The NSC is a collaborative effort between campus departments to prepare you for course registration and to be a student at Texas A&M. Below is a sample schedule of the NSC. Times and locations are subject to change. Make sure that you are checking your Texas A&M Gmail for any updates.
Both days of the NSC are required and mandatory in order to register for classes at Texas A&M. Day 1 will start at 8:30 a.m. and end around 5 p.m. Day 2 will start at 8:30 a.m. unless the college/school communicates differently with the student's academic college and ends around 5 p.m. Please refer to the Sample Schedule below for a detailed overview of the NSC.
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. More information about services for military-affiliated students can be found at newaggie.tamu.edu/veteran.
Freshman Day 1 Student Schedule
Session |
Location |
Time |
Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student and Family NSC Check-In | Memorial Student Center, Bethancourt Ballroom | 8:15 - 9:15 a.m. | Students and guests must check in to the conference. Everyone will receive orientation materials during check-in. Doors will close at 9:15 a.m. |
| Welcome to Aggieland | Rudder Auditorium | 9:30 - 10 a.m. | This opening session is your formal welcome to the Aggie Family! You'll receive an overview of the NSC, learn valuable information about your opportunities and responsibilities as a new Aggie, and hear about the Aggie experience. |
| Understanding Your Student Bill and Payment Options | Rudder Auditorium | 10 - 10:20 a.m. | Aggie One Stop will cover everything you need to know about how to read your bill and make payments. The session will include information about how to estimate tuition and fee costs, what to expect on your university bill, how to use the Bill Payment Suite, available payment options, key deadlines and tuition insurance. |
| Traditions and Yell Practice | Rudder Auditorium | 10:20 - 10:40 a.m. | During this session, students and family members will be introduced to the traditions that make Texas A&M such a unique institution. This session will conclude with a Yell Practice led by the Texas A&M Yell Leaders. |
| Living in Aggieland | Various Locations | 10:55 - 11:40 a.m. | Students will be split into three groups based on fall living arrangements.
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| Lunch with Orientation Leaders | On-Campus Dining Hall | 11:40 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. | Lunch will be provided at an on-campus location. |
| Come-and-Go Resource Tables | Memorial Student Center Hallway | 12:30 - 1:45 p.m. | Various offices from the university community are represented. Gather info and ask questions at your leisure. |
| Breakout Session 1 | Various Locations | 1:25 - 1:50 p.m. | See your nametag for your Breakout Session name and location. If you did not preregister, scan the QR code on your student nametag or visit getinvolved.tamu.edu to find an available Breakout Session. |
| Breakout Session 2 | Various Locations | 2 - 2:25 p.m. | See your nametag for your Breakout Session name and location. If you did not preregister, scan the QR code on your student nametag or visit getinvolved.tamu.edu to find an available Breakout Session. |
| Student Experience Panel | Rudder Theatre | 2:40 - 3:40 p.m. | Students will join the Aggie Orientation Leaders to learn about their transition to Texas A&M and important resources and services, including dining on campus, the Academic Success Center, and Code Maroon. |
| Academic Affairs Overview | Rudder Auditorium | 3:45 - 4:05 p.m. | Students and guests will hear from Academic Affairs, get a recap of the information shared on Day 1, and learn more about what they can expect and how they can prepare for Day 2. |
Optional Sessions
More Information Coming Soon
Residence Life will offer tours on Day 1 of the NSC at the Northside and Southside dorms.
Rudder Auditorium
The Scholarships & Financial Aid office will provide information about grants, loans, scholarships, and military education benefits at Texas A&M University. The session will address frequently asked questions, as well as how students can monitor and maintain their financial aid eligibility throughout their time here. This session should give a new student a general overview of financial aid and how to navigate and use the Financial Aid Portal while at Texas A&M.
More Information Coming Soon
Residence Life will offer tours on Day 1 of the NSC at the Northside, Southside dorms, and the White Creek Apartments.
Tour the facilities: NSC participants can do self-guided tours at the three main RecSports facilities: Student Rec Center, the Southside Rec Center, and the Polo Road Garage. Participants must wear their NSC nametag and check in at the Member Services Desk before entering the turnstiles. Please review the campus map for locations and note the hours of operation for each of the facilities.
Work out: NSC participants are welcome to utilize ReSports facilities to work out on NSC days. Participants will need to present their NSC badge at the front desk before entering. Siblings under 18 years-of- age must be with a parent or guardian. Individuals under 14 years of age are not allowed in the weight rooms.
Transfer Day 1 Student Schedule
Session |
Location |
Time |
Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student and Family NSC Check-In | Memorial Student Center, Bethancourt Ballroom | 8:15 - 9:15 a.m. | Students and guests must check in to the conference. Everyone will receive orientation materials during check-in. Doors will close at 9:15 a.m. |
| Welcome to Aggieland | Rudder Auditorium | 9:30 - 10 a.m. | This opening session is your formal welcome to the Aggie Family! You'll receive an overview of the NSC, learn valuable information about your opportunities and responsibilities as a new Aggie, and hear about the Aggie experience. |
| Understanding Your Student Bill and Payment Options | Rudder Auditorium | 10 - 10:20 a.m. | Aggie One Stop will cover everything you need to know about how to read your bill and make payments. The session will include information about how to estimate tuition and fee costs, what to expect on your university bill, how to use the Bill Payment Suite, available payment options, key deadlines and tuition insurance. |
| Traditions and Yell Practice | Rudder Auditorium | 10:20 - 10:40 a.m. | During this session, students and family members will be introduced to the traditions that make Texas A&M such a unique institution. This session will conclude with a Yell Practice led by the Texas A&M Yell Leaders. |
| Transfer Student Program | Rudder Theatre | 10:55 - 11:40 a.m. | Transfer students will learn more about the resources, services, and opportunities provided by the Office for Student Success through the Transfer Student Program. |
| Lunch with Orientation Leaders | On-Campus Dining Hall | 11:40 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. | Lunch will be provided at an on-campus location. |
| Come-and-Go Resource Tables | Memorial Student Center Hallway | 12:30 - 1:45 p.m. | Various offices from the university community are represented. Gather info and ask questions at your leisure. |
| Breakout Session 1 | Various Locations | 1:25 - 1:50 p.m. | See your nametag for your Breakout Session name and location. If you did not preregister, scan the QR code on your student nametag or visit getinvolved.tamu.edu to find an available Breakout Session. |
| Breakout Session 2 | Various Locations | 2 - 2:25 p.m. | See your nametag for your Breakout Session name and location. If you did not preregister, scan the QR code on your student nametag or visit getinvolved.tamu.edu to find an available Breakout Session. |
| Student Experience Panel | Rudder Theatre | 2:40 - 3:40 p.m. | Students will join the Aggie Orientation Leaders to learn about their transition to Texas A&M and important resources and services, including dining on campus, the Academic Success Center, and Code Maroon. |
| Academic Affairs Overview | Rudder Auditorium | 3:45 - 4:05 p.m. | Students and guests will hear from Academic Affairs, get a recap of the information shared on Day 1, and learn more about what they can expect and how they can prepare for Day 2. |
Optional Sessions
More Information Coming Soon
Residence Life will offer tours on Day 1 of the NSC at the Northside and Southside dorms.
Rudder Auditorium
The Scholarships & Financial Aid office will provide information about grants, loans, scholarships, and military education benefits at Texas A&M University. The session will address frequently asked questions, as well as how students can monitor and maintain their financial aid eligibility throughout their time here. This session should give a new student a general overview of financial aid and how to navigate and use the Financial Aid Portal while at Texas A&M.
More Information Coming Soon
Residence Life will offer tours on Day 1 of the NSC at the Northside, Southside dorms, and the White Creek Apartments.
Tour the facilities: NSC participants can do self-guided tours at the three main RecSports facilities: Student Rec Center, the Southside Rec Center, and the Polo Road Garage. Participants must wear their NSC nametag and check in at the Member Services Desk before entering the turnstiles. Please review the campus map for locations and note the hours of operation for each of the facilities.
Work out: NSC participants are welcome to utilize ReSports facilities to work out on NSC days. Participants will need to present their NSC badge at the front desk before entering. Siblings under 18 years-of- age must be with a parent or guardian. Individuals under 14 years of age are not allowed in the weight rooms.
Family/Guest Day 1 Schedule
Session |
Location |
Time |
Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student and Family NSC Check-In | Memorial Student Center, Bethancourt Ballroom | 8:15 - 9:15 a.m. | Students and guests must check in to the conference. Everyone will receive orientation materials during check-in. Doors will close at 9:15 a.m. |
| Welcome to Aggieland | Rudder Auditorium | 9:30 - 10 a.m. | This opening session is your formal welcome to the Aggie Family! You'll receive an overview of the NSC, learn valuable information about your opportunities and responsibilities as a new Aggie, and hear about the Aggie experience. |
| Understanding Your Student Bill and Payment Options | Rudder Auditorium | 10 - 10:20 a.m. | Aggie One Stop will cover everything you need to know about how to read your bill and make payments. The session will include information about how to estimate tuition and fee costs, what to expect on your university bill, how to use the Bill Payment Suite, available payment options, key deadlines and tuition insurance. |
| Traditions and Yell Practice | Rudder Auditorium | 10:20 - 10:40 a.m. | During this session, students and family members will be introduced to the traditions that make Texas A&M such a unique institution. This session will conclude with a Yell Practice led by the Texas A&M Yell Leaders. |
| Supporting Your Aggie's Transition | Rudder Auditorium | 10:55 - 11:40 a.m. | Student Life is dedicated to Supporting [YOU] as your student embarks on their journey at Texas A&M. This session will introduce the wide range of resources available to Aggies and their families, discuss common transition challenges students may encounter, and provide details on the support systems in place to help them succeed. |
| Lunch with Orientation Leaders | On-Campus Dining Hall | 11:40 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. | Lunch will be provided at an on-campus location. |
| Come-and-Go Resource Tables | Memorial Student Center Hallway | 12:30 - 1:45 p.m. | Various offices from the university community are represented. Gather info and ask questions at your leisure. |
| Breakout Session 1 | Various Locations | 1:25 - 1:50 p.m. | See your nametag for your Breakout Session name and location. If you did not preregister, scan the QR code on your student nametag or visit getinvolved.tamu.edu to find an available Breakout Session. |
| Breakout Session 2 | Various Locations | 2 - 2:25 p.m. | See your nametag for your Breakout Session name and location. If you did not preregister, scan the QR code on your student nametag or visit getinvolved.tamu.edu to find an available Breakout Session. |
| A Family's Guide to a Safe Aggieland | Rudder Auditorium | 2:40 - 3:40 p.m. | We understand that the safety and security of your Aggie is a top priority. In this session, Student Life will provide an overview of the campus resources dedicated to ensuring your Aggie's safety. We'll also provide valuable information for family members about the support services and emergency response teams that support students in Aggieland. Additionally, we'll cover important topics such as family access to student information and the importance of keeping your student's emergency contact information up-to-date. |
| Academic Affairs Overview | Rudder Auditorium | 3:45 - 4:05 p.m. | Students and guests will hear from Academic Affairs, get a recap of the information shared on Day 1, and learn more about what they can expect and how they can prepare for Day 2. |
Optional Sessions
More Information Coming Soon
Residence Life will offer tours on Day 1 of the NSC at the Northside and Southside dorms.
Rudder Auditorium
The Scholarships & Financial Aid office will provide information about grants, loans, scholarships, and military education benefits at Texas A&M University. The session will address frequently asked questions, as well as how students can monitor and maintain their financial aid eligibility throughout their time here. This session should give a new student a general overview of financial aid and how to navigate and use the Financial Aid Portal while at Texas A&M.
More Information Coming Soon
Residence Life will offer tours on Day 1 of the NSC at the Northside, Southside dorms, and the White Creek Apartments.
Tour the facilities: NSC participants can do self-guided tours at the three main RecSports facilities: Student Rec Center, the Southside Rec Center, and the Polo Road Garage. Participants must wear their NSC nametag and check in at the Member Services Desk before entering the turnstiles. Please review the campus map for locations and note the hours of operation for each of the facilities.
Work out: NSC participants are welcome to utilize ReSports facilities to work out on NSC days. Participants will need to present their NSC badge at the front desk before entering. Siblings under 18 years-of- age must be with a parent or guardian. Individuals under 14 years of age are not allowed in the weight rooms.