Key Dates for the Fall

We hope you had a restful, well-deserved break and are ready to start another great semester at Tarleton State! The fall semester has a range of student activities and traditions for students.

Check out the following important dates happening this fall:

  • Week of Welcome
    August 19-30
  • First Day of Class
    August 19
  • Labor Day
    No Classes, University Closed – September 7
  • Family Weekend
    September 18-19
  • Homecoming
    October 11-17
  • Fall Break
    No Classes – University Open – October 22-24
  • Thanksgiving Break
    No Classes – November 25-28 | University Closed – November 26-28
  • Last Class Day
    December 7
  • Fall Semester Finals Week
    December 9-14
  • Commencement
    December 18-19
  • Winter Break
    University Closed – December 24 – January 1, 2027

We’re happy to have you on campus!

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Highlights of Tarleton State’s Campus!

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ParkMobile

Park. Pay. Go. ParkMobile provides short-term, pay-by-the-hour parking solutions in Green All-Zone lots at the Stephenville and Fort Worth campus. It will also be utilized during large on-campus events.

Download the app to learn more!

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Texan Alert

Texan Alert is the new multichannel crisis communication system at Tarleton State University designed to enhance our emergency communication strategy and ensure comprehensive outreach.

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Washington St.
Parking Garage

The Washington St. parking garage provides 640 parking spaces to be utilized by students, faculty, and staff in Stephenville.

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CARR Shuttle Service

City and Rural Rides provides FREE shuttle services for Tarleton State students, faculty, staff, and the public in Stephenville.

For your convenience, CARR offers frequent stops both on and off campus. Available Monday through Friday, starting 8/19/2026 through 5/15/2027 (closed GP holidays and non-school days).

View Schedule.

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Texan Outfitters

Texan Outfitters serves as Tarleton State’s official provider of spirit gear, apparel, gifts and academic resources. 

Offering an expanded selection of high-quality merchandise, Texan Outfitters offers premium lines such as Horn Legend®, Kendra Scott®, Nike® and Bison Coolers™.

Check out these hot spots on campus!

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Blaze Pizza

Experience a blaze of flavor at Blaze Pizza on campus! Create your own custom artisanal pizza masterpiece with a variety of fresh toppings and high-quality ingredients. Located next door to the Dining Hall.

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Auntie Anne’s

Auntie Anne’s is an on-campus dining option located conveniently inside the Thompson Student Center and features freshly baked soft pretzels, pretzel nuggets, signature dips, drinks and more.

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Chick-fil-A

Indulge in a taste of comfort and quality with Chick-fil-A on campus! This semester Chick-fil-A will have new breakfast offerings. Located at the Texan Food Court at the Thompson Student Center.

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Buffalo Wild Wings

The ultimate game day destination on campus. Located at Tarleton State University, our Buffalo Wild Wings brings the bold flavors and sports energy you love—right to the heart of Stephenville.

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Oscar P’s General Store

Oscar P’s has a variety of grocery and snack options for students, including products from our Meats Lab/Purple Tractor.

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Cowtown Café
(Fort Worth)

New hours and a new menu will provide students on the Fort Worth campus an elevated dining experience.

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Baskin-Robbins and Panera Bread

Conveniently located in the Washington Street Garage, Baskin-Robbins and Panera Bread offer ice cream, fresh-baked pastries, artisan breads, salads, soups and sandwiches to the campus and surrounding community.

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T-Birds

T-Birds is an on-campus fast-casual option located conveniently inside the Thompson Student Center and features a build-your-own style menu that includes burritos, rice bowls, tacos, and nachos.

Keep up with Campus

For more updates and information like this about the upcoming semester and how to get involved, visit the Division of Student Engagement and Success!

The Division of Student Engagement and Success aims to help students have the tools and information they need to succeed at Tarleton State. Such as:

  • Upcoming Events
  • News Services on Campus
  • Links to Commonly Used Resources
  • Campus News & Opportunities
  • Learn More About SES!
  • See additional campus activities below:
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Student Services

health center
University Health Center

Along with physical well-being, the University Health Center creates space for students to focus on their mental and emotional health. The Counseling Center, located in the UHC, provides comprehensive mental health and wellness support, offering individual counseling, group therapy, and brief interventions.

Learn More about the University Health Center
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