Cardinal Central staff helping student answer questions

What is Cardinal Central?

Cardinal Central—Ball State’s integrated, student-focused service center—is a convenient, one-stop location for business processes, resources, and information for students and their families.

Our office provides accurate information, quick responses, and first-contact resolution, as well as appropriate referrals when necessary.

To connect with a specialist, you can visit us, give us a call, send us an email, or schedule a virtual appointment.

Visit the Cardinal Central Student Portal

Students can visit the Cardinal Central Student Portal to find quick answers to general questions, submit a personalized request for support, or file essential forms.
Login to the Cardinal Central Portal
Cardinal Central Calendar
May
02
Spring Semester Ends
Jun
04
Summer 2025 Graduation Application Deadline
Oct
22
Fall 2025 Graduation Application Deadline
Jan
05
University classes for Spring Semester begin
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Cardinal Central Services


Cardinal Central combines services from the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships, Student Financial Services (Bursar), and the Office of the Registrar.

Additional Services

Veterans Benefits

21st Century Scholars

Ball State ID Cards

Students talking outside Cardinal Central office

 

Schedule a Virtual Appointment

Prospective or Admitted Students
Current Students

Need help? Speak to a Specialist

Visit us

L.A. Pittenger Student Center room 120 Across from Starbucks and the Tally Food Court 2000 West University Avenue Muncie, IN, USA 47306

Office Hours

  • Academic Year:  M – TH 8 a.m. – 5p.m., F 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  • Summer:  M – TH 7:30 a.m. – 4 p.m., F 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Phone Hours

  • Academic Year: M – TH 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., F 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
  • Summer:  M – TH 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., F 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Call us: 765-285-2222

Email us: cardinalcentral@bsu.edu

Meet the Cardinal Central Staff

Related Links

 
Admissions
Student Financial Services
Office of the Registrar
Financial Aid and Scholarships