STUDENT RESOURCES
Student resources directory
The services your tuition already pays for — and how to reach them. Curated from the official Texas State University resources page.
🚨 Emergency & safety
Save these numbers in your first week. In immediate danger, always call 911 first.
Emergency (nationwide)
Police, fire and medical emergencies — free, 24/7.
☎ 911University Police (UPD)
TXST’s own sworn police force, patrolling campus 24/7.
☎ 512.245.2805↗ txst.eduTXState Alerts
Register for emergency and severe weather alerts by SMS/email.
↗ txst.eduBobcat Safe Rides
Safe transport for students during late hours.
☎ 512.245.1689↗ txst.eduBobcat Guardian
Free safety app creating a virtual safety network when you walk alone.
↗ txst.eduSuicide & Crisis Lifeline (988)
24/7 support for anyone in emotional crisis.
☎ 988↗ txst.eduCrisis Text Line
Free 24/7 mental health support by text — message 741741.
↗ txst.eduLost and Found
Search found items or report something lost on campus.
↗ txst.edu🩺 Health & wellbeing
Most of these are covered by the medical fee included in your tuition — use them before any outside clinic.
University Health Services
On-campus clinic: consultations, lab tests, X-rays, immunisations, pharmacy.
☎ 512.245.2161↗ txst.eduCounseling Center
Free confidential counselling, with groups for international students.
☎ 512.245.2208↗ txst.eduTimelyCare
24/7 virtual medical and mental health care for TXST students.
↗ txst.eduCampus Recreation
Gym, pools, climbing wall and fitness classes — free for students.
☎ 512.245.2940↗ txst.eduBobcat Bounty
Free food pantry for students, staff and the community.
☎ 512.245.2155↗ txst.eduDining on Campus
Dining halls and meal plans across campus.
☎ 512.245.9930↗ txst.edu📚 Academics & learning support
All free for enrolled students — use them early, not after your grades slip.
Student Learning Assistance Center (SLAC)
Free tutoring in maths, sciences, economics and more.
☎ 512.245.2515↗ txst.eduWriting Center
One-to-one essay feedback — invaluable for international students.
☎ 512.245.3018↗ txst.eduAcademic Advising
Course selection, graduation planning and changing majors.
↗ txst.eduMath CATS
Dedicated mathematics tutoring centre.
☎ 512.245.2551↗ txst.eduAlkek Library
Group study rooms, computers, laptop loans and research support.
☎ 512.245.2686↗ txst.eduPeer Mentoring
Guidance from senior students on study and settling in.
↗ txst.eduBobcats Bounce Back (B3)
Support for students returning to good academic standing.
↗ txst.eduProgram & course catalog
Every program, course and graduation requirement.
↗ txst.edu🌏 For international students
The offices you must know to keep your F-1 status valid.
International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS)
SEVIS check-in, I-20, CPT/OPT, travel signatures and immigration advising. Office: J.C. Kellam, Room 314.
☎ 512.245.7966↗ txst.eduEducation Abroad
Exchange and international study programmes.
☎ 512.245.1967↗ txst.eduOffice of Disability Services (ODS)
Accommodations and equal access support.
☎ 512.245.3451↗ txst.eduTXST One Stop
One desk for financial aid, tuition and registration.
☎ 512.245.8978↗ txst.edu💰 Money & scholarships
International students are not eligible for federal aid, but merit scholarships and emergency funds exist.
Financial Aid and Scholarships
The university’s scholarship and aid hub.
☎ 512.245.8978↗ txst.eduBobcat Online Scholarship System (BOSS)
One application for many scholarships.
↗ txst.eduStudent Business Services
Tuition billing, refunds and payment plans.
↗ txst.eduBobcat Gold
Personal finance education and coaching for students.
↗ txst.eduCARE Center Emergency Funding
Emergency help for basic needs during a crisis.
☎ 512.245.2124↗ txst.eduLong-term Laptop Request
28-day laptop loan for students in hardship.
↗ txst.edu💼 Careers & employment
F-1 students may work on campus up to 20 hours per week; CPT/OPT requires prior ISSS approval.
Career Services
Career planning, CV reviews, mock interviews and job fairs.
☎ 512.245.2645↗ txst.eduCareer Closet
Affordable professional attire for interviews.
↗ txst.eduStudent Employment
The portal for on-campus student jobs.
↗ txst.eduBureau of Labor Statistics
Salary and outlook data for 800+ U.S. occupations.
↗ txst.edu🎓 Student life & community
The fastest cure for a lonely first semester: join at least one student organisation.
Housing & Residential Life
Hall applications, room changes and on-campus housing services.
☎ 512.245.4663↗ txst.eduBobcat Student Organization Hub
Hundreds of clubs and events — sign up here.
↗ txst.eduStudent Involvement and Engagement
Community activities, events and student organisations.
☎ 512.245.3219↗ txst.eduTXST Athletics
Bobcats schedules — competing in the Pac-12 from July 2026.
↗ txst.eduBobcat Shuttle
Free buses around campus and student apartment areas.
↗ txst.eduCampus Maps
Interactive maps for the San Marcos and Round Rock campuses.
↗ txst.edu💻 Technology & accounts
Every university digital service uses your NetID with Duo two-factor authentication.
Not sure where to start?
The International Office supports students and families throughout their studies — not only at application time.