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Don't forget to sign up for The Experience

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The Experience is a program for admitted students and their families. Join us for our virtual session to learn more about opportunities at UT Dallas and to meet students, faculty, and staff.

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The Experience is a program for admitted high school and community college students and their families held each spring semester. This program allows admitted students to learn more about the university.

The Experience is a great opportunity to:

Meet African-American and Hispanic students, faculty, and staff.

Get an insider's view of UT Dallas labs, classes, and academic facilities.

Learn more about academic and student support on campus.

Explore student organization and Greek Life opportunities.

Each session will include a student and parent panel. Bring your questions to ask our UTD experts.

For more information about additional next steps to take after you have been admitted to the university, visit the Office of Admission and Enrollment website.
Join us for one of The Experience at UT Dallas virtual sessions below:
Thursday, February 18, 2021
5 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Saturday, March 13, 2021
10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Register online and tell us which session you plan to attend.

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The Experience is a program for admitted high school and community college students and their families held each spring semester. This program allows admitted students to learn more about the university. The Experience is a great opportunity to: Meet African-American and Hispanic students, faculty, and staff.

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An important next step is to register for New Student Orientation. Pro-tip: The earlier sessions give you the best chance to build a schedule you'll love.

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Freshman Orientation

Student Transition Programs strives to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all students, families, and guests as we provide the framework for students to learn and develop, regardless of race, religion, ethnic origin, disability, gender identity or sexual orientation. Our office respects the profound ways that our community members of various cultures, backgrounds, and identities enrich our university community.

Below are resources where you can learn more about diversity and inclusion on our campus, as well as assistance if you are struggling.

Freshman Orientation is an exciting first step to becoming part of the UT Dallas community. This two-day program gives an overview of opportunities and resources available to you on campus.

During Freshman Orientation you will have the chance to:

Meet other students and make new friends

Meet with academic advisors and discuss classes and majors

Complete course selections and registration

Learn about academic expectations

Learn about the University's services and resources

Familiarize yourself with the UT Dallas campus

Meet with administrators

Freshman Orientation Registration

The Freshman Orientation office is currently working remotely. If you have any questions please email us at [email protected] .

If you are a student starting classes in spring 2021, please email [email protected] to gain access the orientation modules in eLearning. See the below section titled Online Orientation Modules for more information on the orientation modules.
Students entering in fall 2021 must attend a Freshman Orientation and complete the eLearning modules. Freshman Orientation registration for students entering in fall 2021 will open in late February 2021. Freshman Orientation modules will be available for students entering in fall 2021 in May 2021.
To be eligible to register for classes you must complete the Freshman Pre-Orientation Online Module the Freshman Orientation Online in eLearning. The modules will cover important information about UT Dallas. If you recently accepted your offer of admission, it can take 7-10 days before you have access to eLearning. Follow these steps to access the modules:

1. Students entering in spring 2021, after you have accepted your offer of admission, please email Freshman Orientation to gain access to the modules. Students entering in fall 2021, the orientation modules will be accessible in your eLearning account in May 2021.

2. Log into the UT Dallas eLearning site with your NetID and password.

3. Under My Organizations select Freshman Orientation

4. Select the Freshman Pre-Orientation Online Module and follow the prompts, complete this assessment with a score of 100%. Select The Freshman Orientation Online Module review this orientation slideshow, and complete the ending assessment with a score of 100%. Spring 2021 students, if the modules are not in your eLearning account, please email Freshman Orientation.

5. Contact Freshman Orientation to notify us that you have completed your eLearning modules and have your orientation hold lifted, once your hold is lifted you are able to contact your academic advisor and register for classes.
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Before Freshman Orientation, you MUST resolve any outstanding items on your To Do List or holds for residency, required vaccinations (including meningitis), or other required documents. For detailed information about remaining To Do Items or Holds on your account, check your Student Center by logging into the Galaxy Portal and following the links to Orion.

All incoming freshmen are required to take a math placement exam in order to enroll in any Mathematics course at UT Dallas. Please go to the Undergraduate Education Math Placement website for more information.

Students with majors in the School of Engineering and Computer Science, the School of Natural Science and Math, or the School of Arts, Technology, and Emerging Communication may need to or want to take Computer Science courses. Please read this information about Computer Science placement testing.

Any student enrolling in a Spanish, French, or German course at UT Dallas needs to visit the School of Arts and Humanities' Language Placement website for more information.

Texas Success Initiative (TSI)

If you have received an automated email regarding the Texas Success Initiative (TSI), there is a possibility you will need to comply with the State of Texas TSI mandate. TSI does not affect your admission to UT Dallas, but it can affect course placement and registration. If necessary, you will need to take the TSI Assessment. The test can be taken at UTD prior to your orientation once you graduate high school or the morning of the second day of your freshman orientation. An email will be sent one month prior to orientation with detailed information on how to register for testing. You can find more information about the Texas Success Initiative here.

Class Registration

You will be able to register for classes during Freshman Orientation. The more familiar you are with the courses being offered, the easier and smoother the advising and registration process. We recommend that you review the UT Dallas class schedule on the Course Lookup website before your scheduled orientation.

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UTD offers convenient on-campus housing. Don't forget to submit an application and make a deposit if you plan to live on campus. Check out the University Housing website for updates on the availability of housing for fall.

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Housing Agreement Changes

View changes to the 2020-2021 University Housing Terms and Conditions.
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Spring 2021 Non-First Year Housing Availability

View the current housing availability for spring 2021 non-first year students.
Availability

First-Year Housing

First-year students are students who graduate high school in May or June prior to their first fall semester at UT Dallas. First-year students who choose to live on campus will be assigned to live in University Commons.

Incoming first-year students also have the opportunity to participate in our Living Learning Communities (LLC). Participation in LLCs is limited, and communities are filled on a first-come, first-served basis.

Gender Inclusive Housing

The Department of Housing and Residential Life at the University of Texas at Dallas welcomes students of all gender identities and expressions and is committed to providing an equitable and inclusive community for all residents.

Please contact Residential Life to learn about all available housing options. It is our goal to provide an affirming and non-discriminatory housing educational experience. Learn more "

Family Housing

Please inquire with University Housing for available family housing options. There are limited facilities within University Housing that are available for UT Dallas students with spouses and children.

These spaces are offered on a first-come, first-served basis. We cannot guarantee family housing options will be available. All persons residing in a family housing unit are required to sign a full apartment housing agreement. Canyon Creek Heights and University Commons are single bedroom housing options for UT Dallas students and are not available as family housing.

Summer Guest Housing

Residential Camps & Conference Services offers housing to summer camps, conferences, corporate interns, and non-UTD student summer researchers.

Off-Campus Housing

The Dallas Off-Campus Housing database is provided as a service to The University of Texas at Dallas community and for informational purposes only.

By providing this link, UT Dallas does not guarantee the quality, performance, completeness or accuracy of the information provided in the database or by the database's host, Off Campus Partners, LLC. Similarly, UT Dallas does not expressly or implicitly endorse, approve or warrant any of the information in this database or properties whose information is available in this database, or any of the business practices of these properties or Off Campus Partners, LLC. In addition, UT Dallas expressly disclaims any and all responsibility for any claims that may arise with regard to any user's use of this database and any properties, business practices, information or other matters referenced therein. UT Dallas is also not responsible for any disputes arising between or among a user, Off Campus Partners, LLC, and any participating properties as the result of user's use of this database. Users should exercise their own respective good judgment when evaluating the information contained in the database, including any properties listed.

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Housing Agreement Changes View changes to the 2020-2021 University Housing Terms and Conditions. Read More Spring 2021 Non-First Year Housing Availability View the current housing availability for spring 2021 non-first year students. Availability First-year students are students who graduate high school in May or June prior to their first fall semester at UT Dallas.

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First in your family to go to college? Check this out.

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First in your family to go to college? Check this out.

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The First Generation Student Programs are here to celebrate this big milestone and to help you maximize your success at UTD.

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The UT Dallas Multicultural Center is a great place to connect to when you become a Comet. The Center has tons of fun and educational programs for students. Take some time to learn more.

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Check out the Living Learning Communities

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What are Living Learning Communities (aka LLC)? UTD's Director of LLC share more about this great part of our University Housing experience.

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Abigail shares some details about her experience living in an LLC on campus.

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The Center is a campus resource that celebrates diversity and works to support women, gender equity and the LGBT+ communities, focusing on education, advocacy and programs. Learn more about the ways that the GGC can provide support during your time at UT Dallas.

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The UTD Graduation Help Desk is a great resource for students from the Office of Undergraduate Education. Check out how they can connect you to all kinds of campus resources.

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Check out the Undergraduate Success Scholars for incoming first year students.

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Students with an Academic Excellence Scholarship will be invited to join the Cultural Scholars Program. It is a great way to connect with other first-year students.

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Learn more about the Freshman Mentor Program

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In the Freshman Mentor Program, incoming freshman are provided a personal mentor that will meet with them regularly during their first two semesters at UT Dallas. Learn more about how to get paired up with a mentor.

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The Office of Undergraduate Education

The mission of the Freshman Mentor Program is to increase academic engagement, involvement in the campus community, and Comet spirit while assisting freshmen with the transition to college life. In the Freshman Mentor Program, incoming freshman are provided a personal mentor that will meet with them regularly during their first two semesters at UT Dallas. The mentors in the program are successful undergraduates prepared to engage freshmen in campus activities and refer them to resources that can help them achieve their academic and personal goals. Freshman students who participate in the program benefit heavily from having a personal connection with someone on campus who can provide extra academic and social guidance. Our statistical analysis reveals that this connection positively impacts academic achievement with Freshmen who receive a mentor during their first semester at UT Dallas. The Freshman Mentor Program Coordination Team works with a select group of engaged freshman and mentor leaders on the creation of program events and opportunities for all participants.

"Meeting other scholars as a freshman provided immediate opportunities to network and learn more about UT Dallas and what organizations I might be interested in joining on campus."
- Past Freshman Participant, Class of 2016

"As both a mentee and mentor, I have learned many important qualities from the mentorship program. My mentor has been a strong factor in my transition from high school to college, and I was the same for my mentee."
- Past Freshman Participant, Class of 2016

"My college experience was positively impacted by having a mentor I could confide in and ask for help my freshman year, and by being able to guide and offer support to a freshman my sophomore year."
- Past Participant, Class of 2018

Requesting a Freshman Mentor

Mentee applications for the 2020-2021 academic year are now open! Click here to begin the application to become a mentee in the Freshman Mentor Program

Request a Mentor Form.

The deadline is subject to change, and mentor requests will be fulfilled according to mentor availability. If you are assigned a mentor, you will be contacted via email.

Becoming a Freshman Mentor

Successful and engaged UT Dallas undergraduates are encouraged to apply for the opportunity to mentor an incoming freshman. Being a mentor provides valuable experience for students who seek to develop their communication and leadership skills.

Apply to Become a Freshman Mentor

Mentors must possess a cumulative GPA above a 3.0.

New mentor applicants must supply two personal references and participate in a phone interview.

Students selected to serve as mentors for the 2020-21 academic year must complete a series of online training modules by August 30, 2020.

Mentors must attend an in-person orientation session in August 2020, during the week prior to the start of the fall 2020 semester.

Program staff will enroll all mentors selected for the program in the UNIV 2074/3074/4073 (University Engagement and Applied Leadership) course for the fall 2020 semester and in a follow-up course for the spring 2021 semester UNIV 2075/3075/4075. These courses are both zero credit hour classes, allowing program participation to be reflected on the academic transcript.

Program participation requires attendance of monthly small group sessions (six sessions per academic year). Participating mentors may sign up for these sessions based on the availability of their schedule.

Contact Us

For any questions, please contact us via email at freshmanmentor@utdallas.edu.

Rebecca Benfield
rebecca.benfield@utdallas.edu
Program Specialist

Hilary Roush Freeman
hilary.freeman@utdallas.edu
Program Specialist

Hillary Campbell
hillary.campbell@utdallas.edu
Director

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The Office of Undergraduate Education The mission of the Freshman Mentor Program is to increase academic engagement, involvement in the campus community, and Comet spirit while assisting freshmen with the transition to college life. In the Freshman Mentor Program, incoming freshman are provided a personal mentor that will meet with them regularly during their first two semesters at UT Dallas.