We’re excited about your decision to join the TJC family!

TJC’s New Student Orientation is a fun and interactive way to learn about college life and is designed to prepare you for success! You’ll get a glimpse of life at TJC, meet other students who will be attending this fall, and have the opportunity to talk with an advisor and register for classes.

These free, one-day sessions are a great way to start your adventure at TJC. Join our student leaders – the Apache Chiefs – who will help you with the transition to college and give you insider tips to ensure your success in college.

Who’s invited to attend TJC’s New Student Orientation?
All incoming freshmen
(Parents & supporters are welcome also!)

Steps to Prepare
1. Apply to TJC at TJC.edu/Apply
2. Submit TSI scores or exemptions

When
Choose from a variety of dates (see below).

Cost
FREE


Which session is right for me?

The in-person, one-day orientation is designed for any student looking to make connections, learn more about TJC, and register for classes all on the same day. For students who can’t make it to campus but still want the resources to successfully transition to TJC, our convenient online session offers live question-and-answer sessions with our orientation team.

Please log into the registration system for a list of currently available sessions.


Need to make changes to your NSO reservation?

Log in to the reservation system and make the changes you need. Have questions or experiencing trouble registering? Please email us at orientation@tjc.edu or give us a call at 903-510-2523.

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Schedule of Events

 Student Schedule Guest Schedule
TimeStudent ActivityTimeGuest Activity
7:30 a.m.Check-In7:30 a.m.Check-In
8:30 a.m.Welcome to NSO*Welcome to TJC NSO! Receive a warm welcome from TJC administration and the NSO staff8:30 a.m.Welcome to NSO*Welcome to TJC NSO! Receive a warm welcome from TJC administration and the NSO staff
8:45 a.m.TJC 101 (How to be a College Student)Learn how to navigate all things TJC! Items such as your A#, Apache Access, Email, NavigateTJC, FERPA, and Walk with an Apache.8:45 a.m.TJC 101 (How to be a College Student)Learn how to navigate all things TJC! Items such as your A#, Apache Access, Email, NavigateTJC, FERPA, and Walk with an Apache.
9:15 a.m.Health and SafetyJoin us for a presentation on various safety and health resources available to you as a student at TJC.        9:15 a.m.Health and SafetyJoin us for a presentation on various safety and health resources available to you as a student at TJC.                
9:30 a.m. Affording CollegeIn addition to scholarship and financial aid information, learn how to make the most of student discounts, alternative transportation, food and essential needs options and student employment. 9:30 a.m. Affording CollegeIn addition to scholarship and financial aid information, learn how to make the most of student discounts, alternative transportation, food and essential needs options and student employment.
10:00 a.m.Split into Student Groups10:00 a.m.Split into Parent Group
10:30 a.m.School Academic PanelBring up your questions for our deans and faculty members during an open discussion panel.10:30 a.m.TJC Administrator PanelBring up your questions for our Administrators and Staff members during an open discussion panel.
10:50 a.m.Campus Compass Tour
 Explore the free resources available to you to help you be successful and make connections with our Navigators, Success Coaches, Advisors, Tutors, Career Planning and more.
11:00 a.m.TJC’s Network of Support
 Learn how to utilize the free resources available to help your student be successful and make connections with our Navigators, Success Coaches, Advisors, Tutors, Career Planning and more.
  12:00 p.m.Career Planning for the Future*Meet with the Career Planning Team to better help your Apache accomplish their career goals.
12:30 p.m.The Adventure Starts Here
*Learn about TJC traditions and involvement outside the classroom.
12:30 p.m.The Adventure Starts Here*Learn about TJC traditions and involvement outside the classroom
1:00 p.m.Lunch1:00 p.m.Lunch
2:00 p.m.Advising, Financial Aid, etc. assistance2:00 p.mAdvising, Financial Aid, etc. assistance