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Dream big here
Our programs provide hands-on learning to formulate valuable skills you can use in the workplace. Follow a program path to ensure you reach your academic goals for a new career or sharpen skills in your current position.
Visionary Minds, Vibrant Futures
Each career and academic pathway includes rigorous classes, exploration of occupations, identification of professional interest, and development of marketable skills.
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Kate's Cowboy Promise
Free tuition, required fees, and books* to graduates from a Uvalde, Real, Frio, Zavala, La Salle, or Dimmit County high school who attend SWTX in the next five years.

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

  • April
    24
    08:30am
    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.
  • April
    27
    04:30pm
    Kids’ College priority registration is here! Secure your spot early for Kids’ College! Priority registration will be held Monday through Thursday, April 27th to 30th, from 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm in the Matthews Student Center Cafeteria. Spots are limited and fill quickly—don’t miss your chance to enroll your 2nd - 4th grader and get a head start on an exciting learning experience!

Eagle Pass Campus

  • April
    24
    08:30am
    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.
  • April
    24
    11:00am
    Join us Monday, April 20th, through Friday, April 24th, for a week full of fun, creativity, and connection! Stop by the campus library each day from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm to enjoy interactive activities and connect with fellow students. Supplies are limited—so come early and don’t miss out on the excitement! Friday - Feel the joy! Check out a book throughout the week for a chance to win a Hydra Mini Speaker!

Del Rio Campus

  • April
    24
    08:30am
    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.

Crystal City Campus

  • April
    24
    08:30am
    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.
  • April
    24
    11:00am
    Join us Monday, April 20th, through Friday, April 24th, for a week full of fun, creativity, and connection! Stop by the campus library each day to enjoy interactive activities and connect with fellow students. Supplies are limited—so come early and don’t miss out on the excitement! Friday - Prize Giveaway Day. Feel the joy of checking out a book! Each book checked out enters you for a chance to win a prize.

Pearsall Campus

  • April
    24
    09:00am
    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.

Hondo Campus

  • April
    27
    05:00pm
    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, Room 127, 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.

Application Deadline - 2026-2027 Academic Scholarship

Please be advised that the deadline to submit a completed scholarship application packet is Friday, April 24th (extended), at 4:00 pm. Application packets must be fully completed and received by this deadline to be eligible for consideration for the scholarship award. Apply Today

Spring Semester Final Exams

Student Success Centers help make final exams manageable; take advantage of resources available at all SWTX campuses and online. Spring 2026 16 Week Semester exams take place Saturday, May 2nd, through Thursday, May 7th. Spring 2026 2nd 8 Week Semester exams take place on Wednesday, May 6th. 

Student Services

Registration

Registration for Maymester and Summer Session I and II 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 to registration. Please be sure to make a payment or set up a payment plan using eCashier 

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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. 
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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.

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