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TEXAS A&M AGGIES!

WELCOME TO TEXAS A&M!

  • Welcome to Texas A&M University!

    Student Life's New Student and Family Programs is here to support your success as a new student, from admission through your first year at Texas A&M University - College Station. The New Student Conference (NSC) is a mandatory orientation program required of all new undergraduate students. New students must attend a New Student Conference in order to register for classes.

    To accept your offer of admission from Texas A&M, you must register for an NSC.

What happens at the NSC

New Student Conferences at Texas A&M - College Station are designed to help incoming students and their families transition smoothly into the university community. These conferences provide a comprehensive introduction to the mission and expectations of Texas A&M while also outlining the responsibilities of all students.
Students and families will experience different orientation programming at points during the schedule. Student sessions will focus on resources that will make the transition to Aggieland as effortless as possible. Family sessions will focus on how families and supporters can best assist their student through the transition to Texas A&M.
Attendees receive valuable information about support services, academic policies, and campus resources. NSCs also emphasize the importance of building relationships, understanding financial commitments, and promoting personal safety and security. Through the NSC, students and their families gain a foundational understanding of campus life, traditions, and the opportunities available for academic and co-curricular engagement.

NSC Format

This summer, we’re offering both 1-day and 2-day New Student Conferences to give students and families more flexibility in choosing the format that works best for them. The 2-day conference is our primary option and has the most availability; most students will attend a 2-day conference.

A limited number of 1-day conferences are also available. No matter which format you choose, both provide the same benefits: meals, program materials, parking, a t-shirt, family/guest registration, and full access to orientation programming, advising, and course registration.

You can review the list of 1-day and 2-day conference dates on our website to see which academic colleges participate in each format. For the most current availability, check your Applicant Information System (AIS) portal—your AIS account will display only the conference dates available for your academic college.

 

Before You Arrive

  • All Texas A&M University - College Station New Student Conferences occur in person on the College Station campus.

  • Review the NSC Checklist to ensure you have completed all pre-requirements before attending your NSC.

  • Set up your DUO and Texas A&M Gmail accounts to receive critical information from the university.

  • The weather in Texas can be unpredictable at times. Make sure to check the weather and dress accordingly. We recommend wearing loose, light clothing and bringing a jacket for the colder rooms.

Quicklinks

  • Sample Schedule

    The sample schedule has a general outline of the sessions and activities that will happen during your NSC.

  • Pre-NSC Checklist

    Use the pre-NSC checklist to make sure you are prepared for your NSC.

  • New Aggie Series

    Join our webinars to find more information about preparing for your New Student Conference.

  • FAQ's

    General information about the NSC

  • Dates & Registration

    Freshman and Transfer NSC dates

  • NSC Emails

    Review the pre-NSC communications for important information about New Student Conferences.

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College Station, TX 77843-1257

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New Student and Family Programs is here to support your success as a new student, from the time of admission through your first year at Texas A&M. We also strive to be a partner to family members, by serving as a one-stop resource for Aggie Parents and Families.


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