Spring registration begins in November. Look for registration information to arrive by email soon after you have submitted your enrollment fee. You should consult with your faculty advisor before you register for classes.

Orientation is where your journey takes off! Meet classmates, connect with your academic advisor, explore campus, and register for classes.

These special events include Transfer Student Registration Days in April, Begin Bradley online orientation over the summer, and Transfer Student Welcome and International Student Orientation in August.

Living on campus is a major part of the Bradley experience. Once you’re enrolled, complete your housing contract and roommate preferences through your housing portal. If you will start with at least junior standing (56 credit hours), consider one of these off-campus options: St. James Apartments or Main Street Commons.

If you’re interested in living on campus with other transfer students, you can select the transfer specific floor when you complete your housing sign-up form using the Bradley Bound Page.

Access your award letter, accept financial aid, and explore your options in your Bradley Bound account. Questions? Our financial assistance team is here to help.

If you have not already done so, file your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as soon as possible to ensure you receive full consideration for federal, State of Illinois and Bradley University financial assistance.

Check out our Admitted Student Visit Events, join exclusive Bradley communities on ZeeMee (download the app using the links below) and start picturing your life as a Brave!

You’re officially part of the Bradley family—let the world know! Use #BradleyBound and tag @BradleyUniversity on social to celebrate your admission.

Graduate Student Next Steps

International Graduate Students – After you have submitted your enrollment fee, Graduate Admissions will send you an Affidavit of Support. The completed Affidavit and supporting documents, such as bank statements, must be uploaded to your Bradley Bound page. International Student Services (ISS) will review your Affidavit and documentation, and issue your I-20 Certificate of Eligibility. For more information on the student visa process, please see the International Student Services.

After confirming your enrollment and obtaining a student visa (if needed), follow the steps below to continue your Bradley journey!

Once you’ve confirmed your enrollment, you’ll receive your official BUnetID and Bradley email. These credentials unlock your next steps, including orientation registration and course access.

International Student Services will provide detailed information to new graduate students on finding housing on or near campus, securing US health insurance, Bradley’s resources for students, and more. Your graduate program will also contact you near the beginning of the semester with information on departmental orientations, advising, class registration, and other matters.

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