Transfer Orientation

A fee of $75 will be applied to your UTPB student account after you have completed your registration for orientation. You do not need to pay the fee right away. It can be paid along with your tuition and fees.

All students are required to register for orientation. Admitted students will receive an email invitation with a direct link to register via your application status portal once registration opens or can register via the link below. Because there is limited space, sessions are filled on a first come, first-serve basis when registration opens. Admitted students are encouraged to register quickly to guarantee their spot at orientation.

Be sure you have your: 

• Transcripts from previous institutions
• Test Scores
• Bacterial Meningitis or Exemption Form

During orientation, you will meet many of your peers, professors, staff and other transferring students that are continuing their education at UTPB. There will be several groups of students all assigned to an orientation leader. Your orientation leader will serve as your guide to UTPB. You can ask them anything you need to, and they will help guide you in the direction you want to go. Your group will consist of other transfers from various institutions, and you will be together for most of the session. Here you will get to meet new people, find people in your major, build connections and blossom new friendships.

There will be sessions where you get to learn everything about UTPB. You will hear from university departments such as Financial Aid, Student Accounts, The Dean of Students, and your orientation leaders. You will also be able to visit these departments if you wish to get more detailed information or to meet with them regarding any questions you may have.

• When will I receive an invitation to orientation? Transfer students will receive their invitation to orientation after they have been admitted to the university and registration is available.
• Am I required to attend orientation? It is mandatory for transfer students to complete orientation.
• When is orientation? Orientation occurs at various times throughout the year. Students entering in the summer or fall semesters will complete a summer orientation program in May through August. Students entering in the spring semester will complete an orientation program in January.
• How much does Orientation cost? All incoming transfers will be charged a $75 orientation fee. The cost of orientation is assessed in your first-semester bill.
• What will I do during orientation? Students will learn about campus policies and procedures, and resources, and make new friends. You’ll also have the opportunity to register for classes if you haven’t already done so.
• What is the orientation schedule? A full schedule of transfer orientation will be posted to this site no later than mid-April.
• Can family members participate in orientation? Yes! We encourage family members to join in-person sessions. Please make sure you register guests with you.
• Will I register for my classes during orientation? As a transfer student, you have the benefit of being able to register for classes before you complete orientation. We do recommend the sooner you enroll the better options you will have. Simply email advising@utpb.edu to schedule an appointment with an advisor.
• Do I need to have completed the TSI requirements prior to orientation? TSI requirements need to be completed prior to registration for classes. If you plan on being advised and registered for classes during orientation, TSI requirements need to be completed prior to orientation. If you are unsure of your TSI status, please contact the Registrar's Office at (432) 552-2635. You can schedule your test date online. Contact the Testing Services & Academic Accommodations Department at (432) 552-2630 for questions about TSI testing and fees.
• Is payment for classes required during orientation? You cannot pay for classes until bills post. Please contact the Office of Accounting at (432) 552-2706 for additional information.