You’re a freshman applicant if you have not completed any college coursework or plan to attend TXST the fall semester after your high school graduation.

You're a transfer applicant if you have earned transferable credits from a college or university and have been out of high school for at least one semester.

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Step #1: Apply to Texas State University

Visit the Apply for Admission page for the TXST undergraduate application. While filling out your application, choose a major with “Round Rock Campus” in the major's title. For example: “Social Work (Round Rock Campus)”

 Other helpful admissions links: 


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Step #2: Register for NSO

Sign up for NSO: After being admitted to TXST, sign up for a New Student Orientation (NSO) session at the Round Rock Campus. NSO is required for all new students. 


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Step #3: Complete your New Bobcat Enrollment Profile 

Once you sign up and pay for NSO, you will want to complete the New Bobcat Enrollment section in your portal. Incoming first-year students are advised and enrolled through our New Bobcat Enrollment process - a streamlined onboarding experience designed to make registering for your first semester simple and stress-free.


Questions? Contact the Student Success and Academic Services team via phone 512.716.4001, email successrrc@txstate.edu, or by submitting a request.


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Step #4: Attend an NSO Session

Don't forget to attend your New Student Orientation session!  At NSO you will meet other new Bobcats, learn about services and resources that are here to help you succeed, receive essential academic information, and deepen your connection to Texas State.

If you have questions about Round Rock Campus New Student Orientation, contact the Student Success and Academic Services team at 512.716.4001 or submit a request.


STEP #6: Attend Bobcat Kick Off


Bobcat Kick Off is designed to help students start the semester feeling welcomed, connected, and prepared. Kick Off will happen on August 17 - August 18.

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student studying on their laptop

Step #1: Apply to Texas State University

Visit the Apply for Admission page for the TXST undergraduate application. While filling out your application, choose a major with “Round Rock Campus” listed in the titleFor example: “Social Work (Round Rock Campus)”

Other helpful transfer admissions links: 


students talking in willow hall lobby

Step #2: Register for NSO

After being admitted to TXST, sign up for a New Student Orientation (NSO) session at the Round Rock Campus. NSO is required for all new students. New students cannot register for classes unless they have completed the orientation requirement.

After signing up for NSO:

  • Lift any registration holds showing on your portal (meningitis, TSI, housing, etc).
  • Complete your Housing Exemption form by signing into the Housing Portal (if you are transferring with less than 30 credit hours).

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Step #3: Meet with an Academic Advisor

After signing up for NSO, you will need to meet with an academic advisor. Instructions for setting up an advising appointment are available in your Admissions Portal.


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Step #4: Register for Classes

Your academic advisor will provide instructions for registering. Registration information may also be found on the TXST One Stop Website.

For a complete list of all classes offered at RRC, please visit the browse courses page, select a semester, select “Round Rock Campus”, and search.


student smiling at a new student orientation

Step #5: Attend an NSO Session

Don't forget to attend your New Student Orientation session! At NSO you will meet other new Bobcats, learn about services and resources that are here to help you succeed, receive essential academic information, and deepen your connection to Texas State.

Questions? Contact the Student Success and Academic Services team via phone 512.716.4001, email successrrc@txstate.edu, or by submitting a request.


STEP #6: Attend Bobcat Kick Off


Bobcat Kick Off is designed to help students start the semester feeling welcomed, connected, and prepared. Kick Off will happen on August 17 - August 18.

Click image for more information!

Have questions about admissions to TXST RRC?

Reach out to our undergraduate admissions counselor.

Lindi McIntyre

Phone: 512.408.8219

Email: lindim@txstate.edu

Are you an international student & have questions?

Contact International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) to see the required materials you need to become a TXST Bobcat.