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:
- Turning on Multi-Factor-Authentication (MFA) in Google
- Turning on Multi-Factor-Authentication (MFA) in Microsoft
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
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
- View the Residency Requirements.
- View the Room Rates.
- Join a Living Learning Community.
- Complete the Housing Application.
Get vaccinated
Read more at the Student Health Services Meningitis page.
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 Admissions Processing.
Questions?
Search the A-Z Index.
Page last updated 3:28 PM, June 10, 2025