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Admission and New Student Orientation

Orientation FAQs

Yes, Freshman and Transfer students are required to pay an orientation fee of $75. 

All new students are required to participate in our in-person Hoggie Days: New Student Orientation. Orientation is designed to help you feel comfortable and confident on our campus when you start your classes. We believe that orientation is a vital part of transitioning into university life.

**Please keep in mind that all new students will be assessed the mandatory orientation fee regardless of participation.

After registering online for orientation, you will receive an email confirming your registration.  You may email us at orientation@tamuk.edu for more information.

You can register for orientation by logging into Blue & Gold using your Student ID (for example, KUABC123). Please note that the online option is ONLY AVAILABLE for Transfer students.

You may inquire with the book store about purchasing your books in advance or ordering them online at https://javelinastore.bibliucampus.com/home. 

While attending Hoggie Days, you will meet face-to-face with your assigned Academic Advisor.  You may view your assigned Academic Advisor at our Academic Advising page.

You can pick up your Javelina Express card in person at Hoggie Days.

You will be able to purchase your parking permit online in August. For additional information, you may contact the Cashier's office at (361) 593-2616, UPD at (361) 593-2611 or visit http://www.tamuk.edu/upd/parking.html.

Your online orientation session will have presentations on Financial Aid and the Business Office. If you still have questions you can contact them at financial.aid@tamuk.edu or at 361-593-5372, moneyconnect@tamuk.edu, or 361-593-2616.