Hello and welcome to the new student orientation information page!  

Currently included on this page is information and dates pertaining to:

Summer I & II 2013 New Student Orientation   (RSVP today for Summer I!)  

All new undergraduate students are required to attend an orientation session before enrolling in classes.  A small number of academic programs and organizations, such as the Nursing Department or the Caribbean Students Organization, host their own "orientation" programs.  These "orientation" programs are under no circumstances a substitute for new student orientation so be sure to attend the appropriate event below on your assigned day.  Thank you.

(Please note: Distance learning students who do not live locally and will solely be taking distance education courses only should click here to go to the Distance Learning Orientation website.)

What is Orientation and why do I have to attend?
Orientation is the time when entering undergraduates visit Midwestern State University and learn all about programs, services and opportunities available.  Students meet with their faculty advisor and register for their upcoming classes and enjoy interacting with fellow peers and student leaders.  After attending orientation, students are well-prepared to enter college life and coursework at Midwestern State University.  Parents and family are welcome to attend orientation events.

Important Dates
If you have applied to Midwestern State University during the following terms and have not formally been accepted for admission by the following dates, please contact MSU Admissions at (940) 397-4334 or toll free at 1-800-842-1922.

Transfer Students
You may print out a copy of your Transfer Equivalency to bring with you to orientation by accessing the WebWorld information system.  This will greatly help your new academic advisor with respect to course scheduling and transfer credit received and will help expedite the orientation and registration process.  If you cannot access WebWorld prior to attending your orientation session, please bring a copy of your college transcript(s).  Thank you.

Verification of Bacterial Meningitis Vaccination
Effective January 1, 2012, the Texas legislature requires all students under the age of 30 who are entering an institution of higher education in Texas to either receive a vaccination against bacterial meningitis or meet certain criteria to decline the vaccination prior the first day of classes.  

New students attending Summer I 2013 must be immunized on or before May 24, 2013. New students enrolling in Summer II 2013 must be immunized on or before June 28, 2013.

Midwestern State University has contracted with Magnus Health to collect, review and securely store all student records pertaining to the meningitis vaccine.  Do not send your shot records to the University.

Please follow this weblink for more information, including verification instructions: http://healthcenter.mwsu.edu/meningitis. 

 Summer I 2013 Orientation  (RSVP today!)

Students entering Midwestern State University beginning Summer I 2013 are required to attend the the orientation session prior to the semester, in accordance with the summer schedule of classes.  In order to register for classes, students must attend on their assigned day.

Summer II 2013 Orientation  (RSVP in June)

Students entering Midwestern State University beginning Summer II 2013 are required to attend the the orientation session prior to the semester, in accordance with the summer schedule of classes.  In order to register for classes, students must attend on their assigned day.

RSVP for Summer 2013 Orientation!

IMPORTANT:  If you have a TSI status of "not taken" or "partially exempt" you will not be allowed register for classes until we have TSI test scores or proof of a full TSI exemption. Therefore, students must schedule a TSI test (Accuplacer, Asset, Compass, or THEA).  Accuplacer and THEA are given at MSU in the Testing Center. Additional information can be found at http://registrar.mwsu.edu/success.asp. TSI questions?  Call the TSI Coordinator in the MSU Registrar's Office at 940-397-4320.

Once you have been accepted for admission, you must RSVP for your orientation session.  
You will see an advisor and register during your orientation day!  

Thank you.

NOTE:  If you have questions regarding your orientation day, contact the Office of Student Development and Orientation at (940) 397-4500.

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