First-Time College Students (freshmen)

New first-year students (freshmen) must complete Islander Launch orientation before registering for classes at TAMU-CC.

To complete the orientation registration process, students must:

Be admitted for the upcoming term
Set up the Island ID/password
Confirm access to Islander email (IslandID@islander.tamucc.edu)
REGISTER HERE using the Islander email address and Island ID password

SUMMER AND FALL 2026 event dates for new first-year students (freshmen) are listed below. Do not make travel plans until your event date is confirmed. Please see the draft schedule, which is subject to change.

May 28 (AT CAPACITY)
May 29
June 02
June 03
June 04 PSA admits only
June 05
June 23
June 24 PSA admits only
June 25
June 26 PSA admits only
July 07 PSA admits only
July 08
July 09
July 10
July 27 PSA admits only
July 28
July 30
July 31
A virtual option will be available at the end of the summer

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 orientation fee for first-year students (freshmen) is $100, and for transfer students it is $85. The fee is deferred at the time of reservation and included in the tuition bill to be paid later. The fee is non-refundable, even if you do not complete the orientation or decide not to enroll at TAMU-CC.
What does the orientation fee cover? The fee covers all costs associated with offering the required orientation program.
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 be removed when you attend the Islander Launch (orientation) event.
Am I required to complete orientation? Most new students are required to complete orientation. You can review the groups at Am I required to complete orientation?

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 28 and 29 events are best for summer admits, but you will see all available options when you log in to complete your registration.
I am a PSA (Program for System Admission) student. Which orientation should I attend? PSA students are limited to specific event dates. If none of those dates work for you, email islanderlaunch@tamucc.edu to discuss other options.

How long is the event? The in-person schedule includes a full day of sessions. Expect to be on campus from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Can I leave the event early? If you are unable to attend all sessions and check out at the end of the day, you will not meet the orientation requirement and will not be registered for classes.
When can I register for classes? You will confirm your classes with an Academic Advisor on the afternoon of your event.

Freshmen Orientation

Frequently Asked Questions

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Freshmen Orientation

Frequently Asked Questions

Registering for Orientation

Choosing an orientation date

What to expect at the event

Troubleshooting

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