NSO Confirmation Information (2024)

Congratulations! You've been admitted to Texas State University.

We have reserved a place for you at New Student Orientation (NSO) and this webpage will let you know what you can expect to do and learn there. Let us know if you have any questions.

• Contact NSO

While you're at NSO, we'll connect you to some of the great people, places, and resources on campus. NSO is the first of several special programs at Texas State to help you familiarize yourself with the university and become a Bobcat, ensuring you'll have the support you need to be successful both in and out of the classroom.

At Texas State, we're prepared to make your time here the best of your life. We hope you are, too!

New Student Orientation Team

State or federally issued photo ID

Final high school and/or community college transcripts

Light jacket or sweater

Refillable water bottle

Phone charger

Pillow and bedding (twin XL)

Towel and toiletries (including hand soap)

Shower shoes or flip-flops

Before you come to campus:

Prepare for any required testing and testing fees, or submit TSI Assessment scores (if applicable).
txst.edu/tsi/start-here

Submit proof of bacterial meningitis immunization.
admissions.txst.edu/meningitis

Submit your housing contract (or exemption request) for fall.
reslife.txst.edu/get-started

TXST Admissions Status Portal

DO I HAVE TO COMPLETE NSO?

Everyone who is admitted to Texas State, or readmitted after a time away from Texas State, is required to complete New Student Orientation (NSO).

WHY IS NSO REQUIRED?

Research indicates students who complete orientation have higher rates of success in college than those who don't. NSO provides vital information you need to start off right at Texas State. You'll learn about campus resources and traditions, meet new and current students, and have fun, too!

WILL I BE ADVISED DURING NSO?

Academic advising and registration will occur separately from NSO. You will receive an email from First-Year Advising with details about how to complete your advising process, once you are advising and enrollment ready.

ARE FAMILY AND GUESTS REQUIRED TO ATTEND?

NSO is not a requirement for family and guests. However, we highly encourage them to attend. We have programming that is specific to family and guests.

WHERE DO I PARK?

Parking is available on campus for all students and their guests while attending NSO, but all vehicles on campus must be registered with Parking Services for a parking permit. Instructions for registering your vehicle for a temporary parking permit are included in a confirmation email sent to you at the email address provided on your application for admission shortly before your session.

WHAT IF I HAVE MORE QUESTIONS?

We're happy to answer them! Visit our Help Page to find the best ways to contact us. Our office hours are weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Central).

BRINGING FAMILY OR GUESTS

We offer optional programming for families and guests as a part of NSO, but they must be signed up to participate. Be sure to sign them up ahead of time!

FAMILY ACCOMMODATIONS

Your family is welcome to sample campus life by staying overnight in a designated Texas State residence hall. Accommodations are limited to the night of your NSO session.

Overnight accommodations are not included in the NSO guest fee, but can be reserved through the Department of Housing and Residential Life for an additional charge per guest.

SAN JACINTO HALL
217 W. Woods Street
San Marcos, Texas 78666

Limited family accommodations will be available in San Jacinto Hall, a suite-style residence hall. If you have questions, please contact the Department of Housing and Residential Life.

Family and Guest Housing

FAMILY CHECK-IN

Check-in for families and guests staying on campus overnight will start at 4 p.m. on Day 1 of your NSO session in San Jacinto Hall.

WHAT FAMILIES NEED TO BRING TO STAY ON CAMPUS

Each family member staying overnight on campus should bring:

• set of sheets (twin XL)
• blanket
• pillow
• shower shoes or flip-flops
• bath towel
• toiletries

FAMILY AND GUEST CHECKOUT

Checkout will be from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. on Day 2 of your NSO session.

• Office of Disability Services

TEXAS SUCCESS INITIATIVE (TSI) PROGRAM

The state-legislated Texas Success Initiative Program seeks to improve student success in college-level course work by assessing incoming students' math, reading, and writing proficiency. The program provides guidance for developmental course work to those needing to strengthen basic academic skills.

Some students may be exempt from assessment testing based on SAT, ACT, or STAAR scores. Students who are not exempt will need to complete one or more sections of the TSI Assessment 2.0 (TSIA2). The TSIA2 is offered at testing centers located on community college and university campuses across the state. Failure to satisfy TSI requirements may affect a student's class registration process.

Get Started with TSI

Prior to taking the TSIA2, you will take a pre-assessment activity (PAA). Instructions to complete the PAA will be provided by the testing center. This online activity is designed to help students understand the importance and purpose of the assessment, developmental course options, and institutional resources.

Students whose TSIA2 scores do not meet the minimum requirements for exemption may:

• Retake the TSIA2 and attempt to meet the minimum required score(s).
• Register for and successfully pass the appropriate developmental courses. Developmental courses are designed to prepare students academically for college-level course work and do not count toward a degree plan.

512.245.3655
nsfe.txst.edu/new-student-orientation

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512.245.7223
firstyear.txst.edu

512.245.2276
txst.edu/temc

512.245.3451
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