Starting at 12:00 a.m. CDT on Monday and ending at 11:59 p.m. CDT on Sunday. During this period, eligible students can apply to participating institutions through the ApplyTexas Portal with application fees completely waived.
Key Details & Eligibility
Dates: October 12–18, 2026.
Who Qualifies: Texas residents applying for undergraduate admission (including first-time freshmen, returning, visiting, and transfer students) to public colleges, universities, community colleges, or trade/technical schools in Texas.
Exclusions: Graduate and professional degree programs are not included in the fee waiver.
Where to Apply: You must submit your applications through the official ApplyTexas Portal. Applications submitted through other platforms or outside these dates may not qualify.
Note on Fees: You might still see fee notices or payment instructions during the active application process, but eligible resident submissions during this week will have their fees waived automatically.
How to Participate
Prepare Materials: Gather your high school transcripts, test scores (if required), coursework details, and any required personal essays.
Visit the Portal: Go to ApplyTexas to create or log in to your account.
Complete Applications: Answer the screening questions, select your target public institutions, and fill out your undergraduate program details.
Submit on Time: Ensure you formally submit your applications before 11:59 p.m. CDT on October 18, 2026. Additional guidance is available via the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.
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