Free College Application Week October 13-19

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.

The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) provides Frequently Asked Questions to support educators, students, and families on its website. The week may include relevant college and career events, promotion, and instruction related to Free College Application Week, ApplyTexas, and My Texas Future, as determined by each school system. Learn more at tea.texas.gov.