UT Orientation

Orientation is almost here! 🤘

Have you started your Pre-Orientation Checklist yet? 👀

Take care of a few key steps before your session to make your experience as smooth as possible. Some key things are submitting proof of required immunizations and preparing for registration.
Visit the link in our bio for the full checklist and get ready to step onto the Forty Acres! 🤠

Learn more: https://orientation.utexas.edu/content/freshman/before-orientation

Wondering what your Longhorn Orientation experience will look like? 🤔

We’ve got you covered. Swipe through for a quick look at your two-day experience. Check out the link in our bio for more information. See y'all soon! 🤘

DAY ONE
Everyone:
- Check-in and welcome session
- College and school meetings
- University Resources

Students:
- Traditional and Evenings Programs

Families:
- Family reception

DAY TWO
Everyone:
- Choice Sessions

Students:
- Academic and peer advising
- Course Registration

Families:
- Regional coffee meetup
- Texas Parents session

VIEW YOUR FULL SCHEDULE
Students: download the MyUT Austin App (link in bio)
Families: Visit the Texas Parents and Families Portal (link in bio)

Check your schedule before your session! Click the link in bio to learn more.

Attention, incoming Longhorns! 👀

Make the most of your orientation by downloading the MyUT Austin app. The app makes it easy to plan your schedule, access important orientation information and get helpful tips all in one place. On mobile, you can tap the star icon to favorite events you plan to attend and they'll appear in your Favorites tab for easy access ⭐

Download the app now! 📱

Learn more: https://www.utexas.edu/mobile

NOW OPEN: Registration for summer term and transfer students 🤘

Summer term orientation is mandatory for students admitted for Summer 2026 and will take place virtually the week of May 25.

Transfer orientation is also open for Fall 2026 admits and is required for all incoming transfer students before fall registration. Accept your offer and pay the enrollment deposit before registering!

Summer Term Orientation: https://orientation.utexas.edu/content/summer-term-orientation
Transfer Orientation: https://orientation.utexas.edu/content/transfer/before-orientation

REMINDER: Orientation registration is open 🤠

Before registering, you must accept your offer on MyStatus and satisfy your enrollment deposit at least one day in advance 🤘

View details on your college's orientation registration and session dates: https://bit.ly/3R2x0e7

Reminder for UT parents and families: Registration for Family Orientation is open! 📣

Join you student at Longhorn Orientation and learn how to support them this fall. Register through the Texas Parents and Families Portal today🤘

Learn more: https://parents.utexas.edu/family-orientation

Celebrating our 2026 Maralyn Heimlich Scholarship recipients! 🥳

These Longhorns served as Orientation Advisors, completing a semester of training and successfully helping welcome new students to the Forty Acres. Their leadership and dedication have made a meaningful impact on the UT Austin community.

Join us in congratulating our 2026 recipients: Leslie Montalvo, Daniel Medina, Adrita Rahman, Arianne Icaro, and Olivia Cantu! 🤘🧡

Back with more Longhorn Orientation FAQs! 🤘

We’re continuing to break down what you need to know before your session this summer. Swipe through and visit the links below bio to learn more 🤠

Immunization and Medical Clearance Requirements: https://bit.ly/4tZsYSC

Prepare for Class Registration: https://bit.ly/3R2x0e7