Each career and academic pathway includes rigorous classes, exploration of occupations, identification of professional interest, and development of marketable skills.
Free tuition, required fees, and books* to graduates from a Uvalde, Real, Frio, Zavala, La Salle, or Dimmit County high school who attend SWTX. Click below for details.
Ready to gain valuable work experience while earning money and staying on track with your college goals? Stop by the Work-Study Career Fair on Wednesday, August 19th, from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm in the Matthews Student Center Ballroom. Explore on-campus opportunities, meet with departments, and discover a work-study position that can help you build your skills and take the next step toward your future!
Cowboys, it’s time to kick off the Fall Semester! Join us for Kick-Off Week, filled with snacks, food, fun, and fellowship with our SWTX community. Come celebrate, connect, and start the semester with us! Join us on Wednesday, August 19th, at 4:00 pm for the Kickoff Pool Party. We’ll see you soon, Cowboys!
The Student Success Center is excited to welcome you to Student Success Fest 2026! Kick off the semester by discovering the resources designed to help you succeed at Southwest Texas College! Join us on Wednesday, August 19th, at 10:00 am for Meet the Tutors! Whether you're a new or returning student, this is your chance to connect, get inspired, and start the semester strong.
Ready to gain valuable work experience while earning money and staying on track with your college goals? Stop by the Work-Study Career Fair on Thursday, August 20th, from 9:00 am to 11:00 am in the Building C Hallway. Explore on-campus opportunities, meet with departments, and discover a work-study position that can help you build your skills and take the next step toward your future!
Ready to gain valuable work experience while earning money and staying on track with your college goals? Stop by the Work-Study Career Fair on Thursday, August 20th, from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm in the Atrium at Building B. Explore on-campus opportunities, meet with departments, and discover a work-study position that can help you build your skills and take the next step toward your future!
A new semester means new opportunities, new connections, and plenty of reasons to celebrate! Join us at the Crystal City campus for four days of fun, food, and fresh starts as we kick off Fall 2026 together. Stop by in the mornings and afternoons from Monday, August 17th, through Thursday, August 20th, and start the semester with a little campus spirit!
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.
Registration
Registrationfor the Fall 2026 2nd 8 Week Semester is available via Self-Service Student Planning. Students can schedule an appointment with their Success Coach. All admission requirements must be completed, and all holds must be cleared prior toregistration. Please be sure to make a payment or set up a payment plan usingeCashier. Registrar Today
Official Census Date - 6th Class Day
The official enrollment date (6th Class Day) for the Fall 2026 1st 8 Week Semester is Monday, August 24th. Academic Calendar
Official Census Date - 12th Class Day
The official enrollment date (12th Class Day) for the Fall 2026 16 Week Semester is Tuesday, September 1st.
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