Navigating Your New Student Conference at Texas A&M University
Embarking on your academic journey at Texas A&M University is an exciting step, and the New Student Conference (NSC) is designed to ensure a smooth transition. These conferences provide essential information, advising, and registration opportunities. This article outlines everything you need to know about the NSC, including schedules, requirements, and frequently asked questions.
What is a New Student Conference?
New Student Conferences are held for newly admitted freshmen and transfer students. Texas A&M University is committed to the orientation and academic transition of each new student. A new student will receive academic advisement, an opportunity to learn and sign up for different university services, and register for classes at their New Student Conference.
Conference Formats and Schedules
Students admitted as a Transfer student to Texas A&M University at Galveston have the option of attending a one-day Transfer NSC or the two-day Freshman NSC. Below, all conference dates are listed by format: 2-day conferences first, followed by 1-day conferences. Each section includes both freshman and transfer dates. Please focus only on the dates that match your student type.
June/July Conferences: New Student Conferences held in June/July of 2026 will be held in our Aggie Special Events Center (Building 3035) with check in beginning at 2pm on day 1 of the conference. Check in for our June/July New Student Conferences will be from 2-4pm on Day 1 of NSC with each June/July conference concluding around 3pm on Day 2.
2-Day Conferences: Students must attend both days in their entirety. Day 1 typically begins at mid-morning and ends late afternoon (unless otherwise communicated by your academic college) and ends in the early afternoon.
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1-Day Conferences: Students must attend the full day. Both the 1-day and 2-day New Student Conferences offer the same experience, providing full access to a meal, orientation programming, advising, and course registration.
Mandatory Attendance
Yes. All new undergraduate students are required to attend a New Student Conference in order to complete enrollment at Texas A&M University (not required for Graduate, Post-Baccalaureate, Re-Admits, or change of curriculum students from Texas A&M College Station). Failing to attend a conference will prohibit you from registering for classes and attending Texas A&M University. Those who do not attend a New Student Conference forfeit their admission to TAMUG and must reapply for a future term.
Registration and Fees
Registration for your conference costs $225 (non-refundable) for freshmen and $153 (non-refundable) for transfer students.
Special Programs
Vet Camp: In addition to the Military Student Session of the New Student Conference, incoming Aggie Veterans (including all current service members and veterans) must attend Vet Camp. This dedicated, Aggie Veteran-only experience is designed to help with the unique transitional needs of Aggie Veterans. These students will receive additional communication about Vet Camp from the Veteran Resource and Support Center.
Conference Check-in
Students and guests must check in to the conference. Everyone will receive orientation materials during check-in. This opening session is your formal welcome to the Aggie Family!
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Key Sessions and Activities
Aggie One Stop: Aggie One Stop will cover everything you need to know about how to read your bill and make payments.
Traditions Session: During this session, students and family members will be introduced to the traditions that make Texas A&M such a unique institution.
Family Transition Session: Families will participate in a session focused on family transition and supporting students through transition.
Academic Advising and Course Registration
Galveston Majors: Students have an opportunity to meet with an academic advisor and receive priority registration prior to their NSC! Advisors from Center for Academic Learning Support (CALS) will reach out to all students registered for a NSC with the steps needed in order to meet with an advisor.
ENGE Students: Students will be meeting with academic advisors and registering for classes on Day 2 of their NSC.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do Post-Baccalaureate/Re-Admit/Change of Curriculum students from TAMUG need to attend a New Student Conference?
No. The New Student Conference is only mandatory for new undergraduate students and is not required for Graduate, Post-Baccalaureate, Re-Admits, or Change of Curriculum students from Texas A&M College Station. However you are welcome to do so, please contact us so we can register you.
As a student, can I register for a conference online and pay later?
Some students will be eligible for an NSC fee deferral if they utilized an application fee waiver. Unless you were able to use an application fee deferral, you are not able to reserve a space in a New Student Conference without payment. If you qualify for this option, it will appear automatically.
If I register for my New Student Conference, am I bound to attend Texas A&M University?
We interpret registration in a New Student Conference as a confirmation that you will be attending Texas A&M. If you decide not to attend after registering for a conference, please withdraw your application via the Howdy portal. Your conference fee is, however, non-refundable.
Can I change my conference date?
You are required to attend the conference date for which you are registered. Students are not allowed to participate in a conference they are not registered for in advance. Students will not be forced into conferences to accommodate changes in their personal schedule due to work conflicts or travel.
Changing Your Major: Admitted Freshman students may request a change of major via the Howdy Portal, through May 1, after which requests can only be made at the conference. Under the “Applicant” tab, select “Manage Applications.” Some colleges and majors have enrollment limits and will not accept a change of major once filled. Please be aware that a change of major is never guaranteed and majors can fill up prior to processing your request. A change of major may mean a change in your NSC date; therefore, verify that your new college is participating in the NSC in which you are currently registered. Transfer students are reviewed for and admitted to a specific major. Changes of major will not be considered for at least one full semester. Many departments and colleges have grade point and course requirements, that must be satisfied to be eligible for a change of major. Your course registration at your New Student Conference will be limited to the degree program to which you have been admitted. Note: As the deadline approaches for NSC registration, space in conferences will be limited.
Who do I contact with questions about AP scores?
For questions regarding scoring or how courses will apply to your degree plan, please contact your academic advisor. If you took an Advanced Placement test in May, scores will not be received by Texas A&M University until mid-July.
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