Orientation Dates

Choose your orientation

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Freshman

If you are starting at UTA in the fall semester, you will enjoy a two-day orientation. If you plan to enroll starting in UTA’s spring or summer term, you will receive a shortened one-day orientation.

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TRANSFER

New Maverick Orientation has four different types of orientation programs to fit the unique needs of our new transfer students. Before choosing your orientation date, learn which program is best suited for you.

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INTERNATIONAL

New Maverick Orientation has a unique type of orientation program to fit the unique needs of our new international students. Attendance is required at one of the following sessions for students on an F-1 or J-1 visa.

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VETERAN

If you are a transfer and military-connected student (such as active duty, veteran, reserve, or National Guard), you are eligible to attend one of UTA’s Veteran Orientations, or you may attend a traditional transfer orientation session.

A SPECIALIZED CONHI ACCELERATED ONLINE (AO) ORIENTATION

Students admitted to the CONHI Accelerated Online (AO) Orientation program will complete a specialized CONHI Accelerated Online (AO) Orientation in Canvas.

Graduate Orientation

New Maverick Graduate Orientation is an optional program designed to help new master's and doctoral students learn about UTA's resources and services to support their writing, research, and study.

This orientation does not take the place of required departmental orientations for graduate students. The New Maverick Graduate Orientation supplements those programs to support your success.

Maverick Orientation

Parents and Guests

UTA recognizes that parents play a vital role in their student’s success. The New Maverick Orientation Parent/Guest Program is designed to acquaint you with the University and all it has to offer.
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