Embark! New Student Orientation

Welcome New Students!

Welcome and congratulations on your decision to join the Concordia University Texas (CTX) family! This marks the beginning of an exciting journey awaiting you. Your life-changing adventure starts here – at Concordia University Texas.

Embark! is our first year orientation program that introduces you and your family to CTX and provides you the tools to navigate your college journey successfully. During orientation, you will have the opportunity to meet fellow classmates, engage in social and fun activities, review your schedule for your first semester, interact with CTX faculty and staff, finalize your financial plan, and learn about campus resources available to you. Your family members will be able to learn more about the CTX campus, interact with other CTX families, and get tips to help support you for a successful academic year.

Concordia University Texas, as a Christ-centered institution, is committed to being an institution where all students are known, valued, and successful. We can't wait for you to experience Concordia's care for our students, and your success is at the heart of all we do. We look forward to serving you as you Embark! on your college career as a Concordia Tornado.

 

Sincerely,

Dr. Kristi Kirk 

Provost, Concordia University Texas

DAY 1 SCHEDULE

Time	Session	Location
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Check In and Move In Residential Students	Res Hall Lobby
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM	Campus Tour and Class Schedule Walk Through	Around Campus  Meeting in Res Hall Lobby
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM	Hall Meeting Opener	Res Hall Lobby
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Dinner	Res Hall Lobby
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM	CTX Basketball Game	Tornado Fieldhouse

DAY 2 SCHEDULE

Time	Session	Location
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Check In and Customs Check	Welcome Center
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM	All Aboard and Meet the Provost	Chapel
10:45 AM - 11:30 AM	Reaching The Finish Line: Academics 101	Chapel
11:30 AM - 11:45 AM	Break	Welcome Center
11:45 AM - 12:25 PM	Connection Mixer	Student Development Center
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM	Lunch	Cafeteria
1:30 PM - 2:45 PM	Navigating the Landmarks   Families: Campus Resources	Campus Wide   Chapel
2:45 PM - 3:00 PM	Break	Welcome Center
3:00 PM - 3:55 PM	Getting Involved on Campus	Chapel
4:00 PM - 4:45 PM	Customs Check	Cedel Hall

 

As a reminder, make sure to complete your final enrollment items as soon as possible.

All items can be submitted via email to your admissions counselor or admissions@concordia.edu.

• Submit your final, official transcripts.
  • Incoming Freshmen: You must submit an official copy of your final high school transcript as well as any college transcripts. If you have any test scores, we recommend you submit those as well.
  • Transfer Students: You must submit final, official transcripts from any college or university you have attended.
    
    
• Complete all financial aid requirements listed in your MyInfo account.
  • All instructions and forms can be found at Student Financial Services Forms.
    
    
• Discuss your plan for payment with your admissions counselor.
  • Students will be required to pay in full or set up a monthly payment plan before beginning courses.
  • Email or call your counselor to set up an appointment - admissions@concordia.edu or 512.313.4CTX.
    
    
• Turn in your meningitis vaccination/immunization documentation.
  
  
• Submit your Permission to Release Confidential Information (FERPA) form.
  
  
• Request both your Student ID and Parking Pass.
  • See full instructions at https://www.concordia.edu/resources/tornado-print-mail/.

At Concordia the health of all our students, faculty and staff is top priority. For more information and any questions you may have, please check out our Covid-19 protocols concordia.edu/covid19.

Still have some questions? Hopefully they will be answered here. If not, please contact your admissions counselor at 512-313-4CTX or admissions@concordia.edu.

Is attendance at Embark! mandatory?

Yes! All incoming students must attend Embark! The program is designed to help complete your enrollment as a Concordia University Texas student.

How do I register for Embark!?

Click on the registration buttons above.

Do I have to wear a mask while on campus?

For information and any questions you may have, please check out our Covid-19 protocols concordia.edu/covid19.

Can you describe the course registration process?

Leading up to Embark! you will virtually meet with an Academic Planner for an individualized advising session to build your schedule and answer any questions. Note: for transfer students, you will do this with your Admissions Counselor.

Does CTX accept Advanced Placement (AP) or College Level Examination Process (CLEP) credit?

Yes, we do accept AP scores of 3, 4, or 5. We also accept CLEP credit. Please have all your scores sent to the Admissions Office.

At what session will I settle my bill and talk more about financial aid?

Customs Check on January 7th will be the session where all final checklist items will be addressed individually with students and families.

Oh yeah...Where can my parents stay?

Residential students will move into their on campus room in our Residential Hall for the semester during Embark! For family members attending orientation from out of town please see the following hotels/motels.

La Quinta Inn & Suites Cedar Park
6.2 miles from CTX
Special CTX rate of $99 for 2-person room (online reservations only)
10701 Lakeline Mall Drive
Austin, TX 78717
512-568-3538

Holiday Inn Express & Suites
Across the street from CTX
8300 N Ranch to Market 620
Austin, TX 78726
512-610-5700

Hampton Inn
5.1 miles from CTX
Rates range $119-$130
10811 Pecan Park Blvd.
Austin, TX 78750
512-249-0045

Home2Suites
5.5 miles from CTX
Rates range $90-$130
14022 US Hwy 183
Austin, Texas 78717
512-610-2107

Drury Hotels