During this time of COVID-19, we are taking steps to provide a safe and enjoyable visit for everyone. Visit our Plan Your Visit page to see what we are doing and what we expect from you.
Campus Tours
When you get here, you'll feel it. It's more than the breathtaking beauty of our campus. It's the energy of our people and the excitement they generate. Our student tour guides will show you the heart of our San Marcos campus. They'll share their experiences as Bobcats and insights about all things that make Texas State special.
On-campus and virtual tours are now available
Options include student-guided or self-guided walking tours, a driving tour or a fully online video tour. See details below.
Tour Registration and Times
Tour groups are being limited to 9 or fewer, so we ask that you register in advance before coming to campus. If the date you're looking for isn’t available, please check back.
Tours of our San Marcos campus are available Monday - Friday at 9 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. For information about touring our Round Rock Campus, contact the Alumni and Future Student Welcome Center.
If you're wanting to bring 10 or more people, please visit our Large Group Tour page.
Sign up for an on-campus tour or explore additional tour options below.
Online Virtual Tour Option
An online video presentation and virtual tours of our San Marcos and Round Rock campuses are available. Get information about the university and explore our beautiful, historic campus online.
NEW! Driving Tour Option
Take a tour of our San Marcos and Round Rock campuses in your car. We'll provide a map, driving directions and a short video presentation for each stop along the way. Great for weekend visits.
Tips for a Great Visit
- We recommend that all prospective students register individually.
- Explore campus before you arrive using our fully interactive online campus map.
- Visit campus while classes are in session to get a true feel for what the Texas State experience is like.
- Residence Hall tours are available only during Bobcat Days.
- Your tour will be a walking tour of campus so dress for the weather and wear comfortable walking shoes.
- Not able to attend? You may cancel or reschedule your visit online.
Large Group Tours
The Texas State Welcome Center welcomes many groups to campus every year. We provide information and campus tours to various large or sponsored groups interested in visiting campus.
Group visits are held most weekdays, year-round. To provide you with the best possible service, we ask that you register your group at least three weeks in advance. One of our Welcome Center specialists will contact you.
We are only able to accommodate up to 80 students, and we require one chaperone per every 10 students attending.
Additional Information
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Verification Notes for School
The Office of Undergraduate Admissions and the Welcome Center will provide verification forms or sign school notes only for those students who take an official on-campus tour or who meet with an admissions counselor. If you forgot to get a school note when you visited, request one below.
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Accommodations
If you require accommodations due to an injury or disability in order to participate in your scheduled campus tour, no problem! We've got you covered — please contact the Welcome Center by calling 512.245.8871 or emailing the Welcome Center at least 72 hours prior to your tour.
Mobility Accommodations
The Texas State campus is wheelchair and scooter accessible, and we will be glad to provide assistance to anyone who needs help finding their way around campus via accessible routes. Unfortunately, there is no place on our campus to rent or secure a wheelchair or scooter.
Interpreting Services
If someone in your party is in need of an interpreter, please contact Interpreter Services at 512.245.8374.
Texas State and the surrounding community are constantly growing and improving. This often means that there will be construction on and around the campus. We ask you to be patient and allow yourself extra time to arrive. Use our interactive map to see what areas of campus are under construction.
Questions?
Contact the Alumni and Future Students Welcome Center for additional information about campus tours and events.