Orientation Booklet 2024

FIRST-YEAR STUDENT ORIENTATION 2024

CONGRATULATIONS! 

Congratulations on selecting Texas Woman’s University for your college experience! 

We are excited for you to join us as the newest member of our TWU family. 

We know you are eager to arrive, and we cannot wait to have you here on campus. In order to 

assist you with your transition to TWU, all first-year students are required to attend an Orientation 

session. Orientation is an opportunity to meet new classmates, learn about campus resources and 

understand our University’s spirit and traditions! 

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BECOMING A PIONEER 

Below is the New Student Checklist. Please read it thoroughly and complete it prior to orientation, 

particularly noting the TSI Assessment information on page 14. Completing these tasks in advance will 

help ensure a seamless transition to Texas Woman’s University. 

New Student Checklist 

Your Pioneer Portal 

Set up your Pioneer Portal account. This is the 

key to unlocking several information pages 

that are found only on TWU’s Intranet (portal). 

The TWU Pioneer Portal allows you to check 

email (portalusername@twu.edu), register for 

classes, pay for classes online and more. 

TWU Email Account 

Have you activated your TWU email account? 

TWU Google Mail is the official email system 

for Texas Woman’s University students. Start 

checking your TWU email now for important 

notifications and updates. All Orientation 

communication will be sent to your TWU email 

account. To activate your TWU email account, go 

to webmail.twu.edu. 

First-Year Orientation 

Register for First-Year Orientation. 

See pages 4-5. 

Parent and Family Orientation 

See page 6. 

Academic Advising 

Please submit official college placement 

test scores, high school transcripts, college 

transcripts (dual credit), and AP test scores 

prior to orientation. See page 10. 

Texas Success Initiative (TSI) Assessment 

Complete the TSI Assessment prior to your 

Orientation. See page 14. 

Immunization Requirement 

Submit immunization forms prior to your 


Housing & Dining 

Apply for University housing. See page 12. 

Commuter Student Information 

Information regarding commuting, parking 

and public transportation. See page 11. 

Final Transcripts 

Send your final transcripts prior to your 


Pioneer Camp and Maroon Madness 

Mark your calendars. See page 7. 

Honors Programs 

See page 8. 

Information About Academic Advising 

See page 10. 

Financial Aid & Scholarships 

Submit the FAFSA. See page 8. 

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WELCOME FROM 

THE VICE PRESIDENT 

FOR ENROLLMENT 

MANAGEMENT 

Congratulations on your admission to Texas Woman’s 

University! Welcome to the Pioneer family! Your 

acceptance to TWU is an opportunity to a new education 

and future. We have chosen you to join our engaging and 

diverse student body. 

To help make your transition to TWU as smooth as possible, TWU has an Orientation program planned 

just for you! The dates for our First-Year Orientations are: June 6-7, June 14-15, June 24-25, July 11-12, July 

25-26, August 2-3. Because we consider First-Year Orientation vital to student success, we have chosen to 

require the attendance of students who are transferring less than 12 hours (excluding dual credit) to TWU. 

Orientation provides a great opportunity to meet faculty and staff and register for fall classes. Registration 

for First-Year Orientation can be found online at twu.edu/orientation. 

Parents and families play an important role in promoting the personal development and academic success 

of their student during the college years. For this reason, TWU has designed a Parent and Family Orientation 

that takes place at the same time as your Orientation. Therefore, when you register for Orientation, please 

include your guests on your registration form. You can find information about the Parent and Family 

Orientation at twu.edu/orientation/parent-and-family-orientation. 

Please be aware that the State of Texas mandates that new students demonstrate college-readiness in the 

subject areas of reading, writing and mathematics via the TSIA2 Assessment prior to enrolling in college-level 

coursework. Course placement will be based on the results of the TSIA2 assessment. Some students may be 

exempt from the TSIA2 Assessment, visit page 14 to learn more about these exemptions. You can access your 

current TSIA2 status by logging into the Pioneer Portal portal.twu.edu/default.asp. Students needing to 

take the ASIA2 assessment may take it the day before on orientation. You will be contacted 

by the Office of Curriculum & Strategic Initiatives via TWU e-mail regarding testing requirements. 

Another step in becoming a Pioneer is to attend and participate in Pioneer Camp. This begins the week 

prior to classes ( August 20 - August 25, 2024 ) with all new students participating in a fun and informative 

introduction to opportunities here at TWU. This is a great time to establish new friendships, learn about 

campus life and become familiar with TWU and its traditions. You will receive more information about 

Pioneer Camp at Orientation this summer. 

I am pleased you have selected TWU. The TWU staff and I look forward to meeting and engaging with you. 

Please feel free to contact the New Student Programs at 940-898-3184 or email them at orientation@twu. 

edu if you have questions or need assistance. 

Sincerely, 

Javier Flores, Ed.D. 

Vice President for Enrollment Management 


FIRST-YEAR ORIENTATION 

All new first-year students transferring less than 12 hours (excluding dual credits) who have been accepted to 

the University for the fall 2024 semester are required to attend one of the sessions listed below. Each session 

will close once capacity is reached. 

During Orientation you will have the opportunity to meet your new classmates, connect with student 

leaders, tour campus, learn about University resources, receive academic advising and register for classes. 

You will leave Orientation understanding our University’s spirit and traditions as well as what to expect as 

you begin your college experience! 

Thursday, June 6 – Friday, June 7 

Friday, June 14 – Saturday, June 15 

Monday, June 24 – Tuesday, June 25 

Thursday, July 11 – Friday, July 12 

Thursday, July 25 – Friday, July 26 

Friday, August 2 – Saturday, August 3 

Orientation Length 

Orientation is a 2-day experience designed to help students 

and families become acclimated to the University. Students are 

required to stay overnight on campus. Students and families 

should plan to arrive no later than 7:30 a.m. on Day 1 of their 

scheduled Orientation session and depart around 3 p.m. on Day 

2 of their session. 

Orientation Fee 

The First-Year Orientation fee of $200 covers Orientation costs, 

which include t-shirt and giveaways at Pioneer Camp, Pioneer 

Camp events, Maroon Madness events and ongoing first-year 

programs throughout your first year. This fee is included in your 

bill when you register for classes. 

Orientation Highlights 

• Involvement and Success Sessions 

• Small Group Meetings 

• Academic Advising 

• Academic Calendar & Deadlines 

• Academic College Sessions 

• Campus Resources Fair 

• Course Registration 

• Major Exploration 

• Overnight Stay in Residence Hall 

• Student Organizations Fair 

• Tuition and Payment Information 

• Various Tours 

• Meals provided include: 

Day 1: lunch 

Day 2: breakfast, lunch 


FIRST-YEAR ORIENTATION 

What to Bring 

to Orientation 

• ACT, SAT, TAKS, Accuplacer, 

and TSIA2 scores. 

• Final high school transcripts 

with proof of graduation 

posted. Please note, only 

transcripts in original, 

sealed envelopes will be 

considered official.* 

• Any official college or 

university transcripts with 

coursework you wish to 

transfer to TWU.* 

• If you have not submitted 

your vaccination record, 

bring vaccination records 

that indicate you have 

received the bacterial 

meningitis vaccination. 

• Comfortable clothing and 

walking shoes to walk around. 

• A sweater, as some of the 

meeting rooms may be cool. 

• Be sure to check the weather 

forecast for the Denton area 

and plan to bring items to 

accommodate the weather 

during your stay (i.e. umbrella, 

poncho, rain boots, etc.). 

• For your overnight stay, bring 

pillows, towels, bedding for 

twin XL bed and overnight 

toiletries. 

*If you have already submitted 

your final transcripts, you do 

not need to submit another one. 

Students with 

Disabilities 

Students who intend to register 

with the Office of Disability 

Services for Students (DSS) 

under the terms of ADA/504 

or who wish to request 

accommodations during their 

Orientation session should check 

the appropriate boxes on their 

Orientation registration. Please 

contact DSS at least two weeks 

prior to your Orientation date at 

940-898-3835 or dss@twu.edu. 

Visit the DSS website at 

twu.edu/disability-services 

for more information. 

Student Orientation 

Housing 

Part of the student Orientation 

experience is staying in the 

residence halls. Students attending 

First-Year Orientation spend the 

night in Parliament Village. 

Transportation and 

Location 

Students driving to campus 

should refer to the map in the 

back of this booklet (page 17). 

A parking pass will be emailed to 

you prior to Orientation. The 

pass must be displayed on your 

dashboard for the duration of your 

Orientation. 

For students arriving to or 

departing from Dallas/Fort Worth 

International Airport or Dallas 

Love Field Airport, arrangements 

must be made to and from Denton. 

Are you a student parent? 

If so, email Josh Walton 

(jwalton4@twu.edu) to discuss 

accommodations for orientation. 


PARENT AND FAMILY ORIENTATION 

Texas Woman’s University recognizes the importance of support from a student’s family and friends during 

this time of transition and throughout your time here at TWU. We encourage you to register your parents 

and family to attend Parent and Family Orientation, which runs concurrently with your Orientation. 

A special Parent and Family Orientation is offered during each First-Year Orientation for students. This 

program is designed to help your parent and family get off to a strong start at TWU. Parent and Family 

Orientation includes a series of programs, information sessions, tours and activities to help acquaint them 

with the TWU faculty, staff, students and other parents and family members in attendance. 

Parent and Family 

Orientation Fee & Housing 

The Parent and Family Orientation Fee of $55 (per 

guest) covers Orientation costs, which include meals, 

Orientation parking and program materials. Guests 

wishing to stay overnight must arrange their own 

accommodations at a hotel located in the Denton 

area. Please refer to the “Preferred Hotels” link 

located at 

twu.edu/orientation/parent-and-family-orientation. 

Padres y Las Familias 

Que Hablan Español 

Para ayudar a nuestros padres y las familias que 

hablan español, ofrecemos traducción de español 

durante la mayoría de nuestras sesiones de 

orientación. 

Visite nuestro sitio web para obtener información 

sobre las sesiones y el horario del centro 

de llamadas. 

All cancellations must be requested in writing at least 

two weeks prior to the date of Orientation to receive 

a refund totaling the amount paid not including a $10 

administration charge. 

Family Weekend 

Students and their families are invited to 

attend Family Weekend October 4 - 6, 2023! 

Family Weekend will showcase all that TWU 

has to offer as well as connect families with 

campus resources. Choose to attend one day 

or the whole weekend! We look forward to 

hosting you on campus. 

Registration will be available in 

June at twu.edu/family-weekend. 

Students attend for free! 


PIONEER CAMP 

After attending Orientation, Pioneer 

Camp is the next step in your path to 

success at TWU. Pioneer Camp will 

take place August 21 - 25, 2024. We are 

planning to host Pioneer Camp in person 

this fall. We have exciting events and 

activities planned for you before 

classes start! 

You will have a chance to: 

• Attend the Pioneer Camp Kick-Off 

• Participate in First-Year Convocation 

• Engage with your fellow classmates at 

small group gatherings 

• Attend the annual Block Party 

• Join the Class of 2028 in the class 

service project 

• Attend the Silent Disco 

• Meet more members of the incoming 

Class of 2028 and much more! 

All first-year students are 

expected to attend each 

day of Pioneer Camp. 

MAROON MADNESS 

Maroon Madness is our official University 

Welcome Week! It takes place during the first 

week of classes, Monday, Monday, August 28 - 

Wednesday, September 6! A variety of events 

are planned and prizes will be given out 

throughout the week. 


Financial Aid 

Free Application for Federal 

Student Aid (FAFSA) 

Submit your FAFSA online at 

www.fafsa.gov to be considered 

for federal, state and institutional 

grants, workstudy and loans. 

TWU Pioneer Portal 

After submitting your FAFSA, 

access your TWU Pioneer 

Portal to: 

• Check your To Do list for 

outstanding documents needed 

to complete your file; 

• Accept and/or reject your 

pending financial aid awards; 

• Sign your financial aid award 

letter; and 

• Review your Satisfactory 

Academic Progress 

(SAP) status. 

Please visit twu.edu/finaid for 

more financial aid information. 

Honors Programs 

TWU has two honors programs 

available to incoming first-year 

students. The Honors Programs 

is a four-year program while the 

Touchstone Honors Program is a 

three-year program for students 

entering college with significant 

credit hours already. The 

programs both include cultural 

experiences, service opportunities, 

research experiences, and travel 

abroad programs and are open to 

students of all majors. All students 

accepted into the programs 

receive scholarship support. 

Please visit twu.edu/honors for 

more information. 

Scholarships 

Scholarship recipients are 

encouraged to carefully monitor 

their scholarship requirements 

throughout the academic year 

to ensure compliance (especially 

minimum enrollment and 

GPA requirements). 

Last-dollar scholarships, including 

the Zero Tuition Guarantee and 

Promises, are processed after 

Census Day (12th day of classes) 

each semester. Students should 

make payment arrangements to 

cover their balance until the award 

is posted. Any amount overpaid 

will be refunded after Census. 

To review your scholarship 

requirements, please look for your 

scholarship offer under the “ 

My Applications” tab in the 

Pioneer Scholarship System at 

twu.academicworks.com. 

Renewable scholarships will post 

automatically to student accounts 

after grades are audited in May if 

minimum requirements are met. 

All students may apply for new 

or additional scholarships in 

the following academic year by 

submitting an application through 

the Pioneer Scholarship System 

(twu.academicworks.com). 

Scholarship applications are open 

from July 1 to March 1 each year, 

and scholarships are awarded on a 

first-come first-served basis until 

funding is exhausted. 

For further information, please 

visit twu.edu/scholarships 


TRIO STUDENT 

SUPPORT SERVICES 

Student Support Services (SSS), 

funded by the U.S. Department 

of Education, is a TRiO program 

dedicated to increasing the 

retention and graduation rates for 

low income, first-generation, and/ 

or current undergraduate students 

with documented disabilities at 

Texas Woman’s University. 

Benefits 

• Personal Coaching from a 

TRiO staff member 

• Tutoring 

• Academic Advice and 

Assistance 

• Cultural Events 

• Academic Workshops 

• Career Services/counseling 

• Activities Designed to 

Foster Enrollment in 

Graduate Programs 

Eligibility 

• Be a United States citizen or 

Permanent Resident 

• Be enrolled or accepted for 

enrollment in the next 

academic term at Texas 

Woman’s University 

• Have a need for academic 

support, as determined by the 

program staff 

• Be a first-generation college 

student, or an individual with a 

disability 

**The Texas Woman’s University 

TRiO Student Support Services 

Classic and STEM-H Programs are 

funded from 2020-2025 entirely by 

the U.S. Department of Education 

in the amount of $261,888 annually. 

How to Apply 

To start the application 

process, visit our website at 

twu.edu/trio-sss. 

TRiO Student Support 

Services STEM-H 

Undergraduate 

majors accepted: 

• Biology 

• Biochemistry 

• Chemistry 

• Computer Science 

• Communications Sciences 

& Disorders 

• Dental Hygiene 

• Health Studies 

• Informatics 

• Kinesiology 

• Nursing 

• Nutrition and Food Sciences 

• Math 

TRiO Student Support 

Services Classic 

All undergraduate majors accepted 

@twu_sss 

PROMISE 

SUMMER 

BRIDGE 

Entering Promise students are 

eligible to participate in an 

innovative summer bridge 

program designed to ease 

transition to TWU and connect 

entering students with support 

services. Sessions are offered 

in-person and virtually 

throughout the summer and 

begin during orientation. If you 

signed a Promise Pledge at 

your high school, you are 

eligible to participate. 

For more information, please 

visit twu.edu/pioneer-center/ 

summer-bridge. 

twutriosss 


INFORMATION ABOUT 

ACADEMIC ADVISING 

Academic Advising at Texas Woman’s University helps 

students navigate through their academic program by 

assisting with degree planning and course selection, 

providing information about campus resources, and 

teaching strategies to achieve academic success. 

During orientation all students will be scheduled for 

their first academic advising appointment to plan 

their classes. Advisors will also assist students with 

changing majors and selecting a major if they are 

undecided. Advising appointments will occur on 

the first day of orientation. Students will register on 

day two with the assistance of advisors. Academic 

Advising will also host a Major Exploration Fair for 

students to get familiar with all of the academic 

programs at Texas Woman’s University. Students will 

get to explore their academic interests in and out of 

the classroom with university faculty and program 

representatives. 

College of Arts & Sciences 

Biochemistry 

Biology 

Chemistry 

Computer Science 

Criminal Justice 

Dance 

English 

Fashion Design 

Fashion Merchandising 

General Studies 

Health Informatics 

History 

Informatics 

Mathematics 

Medical Technology 

Music 

Music Therapy 

Political Science 

Professional Studies 

Psychology 

Social Work 

Sociology 

Theatre 

Visual Arts 

University 

Academic Advising 

Pre-Nursing 

College of Nursing 

Nursing 

College of 

Professional Education 

Child Development 

Education 

Teacher Certification 

Family Studies 

College of Health Sciences 

Communication Sciences 

& Disorders 

Dental Hygiene 

Health Studies 

Kinesiology 

Nutrition & Food Sciences 

College of Business 

Accounting 

Business Administration 

Finance 

Healthcare Administration 

Human Resource Management 

Management 

Marketing 

College of Arts and Sciences 

twu.edu/arts-sciences 

CFO 1210 (#13 on map) 940.898.3326 

College of Business 

twu.edu/business 

CFO Floors 4 & 5 (#13 on map) 940.898.2768 

College of Health Sciences 

twu.edu/college-health-sciences 

Woodcock Hall 202 (#11 on map) 940.898.2852 

College of Nursing 

twu.edu/nursing 

ASB 216 (#3 on map) 940.898.2401 

College of Professional Education 

twu.edu/college-professional-education 

Stoddard Hall 202 (#37 on map) 940.898.2202 

University Academic Advising 

twu.edu/academic-advising 

Old Main Building 307 (#12 on map) 940.898.3267 


COMMUTER STUDENT INFORMATION 

Texas Woman’s University is a 

great place to be whether you’re 

living on campus or commuting 

from home. For students who 

commute to campus, the CARE 

(Campus Alliance for Resource 

Education) office is your home 

away from home. CARE staff are 

here to answer your questions and 

help you connect to university 

resources. Additionally, CARE 

offers services for veterans, 

students with children, adult 

learners and students who are 

adopted/aged out of foster care. 

You can easily find the CARE 

staff in Student Union at Hubbard 

Hall room 1212 or online at 

twu.edu/care. You will receive 

all of the insider tips for being a 

successful commuter Pioneer! 

Parking 

• Commuter parking permits 

must be purchased online 

at twu.edu/parking 

• To learn more about parking 

visit twu.edu/parking or 

email parking@twu.edu 

Denton County 

Transportation 

Authority (DCTA) 

A-train 

The A-train travels between 

Denton and Carrollton. For 

more information and a map 

of the train stations and an 

updated train schedule visit 

dcta.net/getting-around 

Basic Needs Help 

If you’re hungry or have other 

financial needs, please contact 

CARE at 940-898-2789 to learn 

about Minerva’s Market and 

other resources. 

For basic needs help or to learn 

how CARE may assist you, please 

visit twu.edu/care and complete 

the Connect with CARE form. 


HOUSING 

& DINING 

Living on campus is a great way 

to connect with TWU. Students 

who live on campus tend to be 

more satisfied with their time at 

college, get better grades and 

develop relationships with faculty 

and staff. Life in the residence 

halls is exciting, fun, and a way 

to develop into the person you 

wish to be. You will meet lots of 

new people – some like you and 

many that come from different 

backgrounds. All of these 

residents have a common goal – 

to be a successful Pioneer! 

Applying for Housing 

Apply for housing via the 

Housing website at twu.edu/ 

housing. A $150 application fee 

and deposit are required. New 

undergraduate students who are 

under the Residency Requirement 

and submit their application are 

eligible for the Self-Selection 

Process. The Self-Selection 

Process allows you to select 

your housing space and meal 

plan online for the 2024-2025 

Academic Year. The Self-Selection 

Process takes place over a few 

days each month throughout the 

spring and summer. 

The sooner you apply, the better 

your chances are of getting 

the assignment you want. 

We recommend applying 

by May 1, 2024. 

Roommate Request 

We welcome and encourage 

mutual roommate requests. 

Roommate requests must be 

made early in the process. We 

cannot guarantee roommate 

requests made after May 1, 2024. 

Priority for roommate pairs is 

based on whether you and your 

roommate preference apply within 

the same selection period. 

Residency 

Requirement 

All TWU full-time single 

undergraduates who have not 

completed 60 hours are required 

to live on campus unless they 

meet one of the following criteria: 

• 21 years of age or older (by 

August 20, 2024) 

• Active duty military or veterans 

of military service 

• Living with parents or legal 

guardians within 40 miles 

of TWU 

• Have legally dependent children 

or are married 

If you fall under the residency 

requirement and wish to 

commute, you must have an 

approved housing exemption. 

Complete the Residency 

Exemption Request form in the 

Housing Portal. Documentation 

must be submitted to substantiate 

requests. Students who live 

within 40 miles of campus with a 

parent or legal guardian must also 

complete this form. 

Housing Portal Log-in 

LIVING 

LEARNING 

COMMUNITIES 

Living Learning Communities 

(LLCs) provide opportunities 

for you to meet other students 

with similar goals and interests, 

develop skills and enhance 

the first year of your college 

experience. Texas Woman’s 

University offers a variety of 

LLCs where first-year students 

in a specified community live 

together in North and South 

Halls of Parliament Village. 

Community events and 

activities are designed to extend 

classroom learning by fostering 

interaction among each other 

and with professors. Students in 

an LLC take the same class(es), 

live together and participate in 

social and academic programs. 

All courses offered in the LLC 

are part of the University’s 

core curriculum. 

Students may select their 

interest in an LLC on their 

housing application. Spaces 

are limited, so apply by May 1 

to guarantee your placement. 

There is no additional cost 

to participate in an LLC. LLC 

participants must participate in a 

June orientation session. 


DINING 

SERVICES 

Pioneer Kitchen provides all of the 

dining options for Texas Woman’s 

University. From catering, to 

Chick-fil-A, to meals in our stateof-the-art 

Dining Hall, our food 

service dining options will satisfy 

your hunger by offering healthy 

options to keep you energized 

throughout the day at prices 

you can afford. Pioneer Kitchen 

provides a diverse menu 

that’s sure to suit any taste 

or lifestyle. 

Follow @_pioneerkitchen on 

Instagram for promotions, 

dining hours, and more! 

CAMPUS LIFE 

Make some new friends and take advantage of hundreds of events 

throughout the year. Our campus life will keep you connected and 

engaged. Whether you’re interested in bingo, swimming in the indoor 

pool, student art gallery showings, athletics events, movie nights, or 

something else, you’ll find ample opportunities around campus. And 

sometimes we take the fun off campus…like trips to FC Dallas, Dallas 

Mavericks or Texas Rangers games, camping trips through Outdoor 

Adventure and walk to the polls during election season. Whatever your 

scene is, we’ve got you covered and will help you strike that perfect 

balance between studying and experiencing college life! 

Don’t forget to follow 

@TWUEvents on Instagram, 

and stay up on all of the best 

program offerings. 


TSIA2 ASSESSMENT 

Purpose and Importance 

According to the Texas Education Code for the Texas Success Initiative (TSIA2), 

new students, unless exempt, must be tested to assess their readiness for 

first-year level work in reading, writing, and mathematics prior to enrolling in 

college-level coursework. The TSI Assessment will determine which classes you 

will be required to take during your first and subsequent semesters at TWU. 

Your scores will determine if you will be advised into mandatory developmental 

courses before beginning college-level courses in reading, writing, and math. It 

is very important that you take your time and do your best in order to be placed 

accurately. TSI status does not affect admission to the university. 

Know Your TSIA2 Status 

Students can find their current TSIA2 status by logging into the Pioneer Portal 

and clicking the link titled “Your Texas Success Initiative (TSIA2) Status” under the 

heading “Other Resources” on the start page. 

Exemptions and College Ready Scores 

For a period of five (5) years from the date of testing, a student who performs at 

or above the minimum required scores (per subject area) on one of the following 

assessments will not require TSI testing. Students must submit official ACT/SAT 

score reports to be considered for TSI exemption. 

Academic 

Testing Services 

Accessing TSI Scores & 

Bridge Certificates 

College Ready Scores 

Assessment 

Mathematics 

Reading 

Writing 

• ACT (prior to 

Feb. 15, 2023) 

• 19 Math and 

23 Composite 

• 19 Verbal and 

23 Composite 

• 19 Verbal and 

23 Composite 

• ACT (post 

Feb. 15, 2023) 

• 22 Math 

• 40 Combined 

ENG/READ 

• 40 Combined 

ENG/READ 

• SAT 

• 530 Math 

• 480 Evidenced Based 

Read/Write 

• 480 Evidenced Based 

Read/Write 

• TAKS 

(11th Grade) 

• 2200 Math 

• 2200 ELA and 3 Essay 

• 2200 ELA and 3 Essay 

• GED 

• 165 Math 

• 165 RLA 

• 165 RLA 

• HiSet 

• 15 Math 

• 15 Read 

• 15 M/C and 4 Essay 

• STAAR 

• Level 2 (4000) 

Algebra II 

• Level 2 (4000) 

English III 

• Level 2 (4000) 

English III 

• TSIA 

• 350 Math 

• 351 Read 

• 340 M/C and 4 Essay; 

or less than 340 M/C 

and ABE LVL 4 and 5 

Essay 

• TSIA2 

• Math 950; or 

less than 950 and 

Diagnostic 6 

• ELAR 945 M/C and 5 

Essay; or less than 945 

M/C and Diagnostic 5, 

and 5 Essay 

• ELAR 945 M/C and 5 

Essay; or less than 945 

M/C and Diagnostic 5, 

and 5 Essay 

Please visit twu.edu/testing for more information 


FINAL 

TRANSCRIPTS 

Texas Woman’s University requires an official 

transcript from every institution attended including 

the final high school transcript with graduation 

date. Transcripts may be electronic or printed. Final 

transcripts, including dual credit if applicable, must 

be sent to the Office of Admissions. 

• Electronic transcripts must be sent through a 

secured, third-party service directly to TWU from 

the sending institution to OAP@twu.edu. Texas 

Woman’s University cannot accept an electronic 

transcript from an applicant. 

• Printed transcripts must be sent directly from 

the institution to TWU or delivered in a sealed 

envelope from the institution. Unopened 

transcripts may be forwarded by mail to TWU by 

the applicant in the original sealed envelope. 

IMMUNIZATION 

Texas law requires that all new and transfer college 

students must receive a vaccination or booster 

against bacterial meningitis. Students 22 years of 

age or older are not required to file the exemption or 

show proof of vaccination. 

Students required to have the vaccination or booster 

will not be able to register for classes until a valid 

immunization record or a notarized Department of 

State Health Services (DSHS) official Conscientious 

Objection Form has been provided to the Office of 

the Registrar. 

Office of the Registrar 

Admissions Bldg., Ste. 128 

P.O. Box 425559 

Denton, TX 76204 

registrar@twu.edu 

Fax: 940-898-3097 


FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 

• Am I required to attend Orientation? 

First-Year Orientation is required for all first-year students and students who are transferring in less 

than 12 hours (excluding dual credit). Please note that for the purposes of this program, dual credits 

do not count towards being exempt from attending First-Year Orientation. 

• What do I do if I need to change my Orientation date after I have registered for Orientation? 

Email orientation@twu.edu and someone will be able to assist you with your change request. 

• How will I know that I am registered for Orientation? 

Once you register online, you will receive a confirmation email to your TWU email account. 

• What if I want to start classes at TWU in the summer? 

Please contact the Center for Student Development so we can assess your plan to attend classes 

and provide you with next steps. You must still attend a First-Year Orientation to register for 

courses for the fall semester. 

• When do I meet with my academic advisor? 

Students will not be advised before their registered orientation session. Students will be scheduled to 

meet with an academic advisor during orientation to discuss their academic program and plan classes. 

• How do I pay the Orientation fee? 

First-year students will pay their fee when they make their first tuition payment. 

• Is there a waiver for the Orientation fee if I cannot afford it? 

No, there is not a waiver. If you receive financial aid, scholarships, or other financial assistance 

funds, these may be used to cover the cost. If you do not get enough or do not receive these 

financial resources, the fee will be part of your out-of-pocket expenses. 

• What is the cancellation policy? 

For students, please notify TWU Orientation regarding your cancellation. Please note that if you wish 

to simply change your date, email TWU Orientation at orientation@twu.edu. 

• If I attended Orientation, but then decide not to attend TWU, is my fee refundable? 

All fees, charged at the time of Orientation check-in, are all-inclusive and non-refundable. 

If you have questions about First-Year Orientation or Parent and Family Orientation, please visit our 

website at twu.edu/orientation or contact our office: 

New Student Programs, 304 Administration Drive, Ste 102 Denton, TX 76204-537 

Administrative & Conference Tower (ACT) , Suite 120 | 940-898-3184 | orientation@twu.edu 


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ACT 1a Administration & Conference Tower 

ADM 1 Admissions Building 

AH 72 Alumni House 

ASSC 9 Ann Stuart Science Complex 

ROTC 104 Army ROTC Building 

ART 6 Art Building 

ASB 3 Arts & Sciences Building 

BHL 35 Blagg-Huey Library 

BH 64 Brackenridge Hall 

SA 7 Support Annex 

CFO 13 

DGL 62 Dance-Gymnastics Laboratory Building 

DH 126 Dining Hall 

DBF 59 Dianne Baker Field 

FMC 77 Facilities Management & Construction 

FRC 102 Fitness & Recreation Center 

GGH 80 Gertrude Gibson House 

GRB 4 Graduate Science Research Building 

GRN 74 Greenhouse 

GH 43 Guinn Hall 

HH 30 Hubbard Hall 

IF 132 Intramural Field 

JH 39 Jones Hall 

LC 53 Little Chapel-in-the-Woods 

Texas St 

Texas St 

LW Lowry Woods Community 

• Austin Hall – 51 

• Capps Hall – 50 

• Fitzgerald Hall – 48 

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• Lowry Woods – 41 

• Lowry Woods Community Center – 52 

• Reagan Houston Hall – 49 

• Sayers Hall – 46 

• Smith-Carroll Hall – 47 

MC 66 Marketing & Communication Building 

MCL 15 Multipurpose Classroom – 

Laboratory Building 

MUS 5 Music Building/Margo Jones 

Performance Hall 

OC 116 Oakland Complex 

OMB 12 Old Main Building 

P3 Parliament Village 

• Mary’s Hall – 125 

• North Hall – 123 

• South Hall – 124 

PB 2 Patio Building 

PH 79 Pioneer Hall 

PP 57 Pioneer Park 

Maroon Lots - students & employee 

Silver Lots - employees only 

Purple - Denton Garage 

Reserved - Employees 

ParkMobile - Visitor Pay lots 

No Decal Required 

Family Parking - Families identified by 

Housing living in the dorms 

Accessible Parking 

Emergency Phone 

PSP 131 Pioneer Soccer Park 

RTC 30 Redbud Theater Complex 

SRC 111 Scientific Research Commons 

STH 42 Stark Hall 

SH 37 Stoddard Hall 

SU 30 Student Union at Hubbard Hall 

ULB 10 Undergraduate Laboratory Building 

UA 32 University Advancement 

WH 11 Woodcock Hall

CAMPUS RESOURCES 

Academic Coaching | Library, 2nd Floor (#35 on map) 

Academic Testing Services 

Oakland Complex 2nd floor, suite 240 (#116 on map) 

Admissions | Brackenridge Hall (#64 on map) 

Athletics | Pioneer Hall Suite 220 (#79 on map) 

Bursar & Cashier’s Office 

Administration & Conference Tower, 1st Floor (#1 on map) 

Career Connections 

Woodcock Hall, Suite 200 (#11 on map) 

Center for Student Development 

Student Union at Hubbard Hall, Suite 1600 (#30 on map) 

CARE (Campus Alliance for Resource Education) 

Student Union at Hubbard Hall, #1212 (#30 on map) 

Center for Student Leadership | Old Main, Suite 238 

Civility and Community Standards 

Old Main Building, Room 108 (#12 on map) 

Curriculum & Strategic Initiatives 

Classroom Faculty Office Building, 13th Floor (#13 on map) 

Disability Services for Students 

Classroom Faculty Office Building, 106 (#13 on map) 

Diversity, Inclusion and Outreach 

Student Union at Hubbard Hall, Suite 1600 (#30 on map) 

Education Abroad | Old Main Building, Room 112 (#12 on map) 

Financial Aid 

Administration & Conference Tower, 2nd Floor (#1A on map) 

Fitness and Recreation Center 

Fitness and Recreation Center (#102 on map) 

Housing & Dining | Mary’s Hall, 1st Floor (#125 on map) 

ID Services 

Student Union at Hubbard Hall, 2nd Floor (#30 on map) 

Library | (#35 on map) 

Mathematics and Technology Success Center | (Math Lab) 

Multipurpose Classroom Laboratory Building, 307 (#15 on map) 

Pioneer Center for Student Excellence 

Library, 2nd Floor (#35 on map) 

Science Learning Resource Center 

Anne Stuart Science Complex, 365 (#9 on map) 

Student Health Services 

Jones Hall, Suite 120 (#39 on map) 

Student Life Office 

Administration & Conference Tower, 8th Floor (#1 on map) 

TWU Campus Store 

Student Union at Hubbard Hall, 1st floor (#30 on map) 

University Academic Advising to campus resources 

Old Main Building 307 (#12 on map) 

Veterans 

304 Administration Drive, ADM, Suite 130 

Write Site | Library, 2nd Floor (#35 on map) 

twu.edu/academiccoaching | 940.898.3755 

twu.edu/testing | 940.898.2961 

twu.edu/admissions | 940.898.3076 

twuathletics.com | 940.898.2378 

twu.edu/bursar | 940.898.3570 

careerconnections.twu.edu 

940.898.2950 

twu.edu/student-development 

940.898.3626 

twu.edu/care | 940.898.2789 

twu.edu/center-for-student-leadership | 940-898-3242 

twu.edu/civility | 940.898.2968 

twu.edu/curriculum-strategic-initiatives 

940.898.2738 

twu.edu/disability-services 

940.898.3835 

twu.edu/diversity-inclusion-outreach 

940.898.3679 

twu.edu/education-abroad | 940.898.4115 

twu.edu/finaid 

940.898.3064 

twu.edu/fitandrec 

940.898.2900 

twu.edu/housing | 940.898.3676 

twu.edu/id-services 

940.898.3565 

twu.edu/library | 940.898.3701 

twu.edu/mtsc | 940.898.2169 

twu.edu/pioneer-center 

940.898.3755 

twu.edu/slrc 

940.898.2553 

twu.edu/student-health-services 

940.898.3826 

twu.edu/student-life 

940.898.3615 

twu-shop.com 

940.898.3103 

twu.edu/academic-advising 

940.898.3267 

twu.edu/veterans/veterans-educational-benefits 

940.898.3069 

twu.edu/write-site | 940.898.2341

New Student Programs 

304 Administration Drive, Ste 102, Denton, TX 76204-537 

orientation@twu.edu | 940.898.3626 | twu.edu/orientation 

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