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Uvalde Campus

  • September
    22
    11:00am
    Active Minds Club - Clay Fun!
    Come mold clay, meet new people, and connect with Active Minds! Join us on Tuesday, September 22nd, from 11:00 am to 12:30 pm at the Student Success Center (Building S). Refreshments and supplies will be available while supplies last.
  • September
    25
    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.
  • September
    25
    07:00pm
    Rodeo Competition: Panola College
    The Southern Region college rodeo season rolls on Friday, September 25th, as the Cowboys hit the road to Tatum to compete at Panola College. Follow the action and cheer on our team as they take on the competition!

Eagle Pass Campus

  • September
    24
    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.

Del Rio Campus

  • September
    22
    11:30am
    Gaming at the Library
    Level Up Your Lunch Break! Ready to game? Join us for Gaming at the Library at the Del Rio Campus on Tuesday, September 22nd, at 11:30 am. Grab some friends, pick your favorite game, and get ready for some fun! Play. Compete. Have Fun. Repeat. Whether you're a gaming pro or just looking for a fun way to take a break, come hang out and game with us!
  • September
    25
    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.

Crystal City Campus

  • September
    22
    12:00pm
    National Ice Cream Cone Day
    Sweet treats and sweet support! Join us for National Ice Cream Cone Day at The Scoop Station and enjoy a FREE ice cream cone while connecting with resources, registration updates, important deadlines, campus events, and more. We'll be at the Campus Lobby on Tuesday, September 22nd at 12:00 pm, while supplies last. Come grab a cone, get the scoop, and stay in the know!
  • September
    22
    09:00am
    Library Sweet Donuts and Student IDs
    Donuts, Student IDs & Library Finds! Stop by the Crystal City Library on Tuesday, September 22nd, for a sweet treat and a chance to explore all the library has to offer! Grab a donut, get your Student ID made if you haven’t already, and browse our collection of interesting books. There’s something for everyone! Donuts available while supplies last.
  • September
    25
    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.

Pearsall Campus

  • September
    25
    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.

Hondo Campus

  • September
    25
    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 South Texas Regional Training Center, Room 118, 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.

Registration

Registration for 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 to registration. Please be sure to make a payment or set up a payment plan using eCashier.   Registrar Today

Payment Due

The payment deadline for the Fall 2026 2nd 8 Week Semester is Friday, October 2nd, 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 is Monday, October 12th. 

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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 2026 1st 8 Week Semester Exams take place Thursday, October 8th.

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