Orientation is your first step in successfully transitioning to TCU. During orientation, you will have the chance to meet with faculty and staff from your respective college or school, new classmates, and current students. Orientation is a time for you to learn about campus resources and receive academic advising in preparation for registering for classes and the basics of academic life at TCU.
All new undergraduate students are required to attend an orientation session.
If you have any questions, visit our FAQ page, email orientation@tcu.edu, or call (817) 257-7855.
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Orientation Dates
Discover your TCU orientation date, with information for first-year students, transfer students, parents and families, international students, and spring orientation.
Step-By-Step Overview
All incoming first-year and transfer students will complete the following 3 steps once they accept their offer of admission to TCU. Click across the tabs to learn more about each step!
Students starting in fall of 2026
1. Register for Orientation – registration will open March 2026 in the MyTCU portal under the Admitted Student Tile.
2. Complete Pre-Orientation Modules – launches April 2026
3. Prepare for orientation by reviewing information in the below tabs.
Preparing For Orientation
Overnight Accommodation
Accommodating Your Needs
