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Are you seeking immediate course recommendations for the upcoming semester? Join us on one of our Drop-In Planning sessions and get academic guidance in just 15-20 minutes.

What is Drop-In Planning?

It's a streamlined approach designed especially for first-year students. Get a quick 15-20 minutes with a First-Year Advisor to plan your upcoming semester's courses. For in-depth, long-range planning, please visit our Personalized Academic Planning page.    

Why Choose Drop-In Planning?

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  • Flexible Access: No need for prior appointments. Just show up on the designated days and get the advice you need.  
  • Focused Attention: Even if it's quick, we ensure thorough academic guidance tailored for your next semester.  

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  • Checking In: Drop-In Planning starts times vary by date. Students should check-in and join the queue as close to the start time as possible.   
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  • Capacity Management: We'll close the queue once we reach our capacity. To ensure all students in the queue receive assistance before the event concludes, it's recommended to check in as early as possible.  

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do i have to be a texas state student to take online self-paced courses.

No. Enrollment in online self-paced courses does not require official admission to the university. Courses are open to all those who meet departmental and course prerequisites and  Texas Success Initiative Program  (TSIP) requirements. 

Can I receive financial aid for an online self-paced course?

No. Online self-paced courses do not qualify for federal financial aid. However, we accept third-party billing to cover a percentage of the total cost. More information can be found at the  Financial Assistance page .

I just registered for my online self-paced course. Now what?

After students register for their online self-paced course in Texas State Self-Service; see instructions for registering on the  Registering for Correspondence page . Once students register, they will be manually input into their Canvas course. 

Note: Payment is due immediately, via the Student Business Services portal, for Online Self-Paced courses.  If payment is not received within 24 hours or enrollment, you will be dropped from the online self-paced class.

Once you are input into your online self-paced course, a Welcome Email will be sent to your  Bobcat Mail  account. This Welcome Email highlights important information that you need to know about your online self-paced course. To access your  Bobcat Mail , you will use your NetID and Password.

You will access your course through  Canvas . On your Canvas homepage, click "Dashboard" or "Courses" on the left-side menu of the page. You can search for your online self-paced course page there.

Now you're ready to start your course!

What is Texas State doing about privacy in distance education?

Texas State has written policies and procedures for protecting the privacy of all students enrolled in all courses and programs, including distance education. These policies formally incorporate the  Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)  and applicable laws and regulations. University policies include:

Access to Student Records Pursuant to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974  

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Texas State provides a notice regarding the privacy rights of students as well as information on how data is collected on its website. See complete explanations on the following:

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Will my course transfer to another school for credit toward my degree?

Texas State University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). Therefore, credit earned at Texas State is accepted by most institutions of higher education. However, you should consult your school before enrolling in a correspondence self-paced course to ensure that, upon successful completion of the course, credit earned will transfer and apply to your degree.

What academic honesty policies cover online self-paced course?

The  Texas State Academic Honor Code  applies to all Texas State students, including online self-paced students, as well as all courses, programs and academic activities at the university. Course syllabi and other information typically include a statement about the importance of academic integrity. If you are unsure or have any questions, feel free to talk with your instructors or other trusted staff on campus, including a member of the Honor Code Council. Take a moment to review the Honor Code, the policy that outlines the process for students, faculty, and others when an honor code violation is suspected, and the Honor Code Council's website for enhancing awareness on our campus:

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The  Honor Code  serves as an affirmation that the University demands the highest standard of integrity in all actions related to the academic community. As stated in the  Texas State Student Handbook ,  Violation of the Honor Code  includes, but is not limited to, cheating on an examination or other academic work, plagiarism, collusion, and the abuse of resource materials.

Does being enrolled in an online self-paced course qualify me for a student loan deferment?

No, it does not. You must officially be enrolled in a university or college to obtain a student loan deferment on the basis of current enrollment at a university or college. For more information about the rules for student loan deferment, contact the financial aid office at your educational institution.

Is the number of online self-paced course credit hours counted in determining the number of hours I'm enrolled in each semester?

Since you are technically not admitted to Texas State when enrolled in an online self-paced course, and your enrollment is not term-based, your course is not considered when determining either the number of hours you're enrolled in each semester. Nor does your course affect your status as a full-time or part-time student, except in the semester in which you complete the course, when it is counted in your total semester load.

How many credit hours can I take via online self-paced courses?

At Texas State, students may apply up to 18 hours of credit from online self-paced study courses to a Texas State degree.

What are the directions to your office?

Refer to the  Office Location page  for driving directions to our office and for information on where to park on the Texas State campus.

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What do i need to know about online self-paced courses after registration.

Check out the self-paced course online  Orientation Video  to help you get started in your course. 

Note: If your course in in Canvas, please review  this Online Orientation Video  to help get you started.

How can I contact my instructor?

Contact your instructor by e-mail, using the Canvas Mail Tool in your course.

Do you offer tutoring?

Yes. A variety of free tutoring resources are available for students enrolled in Texas State online self-paced courses. Visit the  Tutoring page  for more information.

How long does it take for an assignment to be graded and returned to me?

Instructors may take up to ten (10) working days to grade assignments and exams once they receive them from our office. Instructors often will return graded assignments more rapidly, but at certain times during the year, such as holidays and at the end of the semester, you can expect that the turn-around time on assignments may take longer.

How many assignments may I submit at one time?

Generally speaking, you may not submit more than two assignments per week. Some instructors, however, may require you to submit only one assignment per week or to receive a previous assignment's grade and feedback before submitting a subsequent assignment. To find out if your instructor has different requirements, consult the information in the Syllabus of your course. If the instructor doesn't specify any assignment submission limits, then you may not submit more than two assignments per week. Please note that it is of great benefit to you to submit one assignment at a time and to wait to receive graded assignments, so that you can read comments from the instructor before submitting subsequent assignments.

If I submit an assignment on Saturday or Sunday, what day counts as the assignment submission date?

If you submit an assignment on a Saturday or Sunday, the Office of Online and Extended Programs records your assignment as submitted on the following Monday.

How can I speed up the grading process?

Plan your course schedule effectively and begin completing coursework promptly after your enrollment. Instructors are given up to a week to grade each assignment submission, so plan for this assignment grading time. Students who begin their courses promptly after enrollment are more likely to complete courses successfully.

Course Completion or Non-Completion and Final Course Grades

Does an online self-paced course grade replace a previous course grade earned either on campus or via online self-paced course.

Yes. Once the Texas State registrar receives your online self-paced course grade, that grade replaces any previous grade earned for the course.

Does an online self-paced course count toward my GPA?

Yes. At Texas State, an online self-paced course counts toward your GPA. Policies vary among different universities, so if you are not a Texas State student, be sure to find out from your university what the policy is regarding this at your school.

What happens if I do not finish my online self-paced course before my expiration date?

You will receive an "NC" in place of a grade for your course.  This will display on your transcript as "NC," signifying it was not completed.  However, this can be avoided by dropping your course and forfeiting your course payment.  You are encouraged to stay organized and work hard to complete your course in the allotted time.

How do I drop my online self-paced course?

Please review the following information from the Registrar's Office: https://www.registrar.txst.edu/registration/reg-home/drop-class.html  

What semester will my course grade apply to?

Visit the Texas State Academic Calendar to determine when grades are due from faculty for the full term – typically stated as “Grades Due (Full Term).”

 Our online self-paced course instructors have up to 10 business days to grade assessments and exams. Therefore, if you complete your course 10 business days prior to when grades are due for the semester, then grades will apply to that semester. If you complete your course fewer than 10 business days prior to when grades are due for the semester, then the grade may apply to the following semester.

For example, for the Fall 2023 semester, grades are due December 11, 2023. If you complete your course on December 1, 2023, your grade will apply to the Fall 2023 semester. If you complete your course on December 2, 2023, your grade may apply to the Spring 2024 semester.

Trump wins the Michigan Republican primary

Former President Donald Trump has won Michigan’s Republican primary, NBC News projects.

The victory continues Trump’s dominant run through this year’s presidential primaries and caucuses, despite the lingering candidacy of former United Nations Ambassador Nikki Haley. 

Michigan is a two-part nominating contest for the GOP. Only 16 of the state’s 55 delegates to the Republican National Convention will be awarded based on Tuesday’s primary results. The remaining delegates will be decided at a state party convention Saturday.

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Trump called in to a Michigan GOP watch party in Grand Rapids shortly after the race was called to thank supporters.

“We have a very simple task — we have to win on Nov. 5,” Trump, referring to the general election, told the crowd by phone. “We win Michigan, we win the whole thing.”

Trump’s influence in the state remains deep. He was heavily involved in the 2022 midterms, endorsing a slate of statewide candidates who won their primaries with his help — but all of whom all lost in the general election.

At a Feb. 17 rally in Waterford Township, his only pre-primary rally in Michigan, Trump largely looked past the contest and focused on a November rematch with President Joe Biden. 

“We want to send a signal, but we want to win Nov. 5,” he added. “Nov. 5, we’re going to get this guy out. We’re going to change our country. We’re going to bring our country back.”

Haley campaigned Sunday in the Detroit suburb of Troy and Monday in Grand Rapids. Winless in every primary and caucus ahead of Tuesday — including in her home state of South Carolina — she has been focusing more on what she sees as Trump’s lack of electability this fall. She has emphasized how she received nearly 40% of the vote in South Carolina and suggested her vote share indicated problems for Trump.

Hours before the polls closed in Michigan, Haley spokesperson Olivia Perez-Cubas sought to drastically lower expectations , suggesting that even a 10% share would signal an “appetite” for a Trump alternative in the GOP. When early results showed Haley losing Michigan by an even wider margin than past contests, Perez-Cubas reinforced that assertion.

“Joe Biden is losing about 20% of the Democratic vote today, and many say it’s a sign of his weakness in November,” Perez-Cubas said. “Donald Trump is losing about 35% of the vote. That’s a flashing warning sign for Trump in November.”

The primary and Saturday’s convention come amid major turmoil for the Michigan Republican Party . A judge on Tuesday intervened in a long-building dispute between former Rep. Pete Hoekstra, whom the Republican National Committee has recognized as the new state party chair, and Kristina Karamo, who was ousted from that role by activists unhappy with her management.

Karamo had refused to give up the post. She also had vowed to go ahead with plans for a rival GOP convention Saturday in Detroit — Hoekstra is holding his convention in Grand Rapids — but Tuesday's court order prohibits her from conducting party business.

Trump had endorsed Hoekstra, his former ambassador to the Netherlands. The former president congratulated Hoekstra on his court victory during the call to the watch party Tuesday night.

“When we finally get access to all of the information from the previous leadership of the Republican Party, we’re not going to find a campaign plan,” Hoekstra said last week in an interview. “And I’m expecting we’re not going to find any financial resources. And so, yeah ... we’ve got eight months to do what a political party normally does in 18 to 20 months.”

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Henry J. Gomez is a senior national political reporter for NBC News.

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Federal judge blocks law that allows police to arrest migrants suspected of entering U.S. illegally

AUSTIN, Texas -- A federal judge in Austin on Thursday halted a new state law that would allow Texas police to arrest people suspected of crossing the Texas-Mexico border illegally.

The law, Senate Bill 4 , was scheduled to take effect Tuesday. U.S. District Judge David Ezra issued a preliminary injunction that will keep it from being enforced while a court battle continues playing out. Texas is being sued by the federal government and several immigration advocacy organizations.

Ezra said in his order Thursday that the federal government "will suffer grave irreparable harm" if the law took effect because it could inspire other states to pass their own immigration laws, creating an inconsistent patchwork of rules about immigration, which has historically been upheld as being solely within the jurisdiction of the federal government.

"SB 4 threatens the fundamental notion that the United States must regulate immigration with one voice," Ezra wrote.

Gov. Greg Abbott signed SB 4 in December, marking Texas' latest attempt to try to deter people from crossing the Rio Grande after several years of historic numbers of migrants arriving at the Texas-Mexico border.

The law seeks to make illegally crossing the border a Class B misdemeanor, carrying a punishment of up to six months in jail. Repeat offenders could face a second-degree felony with a punishment of two to 20 years in prison.

The law also seeks to require state judges to order migrants returned to Mexico if they are convicted; local law enforcement would be responsible for transporting migrants to the border. A judge could drop the charges if a migrant agrees to return to Mexico voluntarily.

Not long after the ruling, Abbott said he planned to immediately appeal the decision, writing in a statement, "We will not back down in our fight to protect our state-and our nation-from President Biden's border crisis. The President of the United States has a constitutional duty to enforce federal laws protecting States, including laws already on the books that mandate the detention of illegal immigrants. Texas has the right to defend itself because of President Biden's ongoing failure to fulfill his duty to protect our state from the invasion at our southern border. Even from the bench, this District Judge acknowledged that this case will ultimately be decided by the U.S. Supreme Court."

Roughly 20 minutes after Abbott's statement, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton said he immediately appealed the ruling.

"We have appealed this incorrect decision. Texas has a clear right to defend itself from the drug smugglers, human traffickers, cartels, and legions of illegal aliens crossing into our State as a consequence of the Biden Administration's deliberate policy choices," said Attorney General Paxton. "I will do everything possible to defend Texas's right to defend herself against the catastrophic illegal invasion encouraged by the federal government," Paxton said.

Prior to the appeal, Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo issued comments as well about Thursday's ruling.

"I am in full support of this ruling. SB 4 is nothing more than a political stunt that dehumanizes immigrants and creates a culture of racial profiling and police mistrust in communities across Texas, especially within our Hispanic communities. Our immigration system's challenges urgently need a solution and we need more efficient, fairer and clearer policies. But SB 4 is not that solution. Instead of using immigrants as political tools, let's work toward bipartisan immigration policy that keeps us safe and targets bad actors like human smugglers, while allowing sufficient paths for legal immigration and a sustainable workforce," Hidalgo said.

In December, the American Civil Liberties Union, the ACLU of Texas and the Texas Civil Rights Project sued Texas on behalf of El Paso County and two immigrant rights organizations - El Paso-based Las Americas Immigrant Advocacy Center and Austin-based American Gateways - over the new state law. The following month, the U.S. Department of Justice filed its lawsuit against Texas. The lawsuits have since been combined.

During a court hearing on Feb. 15 in Austin, the Department of Justice argued that SB 4 is unconstitutional because courts have ruled that immigration solely falls under the federal government's authority.

The lawyer representing Texas, Ryan Walters, argued that the high number of migrants arriving at the border - some of them smuggled by drug cartels - constitutes an invasion and Texas has a right to defend itself under Article I, Section 10 of the U.S. Constitution, which prohibits states from engaging in war on their own "unless actually invaded."

Ezra said that he "is not unsympathetic to the concerns raised by Abbott," but appeared unconvinced by Walters' argument.

"I haven't seen, and the state of Texas can't point me to any type of military invasion in Texas," Ezra said. "I don't see evidence that Texas is at war."

As they awaited the judge's ruling, immigrant rights advocates around the state said they are worried that SB 4 could lead to border residents' rights being violated.

"If allowed to take effect, S.B. 4 will blatantly disregard due process and put our border communities and immigrant communities throughout the state at risk, opening the door for racial profiling, baseless arrests, and unlawful deportation of our families, friends, and neighbors," said Aron Thorn, senior attorney for the Beyond Border Program at Texas Civil Rights Project.

Edna Yang, co-executive director at American Gateways, said that SB 4 does not fix "our broken immigration system" and it will divide communities.

"It is a law based on xenophobia and racism and it does not make our communities safer," she said.

David Donatti, senior staff attorney at the ACLU of Texas, said the law would "permanently create a separate system of mass migrant incarceration that is rife with civil rights abuses and wastes billions of taxpayer dollars."

"No state has the right to unilaterally decide who gets to be American," he said. "Doing so violates the Constitution, undermines human rights, and damages international relations."

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University of Cincinnati names College of Nursing dean

Alicia ribar, phd, will serve as the 19th dean of the nursing college.

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Alicia Ribar, PhD, has been selected to serve as dean of the University of Cincinnati (UC) College of Nursing, effective July 1, pending approval of the UC Board of Trustees. She currently serves as professor and executive associate dean for academics and accreditation at the University of South Carolina (USC).

Ribar joined USC in 2016 serving as interim director of Master of Science in Nursing/Doctor of Nursing Practice programs, assistant dean for graduate studies and was named associate dean for academic affairs in 2020. She is the chief academic officer, providing leadership in the strategic development and implementation of curricula and budgets for the on-line, hybrid and face-to-face academic programs. Ribar also oversees USC’s Center for Simulation and Experiential Learning, Office of Clinical Education, Office of Distributed Learning, Office of Student Affairs and Global Nursing Education programs.

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“Alicia Ribar is a distinguished scholar and proven leader who can conceptualize and articulate a vision to increase academic outcomes,” says Valerio Ferme, PhD, executive vice president for academic affairs and provost at UC. “She is student-focused and prioritizes the well-being of others. I look forward to Alicia’s collaborative work to advance the College of Nursing.”

Prior to USC, Ribar served as director of nurse practitioner programs and the associate degree in nursing to Master of Science in Nursing programs at Otterbein University. She began her 30-year nursing career in 1991 serving as a registered nurse, then triage coordinator and nurse practitioner. Her clinical practice specialties include education and management of diabetes and hypertension, pediatric and adolescent well care and women’s health. 

“I am excited and honored to be part of such a prestigious institution and college with a long-standing commitment to excellence in nursing education,” says Ribar. “I look forward to contributing to the university’s vibrant academic community and working alongside dedicated faculty, staff, students, alumni and community partners to further advance the field of nursing and impact healthcare in the region.”

Ribar is a certified nurse educator and family nurse practitioner. She is a published author and has received numerous grants focusing on pedagogical approaches in nursing educational delivery, design and training, specifically impacting rural and underserved populations. Ribar earned a doctorate degree in philosophy from Duquesne University, a Master of Science (Family Nurse Practitioner) from Wright State University and a bachelor’s degree in nursing from the University of Toledo.

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The University of Cincinnati College of Nursing is a top-ranked college dedicated to providing innovative nursing education and research opportunities. The college offers more than 30 specialty programs at the bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral levels and is nationally recognized for its academic standards, diversity, equity and inclusion efforts, technology application and research activity. We educate our students to put patients first, abide by ethical standards, innovate, open themselves to change and meet new workplace demands.

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Bobcat Day Schedule

Below is a general list of the times for sessions and activities you will find at Bobcat Day. A detailed, printed program will be provided to attendees on the day of the event.

Plan Your Day

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Video for the next scheduled Bobcat Day will be posted during the week before the event. Please check back.

Check-in / Sign-up

8 a.m. to 10 a.m..

Check in online using your mobile phone (location services must be on in your mobile browser) or in person at the LBJ Student Center, then pick up a schedule and a free T-shirt. Not signed up? Walk-ins are welcome to sign up on site!

Information Sessions

8 a.m. to 1:15 p.m..

Attend 30-minute information sessions that offer details about Texas State admissions, housing, First-Year Advising, majors, and more. Session times and locations can be found in the program.

Academic Majors & Student Services Fair

9 a.m. to noon.

This is your opportunity to visit with faculty, staff, and students about the programs and services available at Texas State. Browse the tables set up in the two ballrooms on the third floor of the LBJ Student Center.

Campus Tours

8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m..

Take a self-paced walking tour of the campus. Visit designated stops to hear campus information and history from student tour guides. Tours guiados en español disponibles a las 9 a.m. y 11 a.m.

Lunch on Your Own

10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m..

Lunch options are available for purchase in any of our campus dining areas. Choose from food-court-style dining or the "all-you-care-to-eat" options available at two dining halls. NOTE: Jones Dining Center is cashless and only accepts credit/debit payments.

Residence Hall Visits

Noon to 3 p.m..

Select residence halls will be open for guided tours. Stretch your legs by walking between halls or hop on the Bobcat Day Shuttle. Guided tours will be available at the following halls (subject to change):

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On April 8, 2024, Austin will experience a once in a lifetime total solar eclipse in the path of totality. Stay close to home when viewing the eclipse. Because of the total solar eclipse and other events happening in Austin of April 6, 7, and 8, 2024, a higher volume of visitors is expected to be in the city over the weekend and extending into Monday. Expect travel times to take longer than usual. 

Most of the city is in the path of totality, except for few parts of southeast Austin; however, where you see the eclipse from will impact the experience. The start and end time of totality and the length of time the sky is dark is determined by location within the path of totality. The length of time in totality in Austin can vary from as little as 19 seconds at southeastern edge of the eclipse pathway, to as great as 3 minutes in some parts of west Austin. 

All 50 states (excluding most of Alaska) will experience a partial solar eclipse on April 8, but the path of totality is only 115 miles wide. The path of totality will pass over portions of Mexico and the United States, ending in Canada. The center of the 115-mile-wide path is very near Austin which is why most of Austin will experience some amount of darkness. 

Austin won’t be in the path of totality again for another 319 years. The next total solar eclipse that will take place in the United States of America is in 2044 and only portions of the Dakotas and Montana will be in the zone of totality. In 2045, a total solar eclipse will occur with the path of totality just grazing the Texas panhandle. The southern tip of the state will be in the path of totality in 2052.

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  26. Bobcat Day Schedule : Undergraduate Admissions : Texas State ...

    Academic Majors & Student Services Fair 9 a.m. to Noon. This is your opportunity to visit with faculty, staff, and students about the programs and services available at Texas State. Browse the tables set up in the two ballrooms on the third floor of the LBJ Student Center.

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