Frequently Asked Questions

Transfer Orientation Registration

Is Transfer Orientation required?

Before you can register for classes at UT Dallas, you must register for and attend a Transfer Orientation session. The sooner you complete your Transfer Orientation requirement, the sooner you’ll be able to register for classes.

How do I register for Transfer Orientation?

Please follow all of the steps we’ve listed on our Transfer Orientation page.

How much does Transfer Orientation cost?

The fee for Transfer Orientation is $50. This covers the cost of facilities, refreshments, T-shirt, staffing, printed materials and programming throughout your first year at UT Dallas.

What if the Transfer Orientation Center doesn’t display my correct major?

The Transfer Orientation registration system will always display your admitted major only.

If you’ve changed your major since being admitted to UT Dallas, please don’t worry. Your Transfer Orientation registration will display your updated major for all advising purposes. Please continue with your Transfer Orientation registration even if your updated major isn’t displayed.

Can I bring guests or family members with me to Transfer Orientation?

You’re allowed to bring one guest with you to Transfer Orientation. When you register for your orientation session, you’ll have the option to submit a guest request. There’s no fee for your guest to attend.

I previously attended a Transfer Orientation or Freshman Orientation at UT Dallas. Do I need to attend again?

You should attend an orientation session that’s designated for your first semester at UT Dallas.

If you deferred your admission or have already attended an orientation session within the last 12 months, you don’t need to attend another orientation. But if you deferred your admission or attended an orientation session more than 12 months ago, you’ll need to register for Transfer Orientation and complete the orientation process once more.

If you attended an orientation session within the last 12 months, deferred your admission, and noticed you still have an orientation hold on your account, please contact our office to resolve your hold.

Are second baccalaureate or certificate-seeking students required to complete a Transfer Orientation?

If you’ve been admitted to UT Dallas as a second baccalaureate student or certificate-seeking student — or if you’re simply taking a few classes here and there for your own educational gratification — you’re not required to register for or attend a Transfer Orientation.

You shouldn’t have an orientation hold on your account, so please contact your academic advisor regarding class registration.

Transfer Orientation Program Details

Is Transfer Orientation in person or virtual?

At this time, all Transfer Orientation sessions are scheduled in person on campus.

What is the agenda for Transfer Orientation?

Transfer Orientation typically starts at 11 a.m. and ends around 4 p.m.

After you register for Transfer Orientation, please be sure to check your UT Dallas email regularly since we’ll be sending you information about the orientation schedule plus important details and access information.

Will I register for classes at Transfer Orientation?

You won’t be able to register for classes prior to Transfer Orientation, but as part of the orientation process, you’ll have the opportunity to meet with your School’s academic advising representatives.

Depending on account holds and how your school handles its advising processes, you’ll be able to register for classes either during or shortly after your orientation session.

Please check your UT Dallas student email account regularly to receive up-to-date information on all orientation session details.

Additional Questions

How can I apply for financial aid?

Please visit the Applying for Financial Aid page or contact the Financial Aid Office at financial-aid@utdallas.edu for details regarding financial aid options, short-term loans and deadlines.

You must be admitted to UT Dallas before the Financial Aid Office will be able to process your financial aid application. However, you can submit your financial aid application before you’re officially admitted.

How can I apply for a UT Dallas scholarship?

Visit the Transfer Scholarships page to learn more about available scholarships and their eligibility requirements. You’ll find more scholarship information on the Office of Financial Aid’s website.

Can I change my admitted major?

Post-admission major changes are subject to the approval of the associate dean for undergraduate education in the school of your intended new major.

If you’d like to request a major change, we encourage you to start that process as soon as possible. You can read more about the major change process in the academic catalog, and you can always discuss major changes with an academic advisor in your desired school.

Students who wish to change majors to the Naveen Jindal School of Management should review the undergraduate change of major policies and contact the school’s advising team for more information.

How do I defer my admission?

If you’d like to defer your admission to UT Dallas, please visit the admission requests page and contact the Office of Admission and Enrollment Services for further assistance. Restrictions and deadlines may apply.

How can I apply for on-campus housing?

Please check out our Housing and Dining page for general information about campus housing and dining options and contact information for UT Dallas’ on-campus housing team. If you didn’t find what you’re looking for, our Transfer Orientation team is here to help! Please get in touch with us at transferorientation@utdallas.edu.