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Dr. Hector Gonzales, College President, welcomes students to the 2025 academic year.
Welcome to the journey
As we kick off a new academic year at Southwest Texas College, President Dr. Gonzales shares an inspiring message for students, faculty, and staff.
Students sitting on a brick tree ring in the courtyard of the Uvalde campus.
Kate's Cowboy Promise
Free tuition, required fees, and books* to graduates from a Uvalde, Real, Frio, or Zavala County high school who attend SWTX in the next five years.
Visionary Minds, Vibrant Futures
Each career and academic pathway includes rigorous classes, exploration of occupations, identification of professional interest, and development of marketable skills.

Dreams Within Reach, Community at Heart.

SWTX makes affordable quality education accessible, eliminating barriers to help you achieve your career and life goals.

Events

Uvalde Campus

  • September
    03
    05:00pm
    SWTX students! Take a break from the books! Join us on Wednesday, Sept 3rd, for our Semester Pool Party at the Memorial Building Pool from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Enjoy food, games, and good vibes with friends—see you there!

Del Rio Campus

  • September
    04
    11:30am
    Get ready, Cowboys! Join us for the SWTX Cowboy Round Up on Thursday, September 4th, from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm at the front lawn of Building A. Enjoy FREE food, fun games, music, and learn about campus resources! Don’t miss out on this wild western celebration!

Crystal City Campus

  • September
    03
    12:00pm
    Join us at the front lobby for FREE hot dogs on Wednesday, September 3rd, at 12:00 pm, as we kick off the Fall 2025 Semester! Come hungry and celebrate with us.

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Academic Calendar Dates

The academic calendar reflects important student semester dates, deadlines, and holidays scheduled for all campus locations. Revisions may occur as needed by official action of Southwest Texas College.

Official Census Date - 12th Class Day

The official enrollment date (12th Class Day) for the Fall 2025 16 Week Semester is Wednesday, September 3rd.  Academic Calendar

Withdrawal Deadline

The last day to drop a class with a “W” for the Fall 2025 1st 8 Week Semester is Friday, September 12th, at 4:00 pm. To complete the Class Withdrawal Form, please download the form to your computer and enter your information into the fillable fields. Once you have completed the form, save your changes and schedule an appointment with your Success Coach to get it signed before submitting it to the Office of the Registrar.  Class Withdrawal Form

Last Day to Apply for Admission & Payment Due

The last day to apply for admission and the Fall 2025 2nd 8 Week Semester payment deadline is Friday, October 3rd.

Registrar & Admissions

Welcome to something new...

from a 77-year legacy in education!
Southwest Texas College is a regional, “open door” institution serving an 11-county area that stretches from the Texas Hill Country to the US-Mexican border. 
Uvalde Campus Hubbard Hall Resident Advisors pose at the newly remodeled dorm kitchen.

Dreams within reach

Ready to start your journey? Dream big, reach further, and achieve more!

Southwest Texas College creates and nurtures a learning-centered environment in which students, faculty, staff, and the community at-large can achieve their greatest potential.

Picture of the newly elected Del Rio campus Mr. and Miss SWTX.

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