What Do I Need to Complete Before Attending Orientation?

In order to make your orientation the best possible experience, we ask that each student has completed the following items:

Set up your TWU Pioneer Portal account

A Pioneer Portal account is required for all TWU students, faculty and staff to access the network and university systems.

Students may create a Portal account 3–5 business days after applying to TWU through ApplyTexas.org, using the TWU Student ID you receive by email.

Create your TWU Pioneer Portal Account.
Access your TWU Pioneer Portal Account.
Remember your username and password.
Need help? Email the Technology Service Desk or call 940.898.3971.

Set Up MFA in Google and Microsoft

TWU has implemented multi-factor authentication for various systems across the university. You will be required to enable all MFA (Google 2-Step Verification and Microsoft 365 MFA) to create and access Pioneer Portal and set up your TWU Gmail account. Follow these steps to enable the MFA 2-step verification for access to your TWU Gmail and Microsoft accounts:

Access your TWU Gmail account

Login at Gmail. You may need to add an account.
Use your full TWU email address (AUser@twu.edu) and password
Set your TWU Gmail up on your mobile device
Need help? Visit the How to log into TWU Gmail page

Register for first-year student orientation

Apply for financial aid and scholarships

Submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
Accept any financial aid awarded through Pioneer Portal
Visit Applying for Scholarships at TWU for more information

Apply for housing

Get vaccinated

Read more at the Student Health Services site.

Know your TSI requirements

Check your TSI status in your Pioneer Portal.
Register for TSI tests if required.

Submit final transcripts

Send final transcript with high school graduation date to the Office of Student Records.

Questions?

Send an email to the Orientation team or call us at 940-898-3188.

Page last updated 10:13 AM, October 29, 2026