Before your New Student Orientation Session
Check Your TSI Status
Check your specific TSI status on WebWorld: Current MSU students and newly admitted students can check their TSI status on WebWorld through the MSU Texas Portal. Login and then on the left side under QuickLaunch Navigation, click on Student Records, then click View Holds. If you have a TSI Hold because you need to take the assessment, you sections you need to take will be indicated.
Want to set up a virtual exam or test in-person through MSU Texas?
Pay the Parent/Guest Fee
For parents or guests that choose to attend the optional in-person parent/guest orientation program, a $20 per person fee can be paid online in advance. A maximum of 2 guests may attend per in-person session, with each registered student.
Local Hotel Information
The following hotels are offering special discounts to MSU Texas students and their families attending NSO. It's a good idea to call the local number to be sure to get the listed deals!
Baymont Inn by Wyndham
4510 Kell W Blvd, Wichita Falls, TX 76309
940-691-7500
- $89.99 for single king or double queen room
- +$10.00 for anything else
- Discount Code is MSU2025
Comfort Inn
4414 Westgate Dr, Wichita Falls, TX 76308
(940) 691-1066
- Call the hotel directly to make the reservation for 10% off.
Courtyard by Marriott
3800 Tarry St, Wichita Falls, TX 76308
(940) 696-0010
- $114 for King bed w/ sofa bed; $114 for two beds.
- Mention you are visiting MSU Texas for this special room rate!
Delta Hotels by Marriott Wichita Falls Convention Center *NEW*
306 Travis Street, Wichita Falls, TX 76301
(940) 247.7279
- 15% off on your reservation
- Book online to receive the MSU Texas Corporate Rate
- Or, call directly to the hotel and use the cluster code: “E2818”
Hampton Inn Wichita Falls
4217 Kemp Blvd, Wichita Falls, TX 76308
Phone: (940) 692-1999
- 20% off room rates.
- Mention MSU Texas discount when booking.
LaQuinta Inn
2511 E Montgomery Pl, Wichita Falls, TX 76308
(940) 468-3107
- $95 for week days; $105 for weekends.
- Mention MSU Texas when booking.
About Academic Advising & Class Registration
There will be time during NSO for academic advising, but you don't have to wait! Academic advising is available throughout the summer. Visit the Advising webpage to learn more and find your advisor, based on your major, to make an appointment ASAP.
Check-In
Join us for check-in starting at 9:00 AM in the Clark Student Center where our New Student Orientation Team will provide you with a student welcome bag. Make sure you have arrived before 9:30 AM, so you don't miss out on the Welcome!
NSO Event Agenda (Student)
8:45 am |
Check-In (Akin Auditorium) |
9:00 am |
Welcome to MSU Texas! |
Joint Sessions with Parents/Guests |
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10:30 am |
Maroon Meet-up |
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Roll Call & Mustangs Group Activities |
11:30 am |
Lunch & Mustangs Group Debrief |
12:30 pm |
Afternoon Presentations |
2:30 pm |
Choice Sessions & Tech Tips |
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3:00 pm |
Meet Your Academic College |
3:30 pm |
Academic Advising |
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University Open House
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NSO Event Agenda (Parent/Guest)
8:45 am |
Check-In (Akin Auditorium) |
9:00 am |
Welcome to MSU Texas! |
10:30 am |
Maroon Meet-up |
11:00 am |
Morning Presentations |
12:30 pm |
Lunch |
1:30 pm |
Afternoon Sessions |
2:15 pm |
Ask Me Anything! Q&A Panel |
3:00 pm |
Cheers to the Next Chapter |
3:30 pm |
University Open House |
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University Open House (List of Departments)
Refer to this list of participating departments and areas that you may speak or meet with during the University Open House (3:30 PM to 5:00 PM) on Orientation dates. Each department webpage is linked, if you'd like to explore more.
Departments | Division |
Business Office | Enrollment Management |
Career Management Center | Student Affairs |
Counseling Center | Student Affairs |
Dining Services | Student Affairs |
Disability Support Services | Student Affairs |
Financial Aid | Enrollment Management |
First-Year Mustangs Adventure | Academic Affairs |
First2Go | Student Affairs |
Fraternity and Sorority Life | Student Organization |
Recreational Sports and Wellness Center | Student Affairs |
Residence Life and Housing | Student Affairs |
Student Government Association | Student Organization |
Student Leadership and Involvement | Student Affairs |
Student Support Services | Academic Affairs |
Study Abroad (Global Education) | Enrollment Management |
Tutoring and Academic Support Programs | Academic Affairs |
University Programming Board | Student Organization |
Veteran’s Affairs | Enrollment Management |
Free parking is available on campus near the Clark Student Center (CSC). The best places to park for access to the "CSC" are Lots 3, 6 and 1S. Handicap parking is available in Lot 1N, adjacent to the CSC. Access the Campus Parking Map.