College of Education FAQ’s

I am a first-year college student who has been admitted to Texas Tech. I've registered for RRO...now what?

Welcome to Texas Tech and the College of Education! The Red Raider Orientation office has a lot of helpful information on their website that gives a breakdown of what you can expect at orientation.

I am transferring into Texas Tech. I've registered for RRO, but where can I find more information?

Welcome to your new home at the Texas Tech College of Education! The Red Raider Orientation office has a lot of helpful information on their website that gives a breakdown of what you can expect at orientation.

I am a parent of an admitted student. Where do I find more information?

We're excited to have your student join us and we understand that you might have concerns or want to get involved. Make sure you visit this RRO homepage for TTU Parents and Family Members and connect with the Texas Tech Office of Parent and Family Relations and the Texas Tech Parents Association.

How do I check or change my major?

Log into Raider Connect to check or change your major, register for RRO and more. Visit this student engagement page for more information about changing your major.

Not sure what Certification is right for you?

Check out our prospective student homepage, or email our recruiter with your career goals and personal passions, and we'll help you find the right fit.

What do I need to do before I meet with my advisor?

Visit the Before You Begin webpage hosted by Texas Tech for more information, and make sure to check your Admitted Student Tasklist for a personalized list of everything you need to know, and how to get it all done! Also, don't forget to log into your new TTU email (aka, TechMail) account – you might have an email or two from us!

What are Registration Holds and how do I get them removed?

Registration Hold(s) indicate a requirement that has not yet been completed by the student, which must be addressed to remove the holds in order to register for classes. You can view your holds when you log in to the RRO registration system, and take care of any holds through your Admitted Student Tasklist prior to your Red Raider Orientation Advising & Registration session.

When is my RRO Advising & Registration session?

To view the Advising & Registration date you signed up for, please log back into the Registration system. You can find out how to update your session date by visiting our Making Changes page. Space is limited in each session based on academic college and major.

Will I be able to talk to current Texas Tech students?

Yes! Our Red Raider Orientation student Crew members are excited to welcome you to Texas Tech University. They will be available during your scheduled RRO session to answer questions.

What will I do on the day of my scheduled RRO session?

Get ready to learn about your academic college, meet with your academic advisor, register for classes, learn about university resources, meet classmates and much more. View a sample schedule to get an idea of what to expect. Remember, this is a sample schedule. You will receive a full, detailed schedule with links two days prior to your scheduled date to your TTU email.

Will I be able to look at my assigned room for on-campus Housing?

Yes! Please visit University Student Housing to see what your residence hall room will look like. You can also take a Residence Hall tour during our optional Raiderland Experience program.

Do I have to participate in everything on the schedule?

All portions of RRO Advising & Registration are considered mandatory. You are required to participate in the entire program. If you do not participate, arrive late, or miss your advising session, you may be blocked from registering for classes. Visit our Schedule page for more information.

What happens if my schedule conflicts with all the RRO Advising & Registration sessions?

All incoming students are required to participate in an orientation session to register for their first semester of classes. If it is absolutely impossible for you to participate in a regularly scheduled RRO session, we offer last-minute sessions prior to each semester. However, it is in your best interest and we STRONGLY encourage you to participate in a regular RRO session. It is not possible to register for courses without participating RRO.

I am in the Honors College. Why does my "college" and major say something else?

The Honors College curriculum is completely independent of your major. The Honors College offers honors courses throughout the various academic colleges at Texas Tech. Therefore, students of all majors can participate in the Honors program. If you are accepted into the Honors College, your college listed within the RRO registration system and on the Admitted Student Dashboard will be associated with the academic major you chose on your ApplyTexas admissions application.

How do I change my major?

If it is LESS than 48 hours prior to your RRO session, please attend the RRO Major Change Zoom meeting on your RRO Schedule.

If it is MORE than 48 hours prior to your RRO session, to change your major:

1. Log into your Raider Connect account at www.raiderconnect.ttu.edu
2. Go to your "My Applications" tab
3. Select Major Change
4. Choose your desired major from the available options, then click save.

Please allow up to 48 hours to process this request.

What is an R number? And where do I find mine?

Your R number is your official Texas Tech student ID number. It is an 8-digit number, preceded by the letter "R". To find your R number:

1. Go to www.raiderlink.ttu.edu
2. Log in with your eRaider username and password.
3. On the top of the page, you will see the word "Welcome", followed by your name.
4. Underneath your name, you will find an R followed by an 8-digit number. This is your TechID Number.
5. Memorize this number. It will never change during your time at Texas Tech.

You can also find your R number inside the Red Raider Orientation registration system on the "Personal Information" page.

What is an eRaider account?

Your eRaider account is your TTU electronic identification. Your eRaider is a single username and password that is required to access many resources at TTU.
Your eRaider account allows you to access your TechMail (e-mail), access the campus wifi internet, access RaiderLink for class registration and information, download free software, and much more.

In accordance with university policy and to protect your privacy, you should never divulge your eRaider username and password to anyone. No university official or university sanctioned service provider will ever ask you for your eRaider password.

NOTE: Your eRaider account is different than the RaiderConnect credentials you used during the admissions process.

• How to set up an eRaider
• ithelpcentral@ttu.edu
• IT Help Central, 806.742.HELP

Is there a list of everything I have to do to enroll at TTU?

The Admitted Student Tasklist provides a comprehensive checklist of steps for a student to take prior to beginning classes at Texas Tech. Within your custom tasklist, you can check off each item when you have completed or finished reviewing.

When do classes begin?

For a list of important dates (like first day of class, Spring Break and more), view the complete academic calendar.

When can I move into the residence halls?

For information about residence hall move in, visit https://www.depts.ttu.edu/housing/commitment.php

What is Raider Welcome?

Raider Welcome is a series of FUN and FREE events held prior to the first week of classes to help introduce you to campus and other students. More information is available at www.raiderwelcome.ttu.edu.