Library Hours

The Dick Smith library in Stephenville offers services 106 hours per week and has a 24-hour zone available to everyone with a vaild Tarleton ID card, while the Rickett library is open 71.5 hours weekly. Both Libraries offer access to print collections, reference assistance, circulation services, study rooms, computer workstations, and more.

In addition, the Tarleton libraries offer 24/7 access to online resources like the library catalogdatabasesonline books, and electronic periodicals, as well as online service like checkout renewals, reference email, research tip sheets, interlibrary loan, course reserves, etc.

Library hours vary during University holidays, intersessions, and final exam periods. Updated schedules are posted on the library’s website and the University Calendar.

Dick Smith Library Services Hours

Today’s Hours

Fall & Spring Semesters

  • Monday – Thursday: 7:00 a.m. – 1:00 a.m.
  • Friday: 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
  • Saturday: 12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
  • Sunday: 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 a.m.

Summer Semester

  • Monday – Wednesday: 7:30 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
  • Thursday – Friday: 7:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
  • Saturday: CLOSED
  • Sunday: CLOSED
Students studying at computer desks in a library.

24-hour zone is available to those with a valid Tarleton ID. Service at the Circulation Desk stops 15 minutes before library services closes.

Rickett Library, Tarleton State University – Fort Worth

Today’s Hours

Fall & Spring Semesters

  • Monday – Thursday: 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
  • Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. 
  • Closed Saturday and Sunday

Summer Semesters

  • Monday – Thursday: 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
  • Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
  • Closed Saturday and Sunday
Students studying in a library at computer desks.