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63rd Annual Rodeo
Get ready for two nights of adrenaline, grit, and cowboy pride as student-athletes compete. Mark your calendar to be at the Uvalde County Fairplex to see rodeo action and watch our rodeo athletes compete in the toughest sport on dirt.
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Uvalde Campus

  • October
    03
    08:30am
    New Student Orientation
    We’re thrilled to welcome our newest SWTX students! Your adventure is just beginning, and we can’t wait to make amazing memories with you. Don’t forget—New Student Orientation is your first step, no matter your journey so far. Join us in person in the Will C. Miller Memorial Library Building and get ready to kick off an exciting chapter.
  • October
    03
    05:00pm
    Cowboy Roundup Tailgate Throwdown
    Everyone is invited to the Cowboy Roundup Tailgate Throwdown Friday and Saturday, October 3rd and 4th, from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. We'll kick off each night of the 63rd Annual Southwest Texas College Rodeo at the Uvalde County Fairplex Arena. There will be music, snacks and beverages. Free admission!
  • October
    03
    07:00pm
    63rd Annual SWTX Rodeo
    Who's ready for a rootin'-tootin' good time? Join us at 7:00 pm nightly on Friday and Saturday, October 3rd and 4th at the Uvalde County Fairplex. SWTX students get in free with their Student ID Card.

Eagle Pass Campus

  • October
    03
    08:30am
    New Student Orientation
    We’re thrilled to welcome our newest SWTX students! Your adventure is just beginning, and we can’t wait to make amazing memories with you. Don’t forget—New Student Orientation is your first step, no matter your journey so far. Join us in person in Building F, Room F-120 and get ready to kick off an exciting chapter.
  • October
    03
    10:00am
    Flu and Meningitis Vaccine Drive
    Students who need to receive their meningitis vaccination can visit Building F, Room F114 and 116, at the Eagle Pass Campus on Friday, October 3rd, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. If insured, an insurance card is needed. The Department of State and Health Services will provide the vaccinations for those who are eligible.
  • October
    05
    03:00pm
    Library Workshop: Navigating Databases / MLA Citations
    Join us for a Navigating Databases Workshop online via Zoom on Sunday, October 5th, at 3:00 p.m. The session will cover a few databases, how to use filters, narrow down searches, and MLA citations.

Del Rio Campus

  • October
    03
    08:30am
    New Student Orientation
    We’re thrilled to welcome our newest SWTX students! Your adventure is just beginning, and we can’t wait to make amazing memories with you. Don’t forget—New Student Orientation is your first step, no matter your journey so far. Join us in person in Building A, Amistad Room, and get ready to kick off an exciting chapter.
  • October
    05
    03:00pm
    Library Workshop: Navigating Databases / MLA Citations
    Join us for a Navigating Databases Workshop online via Zoom on Sunday, October 5th, at 3:00 p.m. The session will cover a few databases, how to use filters, narrow down searches, and MLA citations.
  • October
    07
    11:30am
    Coffee with a Cop
    Coffee with a Cop brings police officers and the community members they serve together–over coffee–to discuss issues and learn more about each other. Join us for a cup of coffee on Tuesday, October 7th at 11:30 am in Building A, Student Success Center.

Crystal City Campus

  • October
    03
    08:30am
    New Student Orientation
    We’re thrilled to welcome our newest SWTX students! Your adventure is just beginning, and we can’t wait to make amazing memories with you. Don’t forget—New Student Orientation is your first step, no matter your journey so far. Join us in person in the Victor H. Lopez Library & Study Center and get ready to kick off an exciting chapter.
  • October
    05
    03:00pm
    Library Workshop: Navigating Databases / MLA Citations
    Join us for a Navigating Databases Workshop online via Zoom on Sunday, October 5th, at 3:00 p.m. The session will cover a few databases, how to use filters, narrow down searches, and MLA citations.
  • October
    08
    11:00am
    Pretty Cool Pumpkins: Halloween Pumpkin Painting
    Come de-stress and get creative this Halloween with our Pumpkin Painting Session. Meet us in the Front Lobby on Wednesday, October 8th, from 11:00 am to 12:30 pm.

Pearsall Campus

  • October
    03
    09:00am
    New Student Orientation
    We’re thrilled to welcome our newest SWTX students! Your adventure is just beginning, and we can’t wait to make amazing memories with you. Don’t forget—New Student Orientation is your first step, no matter your journey so far. Join us in person at the Pearsall Instructional Facility, Room 102 and get ready to kick off an exciting chapter.
  • October
    05
    03:00pm
    Library Workshop: Navigating Databases / MLA Citations
    Join us for a Navigating Databases Workshop online via Zoom on Sunday, October 5th, at 3:00 p.m. The session will cover a few databases, how to use filters, narrow down searches, and MLA citations.

Hondo Campus

  • October
    05
    03:00pm
    Library Workshop: Navigating Databases / MLA Citations
    Join us for a Navigating Databases Workshop online via Zoom on Sunday, October 5th, at 3:00 p.m. The session will cover a few databases, how to use filters, narrow down searches, and MLA citations.
  • October
    06
    05:30pm
    New Student Orientation
    We’re thrilled to welcome our newest SWTX students! Your adventure is just beginning, and we can’t wait to make amazing memories with you. Don’t forget—New Student Orientation is your first step, no matter your journey so far. Join us in person at the South Texas Regional Training Center and get ready to kick off an exciting chapter.

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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.

Last Day to Apply for Admission

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

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Payment Due

The payment deadline for the Fall 2025 2nd 8 Week Semester is Friday, October 3rd, at 4:00 pm. Please be sure to make a payment or set up a payment arrangement using E-cashier to take advantage of our payment options. Additionally, if you applied for Financial Aid make sure to confirm that you have been awarded by checking your SWTX email account, Self-Service, or by contacting the Financial Aid office. The first day of classes will be on Monday, October 13th.  Set Up Payment

Fall 1st 8 Week Semester Final Exams

Student Success Centers help make final exams manageable; take advantage of resources available at all campuses and online. Fall 2025 1st 8 Week Semester Exams take place Thursday, October 9th.

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