Freshmen/ First Time in College Families

Welcome to the University of Texas Arlington! We are so excited to welcome you and your family into the Maverick Family.

Maverick Family Resources

Make sure to check out all the resources that we have on our website to help you and your student transition into college life.

Arlington hall residents in lounge area

Living On Campus

Students living on campus are more likely to earn higher GPAs, complete degrees on time, and even pursue advanced degrees. Living on campus keeps students connected 24/7 with more access to caring administrators and faculty who understand and are meeting the needs of the students. Have your student get ahead by being close to the resources they need to excel.

Apartment & Residence Life

Living Off Campus

For students who live off campus, there are a variety of options within walking distance or a short drive from the university.

Off-Campus Maverick Program

Important Dates & Deadlines

Meal Plans

Whether living on or off campus, there are a variety of meal plan options for all of our students.

UTA Dining Services

Get Involved

Fraternity and Sorority Recruitment

UTA has a core set of values that are pillars of the community; our 27 organizations offer members academic support, philanthropy and community service opportunities, leadership development, and lifelong friendship.

Explore Fraternity and Sorority Life

Freshmen Leaders on Campus (FLOC)

Freshman Leaders on Campus is a leadership organization made of exclusively incoming freshman. FLOC strives to promote freshman involvement, community service, and campus pride. FLOC also prepares freshman for Student Governance and other leadership roles at the University of Texas at Arlington.

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