First-Time College Students (freshmen)

REGISTER FOR ISLANDER LAUNCH ORIENTATION

All new first-year students (freshmen) are required to complete Islander Launch orientation before registering for classes at TAMU-CC. FALL 2025 students will register for an asynchronous virtual course that will be completed on any date/time that works for you.

Frequently Asked Questions

What must I do before I can register for orientation? To complete the orientation registration process, students must:
- Be admitted for the upcoming term
- Claim their Island ID/password and set up Duo 2-factor authentication
- Use the Island ID/password to access their Islander email
How much does it cost to register for Islander Launch? The non-refundable fee of $85 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.
What does the orientation fee cover? The fee covers all costs of offering an orientation program, including meals, parking, materials, and event staffing.
Do I have to repeat the requirement if I completed an orientation program in a different semester? If you have been readmitted to the university and attended classes in a previous semester, you do not have to complete orientation again.
Is it possible for me to register for classes without completing orientation? No, a registration hold is placed on new student accounts, which will not be removed until after completing the Islander Launch (orientation) requirement.

Which Islander Launch orientation date should I choose? We encourage you to attend the earliest available date that works with your schedule.
What if the orientation date I want to attend is not available? You must choose a different available date shown in the reservation portal.
I am a student starting classes in Summer I or Summer II. Which orientation should I attend? The May 30 event is designed for summer admits, but you will see other options when you log in to complete your reservation if that date does not work for you.
I am a PSA (Program for System Admission) student. Which orientation should I attend? PSA students are limited to the June 3, June 27, July 8 or July 10 event dates. If none of those dates work for you, email islanderlaunch@tamucc.edu to discuss other options.
I am a transfer student. Which orientation should I attend? Please visit the Transfer Student Orientation webpage for more information.
I am an international student. Which orientation should I attend? Please visit the International Student Orientation webpage for more information.
I am a graduate student. Which orientation should I attend? Please visit the Graduate Student Orientation webpage for more information.
I am a student in a fully online program. Which orientation should I attend? You will not complete Islander Launch; instead, you will be assigned an online orientation after you register for your classes. For more information, email online@tamucc.edu.
I am attending classes at the RELLIS campus. Which orientation should I attend? You will not complete Islander Launch. For more information about the RELLIS orientation, visit https://rellis.tamus.edu/academicalliance/admissions/campus-information/new-student-orientation/

How long is the event? The in-person schedule for students includes a full day of sessions. Expect to be on campus 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.
Can I leave the event early? No, you must attend all sessions and check-out at the end of the day to meet the orientation requirement.
When can I register for classes? You will confirm your classes with the help of an Academic Advisor during the afternoon of your event.

Freshmen Orientation

REGISTER FOR ISLANDER LAUNCH ORIENTATION

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Freshmen Orientation

REGISTER FOR ISLANDER LAUNCH ORIENTATION

Frequently Asked Questions

Registering for Orientation

Choosing an orientation date

What to expect at the event

Troubleshooting

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