Free College Application Week
- What
- Free College Application Week
- When
- 10/18/2025
Free College Application Week
Texas Education Code, §61.0731, establishes the second full week of October as Free College Application Week for Texas residents. Created by Senate Bill 2231 during the 89th Texas Legislative Session, 2025, all public colleges and universities in Texas are required to waive admission application fees for Texas residents who apply through ApplyTexas to undergraduate programs. For the first year, Free College Application Week will take place from October 13-19, 2025. Applications must be submitted through ApplyTexas by 11:59 p.m. CST on the last day of Free College Application Week to qualify. Applications that are started but not submitted will not be eligible.
Who can participate?All Texas residents applying for undergraduate admission at Texas public institutions through ApplyTexas may participate. This includes first-time college students and transfer students. For details on residency status, see the Texas Residency Guidelines. Frequently Asked Questions Click ���� Here!Direct Admissions Click |
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