Welcome to Student Health Services
Stephenville
Location: Traditions North Hall, First Floor
Clinic Hours: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday – Friday, closed on university holidays
We are available for phone consultations, Telehealth appointments, as well as face-to-face appointments during normal clinic hours. For an appointment call 254-968-9271.
Fort Worth, Waco, and Online
Online students located in Texas are welcome to call our office to set up a Telehealth appointment.
Students have access to TimelyCare a free 24/7 system that allows them to receive medical care anytime, anyplace.
Make your appointment by phone (254) 968-9271.
Appointments
Tarleton State Student Health Services is available to currently enrolled students who have paid the Student Health Fee. This includes Stephenville campus, Fort Worth, and Waco Learning Centers, as well as remote students in Texas.
Our in-house providers are licensed in Texas. Students out of state or traveling to another state can use TimelyCare and have access to a provider within all 50 states. At this time, we are not aware of TimelyCare being able to treat internationally.
All students are able to use both the Fort Worth and Stephenville locations as needed.
If you make an appointment and cannot keep it, please call or you will be charged a $20 no show fee and will automatically be billed to your Tarleton State account. Any other fees incurred will be billed to the student’s Tarleton State account.
Meningitis vaccines are available at the University Health Center. For more information on meningitis, check out this health advisory. Additional information on submitting meningitis vaccines can be found on the Admissions website.
Mission Statement
The Mission of Student Health Services is to maintain or restore the health of the students of Tarleton State University to maximum capability to enable them to achieve their academic goals. It is the intent of Student Health Services to deliver quality medical care in a cost-effective manner in treating acute illnesses or injuries, evaluating and treating acute exacerbation of chronic illnesses, and referral to appropriate medical care for those medical problems that lie beyond the scope of treatment at Student Health Services. It is also part of the mission to provide education that will have long-term benefits to enable the students to be productive members of society.
Keep healthy. WASH your hands.
Continue your allergy injections while on campus!
Normal Business Hours – Stephenville, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
FAQs
Do I have to call ahead? Are walk-in appointments available?
University Health Center is just like a doctor’s office back home. To serve all students efficiently, please schedule an appointment rather than walk in. This helps us maximize the time students spend with the provider while minimizing wait time. Students who call early in the morning will typically be seen the same day if there is an opening. Patients who walk in without an appointment will be scheduled at the next available time.
Why am I asked to arrive 10 minutes before my appointment time?
Students are asked to arrive early to complete any required paperwork and insurance information.
What health information should I bring to the University Health Center?
- Insurance Cards, if applicable.
- Parents’ birth dates, including the year (for insurance purposes).
- Past medical history or surgeries.
- A list of current medications.
- A list of drug, food, or environmental allergies.
- Family medical history (i.e., cancer, diabetes, hypertension, heart disease).
What if I have a chronic medical condition?
- Make an appointment early in the semester.
- Send relevant medical records to the University Health Center.
- Establish a relationship with one of our primary care providers (maintain continuity of care).
- Send relevant medical records to the University Health Center, addressed to Attention: Medical Director.
Who will I see for my appointment?
Depending on the nature of the student’s appointment, they will be scheduled to see:
- Board Certified Physician
- Certified Nurse Practitioner
- Certified Physician Assistant
What is the class excuse policy?
University Health Center will provide a letter of visit validation for the time the student was in the clinic.
Are well-woman exams done at the University Health Center?
Yes, regular well-woman exams are scheduled throughout the week and take approximately 40 minutes. Costs vary based on age and services rendered during this visit.
Can I receive my allergy shots at the University Health Center?
Yes, as long as the University Health Center has received orders from the provider that prescribes the medication, as well as consent. Students may bring their medication in with them or have it shipped to the University Health Center at the following address: Box T-0360 Stephenville, TX 76402
Are X-rays available at the University Health Center?
Yes, the University Health Center has an on-site X-ray department.
Is HIV/STD testing available?
Yes, an appointment must be made with a provider or nurse clinic who will then order the appropriate testing.
How long does it take to get lab work results back?
Most lab work will be back within 24 hours. Cultures generally take 48-72 hours. Any lab work that must be sent out can take 7-10 days.
Do I pay at the time of my appointment?
No, the University Health Center does not accept cash or cards at the office. Should we need to collect a copay, we will send it to the student’s Texan Bill Pay account. This includes any other service charges that are rendered. It will show on the account as Medical Supplies.
What is the Student Health and Wellness Fee?
The Student Health and Wellness Fee supports essential on-campus care by funding both medical and mental health services for students. This fee is evenly divided, with 50% allocated to the University Health Center and 50% to Student Counseling Services, ensuring balanced support for physical and emotional well-being. Paid each semester by enrolled students through Texan Bill Pay, the fee helps maintain accessible, high-quality resources that promote a healthier, more supported campus community.
Contact Us
Main Office
Box T-0360 Stephenville, TX 76402
Phone : 254-968-9271
Fax : 254-968-9723