GO (Get Oriented) for Fall 2023

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

Quick Links

Freshman Mini GO Schedule

GO Policies and FAQs

Transfer GO Schedule

Freshman GO Guide 2023

What to Pack

Transfer GO Guide 2023

2023 Freshmen GO

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 HBU for Fall 2023. 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!

Mini GO I	Wednesday, July 12, 2023
Mini GO II	Wednesday, July 26, 2023
Mini GO III	Wednesday, August 9, 2023

Helpful Resources for Orientation

Placement Examinations / Testing Access HBU Systems Health Requirements / Bacterial Meningitis

Schedule Change Request Form Parent and Family Resources and Information What to Pack for GO

How to Prepare for Class Registration

About Advising & Class Registration

Registration

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 2023 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 Worksheet Weekly Schedule Form Registration 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 HBU:

ALEKS Math Placement: It is crucial that you take the ALEKS exam (HBU’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: HBU.edu/update.

Helpful Tools

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

Access HBU Systems Four Year Major Plans & Pathways

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