Maverick Experience

A full-day event that gives future first-year and transfer students a close-up look at what UTA has to offer.

Event Details

Maverick Experience is the most comprehensive opportunity to learn about UTA academics, resources, and student life, all in one place. This event is open to future first-year and transfer students wanting to learn more about the amazing opportunities available at UTA. Each Maverick Experience event begins at 8:00 a.m. and ends at approximately 3:00 p.m.. A light continental breakfast and lunch are provided by UTA for you and your guests.

Upcoming Maverick Experience Events

Saturday, October 25, 2025 - Registration for this event will open in September 2025

The event includes sessions on

Admission, financial aid, scholarships, academic colleges, and more.

Campus Tour

You'll have the opportunity to take a campus tour and check out UTA's residence halls and apartments.

Admission Counselors

In addition, you can meet with an Admission Counselor to complete your application or check your application status.



Additional Information

A detailed confirmation email will be sent two days before the event date. In the meantime, please contact the Dan Dipert University Welcome Center with questions 817-272-8687 / campustours@uta.edu.

**Please note that this event is not an orientation program. Admitted students are still required to attend New Maverick Orientation. 

Students walking on campus in front of Central Library.

Parking Information

Instructions for Parking on Campus

Guests should park in West Campus Garage. Please follow the button below and use these instructions to register your vehicle for the event.

  1. Select Department-Hosted Event 
  2. Select Maverick Experience
  3. Voucher Code: MAVUP
  4. Select Permit Type: (EVT-COMP) General Lots
  5. Select the active date
  6. Add vehicle info and confirm

Register Your Vehicle for Maverick Experience West Campus Garage


Guidebook

The full list of sessions and locations taking place during Maverick Experience will only be available in Guidebook. Maverick Experience attendees will need to download the free Guidebook app to view session information and to build your schedule. See instructions below for utilizing Guidebook.

How to Download

1. Download the free Guidebook app from the Apple or Google Play Store.
2. Search within the app "UT Arlington-Campus Tours"
3. Choose the Maverick Experience folder and view Maverick Experience Schedule
4. Select sessions you are interested in and then select "Add to My Schedule".
You are not required to attend the sessions you select in Guidebook - this tool is to help you organize your day.

GROUPS AT MAVERICK EXPERIENCE

School and community groups are welcome to attend Maverick Experience! For a quicker check-in, each student will need to register ahead of the event. Then, please have the head chaperone email our Group Visit Coordinator. We will provide bus parking instructions prior to the event at the email provided to us.