Transfer Student Orientation and Registration
Welcome to Austin Peay! We understand transferring from one institution to the next can be stressful. You and your family may have questions about next steps, APSU and college life in general. To assist with this and answer your questions, APSU offers an online module for Governors Orientation (GO).
Things you should know about Orientation for Spring 2026!
All incoming students have the option to complete advising and orientation online beginning Oct. 27. Academic advising will begin the week of November 3 after you have completed online orientation. Please keep an eye on your APSU email for additional instructions.
An OPTIONAL in-person Orientation will occur on January 14, 2026.
- Check-in begins at 8:30 AM in the Morgan University Center
- You can park on campus in Lot 40. View the parking map here!
- Check-out will begin as early as 11:00 AM!
- Registration will open October 27.
All new freshmen must complete the online GO module before they will be connected with an academic advisor for course registration.
Important information to keep in mind
- Attendance/completion of Online Governors Orientation is mandatory.
- Attendance is strongly encouraged for parents and guests.
- Due to the nature of Governors Orientation, young children should not attend. Pets are only permitted if they are service animals.
- Dress for the weather. We will spend time outside and walking through different buildings.
- Please bring a pen/pencil to take notes.
- Parent and guest registration occurs when your student registers online.
- Governors Orientation is only for students who will attend classes at the Clarksville Campus.
Feel free to contact the Office of Admissions at admissions@apsu.edu or 931-221-7661.
Have you already completed the orientation and need assistance from an advisor?
List of advisors by major