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.
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 in the next five years.
Come for the Frito Pie, stay for the Financial Aid tips. Join us for Financial Aid Awareness Month on Thursday, February 12th, in the Matthews Student Center Ballroom. Enjoy Frito Pie, corn in a cup, and helpful info to keep your college journey on track!
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.
Cupid called—he said success looks good on you! Join us at the Student Success Center for Cupid’s Plus One Valentine’s Day Party on Thursday, February 12th, at 10:00 am. Build a flower, try some origami, make a valentine, grab a drink, and soak up the good vibes. Bring your favorite plus one or create a new one.
Are you a gamer? If so, the Gaming Club is the place for you! Meetings are held every Thursday from 11:00 am to 12:30 pm in Building F, Room F-134. For more information, contact vamunoz@swtxc.edu. Don’t miss out on the fun—level up your college experience with us!
Celebrate Financial Aid Awareness Month with FAFSA events, sweet treats, and chances to win prizes! Stop by, get assistance, and take a step toward funding your education! Join us on Thursday, February 12th, at 11:30 am in the hallway of Building C.
Paint your future at our FAFSA Awareness event! Join us for an informative financial aid session while creating your own piggy bank to take home. Plus, get expert tips from Abram Rodriguez! We'll be in the Amistad Room on Thursday, February 12th, from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm. All supplies are provided—just bring yourself!
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.
Take a sweet break between classes! Join us in the Front Lobby on Thursday, February 12th at 12:00 PM for a Pre-Valentine’s Day Celebration featuring strawberries and chocolates.
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.
We are exploring the possibility of offering a Construction Science Certificate and a Welding Certificate - Level 1 in Pearsall. We invite the surrounding communities of Dilley, Cotulla, Lytle, Natalia, and Devine to complete our form to gauge interest. Scan or click on the QR code on the flyer to begin!
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.
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 118, and get ready to kick off an exciting chapter.
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 Spring 2026 2nd 8 Week Semester is Friday, February 20th.
Thepaymentdeadline for the Spring 2026 2nd 8 Week Semester is Friday, February 27th, at 4:00 pm. Please be sure to make apaymentor set up apaymentarrangement using E-cashier to take advantage of ourpaymentoptions. Additionally, if you applied for FinancialAidmake 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 willbe onMonday, March 16th.Set Up Payment
Please be advised that the deadline to submit a completed scholarship application packet is Friday, April 3rd at 4:00 pm. Application packets must be fully completed and received by this deadline to be eligible for consideration for the scholarship award.
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