FAQ

To complete the orientation registration process, students must:

1. Be admitted for summer or fall 2023
2. Provide Texas State Initiative (TSI) test scores or exemptions
3. Submit bacterial meningitis vaccination documentation or exemption
4. Claim their Island ID/password and set up Duo 2-factor authentication
5. Use the Island ID/password to access their Islander email

Guests can complete their optional reservation after the student has a confirmed reservation.

The non-refundable fee per student is deferred at the time of reservation and billed as part of the fall tuition bill, even if you decide not to enroll at TAMU-CC.  

• $125 per freshmen student
• $85 per transfer student

The guest fee for in-person events is also non-refundable and must be paid by credit card at the time of reservation.

• $60 per freshmen guest
• $40 per transfer guest

The fee covers all costs of offering a hybrid orientation program (virtual and in-person). In-person participants receive meals, free parking, and a welcome bag with Islander promotional items (students will also receive a t-shirt). Students participating in a virtual option will receive their welcome bag on campus in the first week of the semester or via mail if enrolled in 100% online classes.

Yes, if you did not attend classes at TAMU-CC in the previous semester and have been readmitted to the university, we want to ensure you get the updated information you need to start your new classes.

No, a registration hold is placed on all student accounts, and the hold will not be removed until after the Islander Launch (orientation) requirement is complete.

No, the course is asynchronous, so you can log in and complete the course at any time or day that works best for you. 

Freshmen: You are welcome to complete your required virtual course early but cannot register for classes until you meet with your Academic Advisor in the week of your selected Islander Launch date.

Transfers: After completing your required course, schedule an appointment with your Academic Advisor to choose classes that apply to your degree plan.

It can take up to 24 hours after completing the registration process to have access to your Islander Launch orientation course on Blackboard:

1. Log in to the Blackboard course portal using your Island ID/password.
2. Under My Courses, select your virtual Islander Launch orientation course.
3. Plan to spend around 60 minutes reviewing the sections.
4. You must score 100% on the quiz to be considered complete.

Watch our step-by-step video tutorial on Accessing virtual Islander Launch.

We encourage you to attend the earliest launch date that suits your schedule.

You must reserve a seat in the reservation portal for an alternate available date. We cannot accommodate students without a confirmed reservation (no walk-ins allowed). 

Yes, you must attend the entire program to meet your orientation requirement. Not attending required sessions can result in delays in your course registration.

The earliest launch date available is the best option for summer admits, but you can choose any date that works best with your schedule. 

A limited number of seats are reserved for PSA students at each launch date on a first-come, first-served basis. You can register for any launch date that is still available as an option when you log in to register online. Please choose the earliest event that works best with your schedule. 

All VIP students are required to meet the orientation requirement for both TAMU-CC and Del Mar College. Please choose the earliest event that works best with your schedule. For more information about the program, visit the VIP website. 

No, all new international students are required to complete New International Student Orientation. For more information, email the Office of International Education at International@tamucc.edu.

No, all new graduate students are invited to Graduate Student Orientation. For more information, email the College of Graduate Studies at GradCollege@tamucc.edu.

No, all RELLIS students are invited to RELLIS New Student Orientation. For more information, visit the RELLIS New Student Orientation website.

You will need twin XL bed sheets, a pillow, a blanket, towels, toiletries, and personal items (photo ID, phone charger, comfortable clothes, and shoes for walking in the summer heat).  Islander Housing will provide you with a shower curtain and toilet paper roll.

You will sleep in a private room and share a bathroom.

Yes, you can! Please arrive together at check-in so we can ensure you are assigned to the same unit.

No, guests will need to make alternate overnight arrangements.

Staying on campus is highly encouraged. If you will not participate in the overnight experience, please let us know in the reservation portal so we can account for all attendees.

• In-person: You will confirm your classes with the help of an Academic Advisor at the event. Make sure you are checking your Islander email for communications about advising. 
• Virtual: 

  • Freshmen: You are welcome to complete your required virtual course early but cannot register for classes until you meet with your Academic Advisor in the week of your selected Islander Launch date.

    Transfers: After completing your required course, schedule an appointment with your Academic Advisor to choose classes that apply to your degree plan.

1. Check your Islander email regularly for communications from the University.
2. Submit your transcript(s) showing any earned college credit to the Office of Recruitment & Admissions so that the credit can be included in your degree plan.
3. Log in to SAIL using your Island ID and password as a current student. Select Student, Student Records, then View Holds. If you have active holds other than the Islander Launch hold, you should clear those with the office that placed the hold before registering for classes. Some common holds are:
   • Application Fee: Office of Recruitment & Admissions
   • Admissions Agreement: Office of Recruitment & Admissions
   • Housing Residency Requirement: Islander Housing
   • Residency Documents (House Bill 1403 Affidavit, Permanent Resident Card): Office of Recruitment & Admissions

It can take up to 24 hours after completing the registration process to have access to your Islander Launch orientation course on Blackboard:

1. Log in to the Blackboard course portal using your Island ID/password.
2. Under My Courses, select your virtual Islander Launch orientation course.
3. Plan to spend around 60 minutes reviewing the sections.
4. You must score 100% on the quiz to be considered complete.

Watch our step-by-step video tutorial on Accessing virtual Islander Launch.

If you have trouble logging in to the online registration system, try using a different browser compatible with the reservation system, like Chrome or Firefox.

Contact IT for assistance with login credentials via email, online chat, or phone. 

If you cannot find an answer to the questions you have on this page, e-mail IslanderLaunch@tamucc.edu.