Pre-Orientation Checklist
Hoggie Days is a fun and informational event, and we want it to be efficient, effortless and beneficial for both students and parents so they can make the most of their Hoggie Days experience. In an effort to help parents and students to prepare for their Hoggie Days session, both together and individually, we have created pre-orientation student and parent checklists. Please click here for a printable version of the pre-orientation checklist.
Student Checklist
◊ Submit Final Transcripts/Admission Test Scores
Be sure to submit your final high school transcript complete with any advanced placement scores and college coursework (dual enrollment or college credits). Official admission test scores (ACT and/or SAT) should also be submitted prior to Hoggie Days, which can be sent through College Board using our school codes (SAT 6822, ACT 4212). Transcripts and scores can be sent to the TAMUK Office of Admission by mail, courier, in person or fax:
Mailing Address:
Office of Admission
Texas A&M University-Kingsville
MSC 128, 700 University BLVD
Kingsville, Texas 78363
Physical Address (Courier and In Person Deliveries):
Office of Admission
Texas A&M University-Kingsville
Room 140 College Hall
955 N. University BLVD
Kingsville, Texas 78363
Fax/Phone:
Fax (361) 593-5509
Office (361) 593-3907
◊ Obtain and Submit Bacterial Meningitis Vaccination Record
Effective January 1st, all new students are required to submit proof of bacterial meningitis vaccination. Students will not be permitted to register for classes during Hoggie Days or any other time unless valid documentation is on file. Learn more about the new law by visiting the Bacterial Meningitis Requirements page of this website. Valid vaccination records, affidavits or certificates should be sent to Student Health and Wellness by mail, in person or by fax as soon as possible:
Mailing Address:
Student Health and Wellness
Health Care Clinic
MSC 112, 700 University BLVD
Kingsville, Texas 78363
Physical Address (In Person):
Student Health and Wellness Building
1210 Retama
Kingsville, Texas
Fax/Phone:
Fax (361) 593-2006
Phone (361) 593-2904
◊ Sign Your Financial Responsibility Agreement Online (**NEW**)
Students are required to sign a new Financial Responsibility Agreement, which will automatically appear when a student logs on to their Blue and Gold account. Students will not be able to register for courses without first agreeing to the conditions of this agreement. Once signed, the agreement will no longer appear in the student’s account.
◊ Apply for and Submit On-Campus Housing Application
Although University Housing and Residence Life representatives will be available during each Hoggie Days session to answer questions and accept on-campus housing applications, students are encouraged to apply and submit their application and $150 security deposit prior to attending Hoggie Days because all Hoggie Days sessions take place after the May 1st housing application deadline. which ensures a student's priority residence hall and/or requested roommate will be considered. Residence halls fill up quickly, so applying by the May 1st deadline also ensures a student's priority residence hall and/or roommate request will be considered and that students will receive their housing assignment by the end of June.
For additional on-campus housing information or to apply, please visit the University Housing and Residence Life website.
◊ Apply for and Submit Online FAFSA Application
The Office of Student Financial Aid sets priority deadlines each semester for students to apply for aid, which is March 31st for the 2012-2013 academic year. Financial aid is available and offered on a first-come, first-served basis, so students who complete and submit the FAFSA online (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) application on or before the March 31st deadline are guaranteed to be considered first for aid and awards. Also, applying and submitting your FAFSA application before your Hoggie Days session will allow you to take care of any additional or last minute financial aid issues while you are on campus for orientaiton.
To learn more about how to apply for FAFSA and for other important information regarding financial aid, please visit the Office of Student Financial Aid website.
◊ Continuously Check Student Account Online
All student account information can be accessed online 24/7 through the Blue and Gold Connection. Through Blue and Gold, students are able to see whether or not the Office of Admission has all necessary documents on file (transcripts, test scores, etc); if any additional information or documents are required to finalize financial aid applications; whether they have been offered or awarded any aid and/or scholarships; if there are any necessary aid, loan or scholarship agreement forms that need to be accepted and signed online; and more. So students are encouraged to check their account information frequently leading up to their Hoggie Days session to ensure all of their applications and files are complete prior to attending Hoggie Days. All students need to log in to Blue and Gold is their student ID (Knumber) and pin (birth date in six digit format MMDDYY).
◊ Review Requirements and Information for Intended Major
All students will be advised during their Hoggie Days session and have the opportunity to register for their first semester of classes. To ensure a successfull and efficient advising session, students are encouraged to review the undergraduate catalog and the requirements for their intended major. Although academic advisors will help students make the best decisions for their degree plan, students should have a general idea of degree requirements and what courses they would like to take.
This page was last updated on: May 17, 2012