Spring Orientation

Download the MyUT Appand take advantage of personalized features like the orientation schedule, registration information, financial aid, announcements and more. 

Complete the housing application as soon as possible after you finish your admissions application. The earlier you apply, the more likely you are to have your preferences met. 

If you are planning to live off-campus, please utilize the Off-Campus website to access the apartment search portal, specially designed for UT Austin students to find great leases, roommates and list sublet opportunities.

Students new to UT Austin registering for their first semester and readmitted students. You MUST comply with all applicable medical clearance requirements. Students cannot register for classes until they satisfy all requirements. Visit the Healthyhorns website for more information on how to submit your required immunizations.

For security purposes, the University requires that you setup Duo Authentication in order to utilize all UT accounts such as MyStatus, MyUT, UT Zoom, Canvas and the orientation registration system. If you are receiving an error message that says “you are not enrolled due to the Multi-factor Duo Authentication,” you must set up Duo authentication. 

Steps to Set Up Duo

• Visit bit.ly/utduo
• Log in using your UT EID and password.
• Follow the instructions to register your device.
• Download the Duo Mobile app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store to your device.

You can learn more about how to set up Duo here.

For assistance troubleshooting, please contact the IT Help Desk at 512-475-9400.

Each student receives an official UT Austin email address in the Microsoft 365 system with the suffix “@my.utexas.edu” when they become a current student. This official email address will be listed in each student’s record as their primary email. You should have received an email alerting you when your official student email is ready for setup.

More information on how to access and instructions for using your official student email can be found here.

If you have a disability and need accommodations, you will indicate that when you register for your orientation session. You may indicate the need for the following accommodations:

• Interpreting or captioning services

After you register for your session, an email will be sent to you from Longhorn Orientation to confirm your specific accommodation needs. Additional instructions about any required forms or supporting documentation will be included. Any supporting documentation must be submitted at least two weeks before your session.

Please note, accommodation requests made for orientation do not apply to the academic year. If you need accommodations during the academic year, you should contact Disability and Access (D&A). For information on how to register with D&A, click here.

Incoming international students must register for a Longhorn Orientation. In addition to Longhorn Orientation, international students are required to complete the check-in process with Texas Global . You will not be able to register for classes until you have attended a Longhorn Orientation session AND completed the check-in process with Texas Global. You will also have an additional International Student Orientation available to you.

Encourage your family to register for Family Orientation, where they'll learn about resources to help you successfully transition to UT Austin and thrive on the Forty Acres. Learn more about the program and register to attend.

You will need the most updated Zoom version and an official UT Zoom account to complete orientation. Follow this link to set up Zoom on your mobile device or computer.

To upgrade your EID or verify you already have, go to UT Online EID Upgrade Application Guidelines and select Upgrade My EID.

Upgrading your UT EID allows you to claim your financial aid and conduct University business online. 

To obtain your UT ID Card, follow these steps:

• Submit your ID Card Photo online here.
• Wait for email confirmation stating your card is printed and ready for pick up.
• Visit the Flawn Academic Center (FAC) to pick up your ID Card.
  • You can wait until you are on campus for Longhorn Orientation or the start of the semester to pick up your UT ID Card.

UT ID Cards cost $20 and payment can be made via What-I-Owe.

UT Math Assessment

College of Natural Sciences first-year freshman students, regardless of AP or IB high school credit, must take the UT Math Assessment (UTMA) before their orientation session. Some students in other colleges must also take the UTMA, including students planning to take Calculus I (M408C/K/N/R) that do not meet the exemption requirements for non-CNS. Non-CNS students can wait until after discussing their course selection with an academic advisor at orientation to take the UTMA. You must purchase the online Math Readiness Package that will provide online learning modules and the proctored assessment.

The College of Natural Sciences, which oversees the assessment process for students in all colleges and schools, offers additional information, including exemption criteria and test registration details, on their UTMA website.

If you have further questions, please email readiness@cns.utexas.edu

UT Exam for M305G (Pre-Calculus) Credit 

If you do not plan to take a calculus course but still need a math credit to complete your degree, you may have the opportunity to take the UT Exam for M305G (Pre-Calculus Credit). 

If your degree plan allows credit for M 305G (a pre-calculus course), you have the option of testing out of the course with an eligible score to take the UT Exam M305G (Pre-Calculus) Credit. For more information and to register, visit the Student Testing Services’ website. Results from these exams are available within 24-48 hours, in time for students who may need to adjust their fall schedules based on their results to do so during the add/drop period.

Chemistry Assessment

Students registering for CH 301 will be required to complete the Chemistry assessment prior to the Fall Term. The College of Natural Sciences requires students in certain majors to take the UT Chemistry Assessment before orientation. Please review the UTCA website for more information.

Placement Tests

Depending on your college, you may be required to take other placement tests or assessments. You will receive information from your college via email about any college-specific testing requirements.

If you need to take other placement tests, you may register online through Student Testing Services. Results from these exams are available within 24-48 hours, in time for students who may need to adjust their fall schedules based on their results to do so during the add/drop period.

Texas Success Initiative (TSI)

You can check your TSI status on your Registration Information Sheet (RIS). If you are exempt it will say "Exempt" or "Complete" on your RIS and there is no further action needed from you. If not, you will need to provide documentation of your exemption or present passing scores from the TSI Assessment before you can register for courses. For more information, email the TSI Office at tsi@austin.utexas.edu. Please allow the TSI office 6-10 business days to process your documentation.

Students with credit-eligible Advanced Placement (AP), CLEP, SAT Subject Test, SAT/ACT Writing Scores or International Baccalaureate (IB) test score may find they have already earned coursework credit at UT Austin by taking exams. To learn more about what placement tests you should plan to take and when you can take them, visit Student Testing Services or call (512) 232-2662. Credit by exam information, including a list of accepted exams and scores and testing schedules for exams offered on campus can be found at testingservices.utexas.edu/credit.

Make sure you have any test scores (Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, etc.) sent directly to UT Austin. It's helpful to gather all test scores and transcripts for completed college-level courses and have them with you during your advising appointment at orientation. Your advisor can still work with you to plan out your course selections even if some of your scores are still pending.

Students can review orientation information, including a detailed schedule, in the Canvas modules. This information will become available closer to your orientation session.

Be sure to access your Registration Information Sheet no later than two weeks prior to your orientation session to ensure there are no holds that will prevent you from registering. 

NOTE: Your advising hold will be cleared at orientation. Your health hold will be cleared once you have submitted the appropriate documentation. If you have an international hold, that will be cleared once you have completed the check-in process with Texas Global. If you have a high school transcript hold, it will not prevent you from registering for classes.

You will need to complete Canvas modules as part of your orientation session. The modules contain helpful resources for academic success, navigating campus life, and health and safety at UT Austin. Modules will be available roughly 10 days prior to Spring Orientation for registered students.

You will log into Canvas using your UT EID and password, and DUO authentication. The modules will take 2-3 hours to complete. Once your session begins, the Canvas modules will update to include Zoom links to the live virtual programming.

More information will be emailed to you closer to your orientation session. The full schedule will also be available in the Canvas modules closer to your orientation. Here's a brief overview of what you can expect during your session:

College Meeting

You will participate in a College Meeting with your college or school, where you’ll learn more about college requirements and expectations, degree plans and how to use the course registration system.

Academic Advising

You will also have a meeting with an academic advisor who will go over the course schedule with you, talk about your degree plan and help you map out a sample schedule of classes. Meeting with an academic advisor is required for course registration. 

Campus Connection

Connect with fellow UT Austin students through small group meetings and social programs hosted during orientation. There will also be many opportunities to hear about University programs, services and resources throughout your experience.

Course Registration 

Be sure to access your Registration Information Sheet prior to orientation to review any holds. Advising Holds will be cleared during your advising appointment at orientation and no action is needed. If you have an Immunization Hold, you should submit your documentation to University Health Services prior to your session. If you have a high school transcript hold, it will not prevent you from registering for classes.