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Student Transition Programs strives to create a welcoming environment for all students, families, and guests by providing the framework for students to learn and develop while adjusting to the expectations, standards, and academic rigors of the University and fostering pride in the UT Dallas community.

Student Transition Programs welcomes all new undergraduate students and their families to the University! We provide programming, services and involvement opportunities specific to first-year students, transfer students, sophomores, juniors and seniors.

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Sophomore

The Sophomore Year Experience includes programming and activities designed especially to help students through their second year as a Comet.

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Junior

The Junior Year Experience program provides opportunities that empower juniors with tools to refine their leadership skills and prepare for their chosen career path.

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Senior

The Senior Year Experience is designed to help seniors celebrate their successes and feel better prepared to take the next steps toward achieving their life goals after college.

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Transfer Services

Transfer students have different needs than freshmen, and Transfer Student Services is here to help them successfully transition to their new home at the University, with support for both new and returning transfer students.

Comet Camp

The three days of Comet Camp are a time for meeting new friends, learning about UT Dallas, reflecting on the journey ahead, and most importantly, having fun.

Road Warriors

Road Warriors is a program just for commuter students. We host events to get you involved on campus and target your needs as a student who commutes to campus.

Comet Families

Comet Families is an avenue for family members and parents of UT Dallas students to get information about campus, find out about special events and obtain resources about issues facing their college student.

Family Day

Family Day is Comet Families’ largest event, and a tradition that brings students and their families together for a full day of fun. Meet other families, enjoy a catered lunch and find out what’s happening on campus.

Disability Services

For persons with disabilities, please call 972-883-6171 or visit the Student AccessAbility website for information. TX Relay: 1-800-RELAYTX.

Campus Emergencies

For emergencies, contact the UT Dallas Police at 972-883-2222.