Get Oriented

Orientation and Registration

GO (Get Oriented) is Houston Christian University’s official free and required orientation for new incoming freshmen and transfer students. Freshmen GO is an opportunity for new students to learn more about HCU and to get acquainted with the many programs and services we offer to students.

Upcoming HCU Orientation Schedule

Freshman Orientation

  • June 9-10, 2025
  • June 12-13, 2025
  • June 16-17, 2025
  • June 19-20, 2025

Register for Freshman Orientation

Mini GO

  • July 9, 2025
  • July 23, 2025
  • August 6, 2025

Register for Mini GO Orientation

Virtual Orientation

  • July 10, 2025

Register for Virtual Orientation

 

Veteran Orientation

  • August 22, 2025

Register for Veteran Orientation

International Orientation

  • August 15, 2025

Register for International Orientation

Quick Links

Freshman GO Schedule

GO Policies and FAQs

Transfer GO Schedule

Freshman GO Guide 2024

What to Pack

Transfer GO Guide 2024

Mini GO

Mini GO orientation sessions take place after the June Summer GO sessions. Mini GO is only for new Freshmen and Transfer students attending HCU for the Fall semester. These sessions allow new Huskies and their families to hear from all departments across campus including advising and financial aid.

Download Mini GO Schedule.

Join us to get your class schedule and prepare for life before school begins this fall!

Helpful Resources for Orientation

Placement Examinations / TestingAccess HCU SystemsHealth Requirements / Bacterial Meningitis

Schedule Change Request FormParent and Family Resources and InformationWhat to Pack for GO

How to Prepare for Class Registration

About Advising & Class Registration

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Freshmen:  During registration,  you will meet with an academic advisor and register for classes.  An academic advisor will review all of the AP and Dual Credit information you have submitted.  Please provide all dual credit and AP course work or credit for the most accurate schedule.

Transfers: Please note that while you are not required to attend Transfer GO,  it is highly encouraged for you to attend one of our Pre-Registration sessions. 

NOTE: Transfer students selected for our Fall nursing cohort will be required to attend a nursing orientation this summer in addition to Pre-Registration.

Recruited Athletes: You will have the chance to meet with our Director of Academics, Dr. Jazmine Calhoun, to ensure your athletic and academic schedules align.

Helpful Resources

Academic Registration WorksheetWeekly  Schedule FormRegistration Quick Guide

Begin Your Pre-Work

Preparing for your Pre-Registration session has never been easier! We have outlined all of the steps you need to take to prepare for your advising and class registration here at HCU:

  • ALEKS Math Placement: It is crucial that you take the ALEKS exam (HCU’s math placement exam) prior to pre-registration. You are allowed to take the ALEKS once. The exam is accessible via Huskynet (found in the student portal**) and can be taken at home.
  • Dual Credit & College Transcripts: We know retrieving transcripts is tough, which is why we accept unofficial dual credit transcripts for use in your class registration. This record will allow your advisor to recommend the best class schedule for you.
  • English Placement Examination: Students who do not meet the requirements for English Placement will be required to take our placement Accuplacer exam. See the Testing Page for more information.
  • Confirm Your Major: Don’t forget to confirm your major! If you have decided to change your major, please update the Admissions office by using this form: HC.edu/update.

Helpful Tools

**Accessing HuskyNet via the student portal:  You will need your HCU One login to access both the student portal and HuskyNet.

Access HCU SystemsDegree Plans

Have questions? Email GO@HC.edu or call (281) 649-3003.