Counseling Center, Self-Help, and Therapy Assistance Online
The focus of the Counseling Center is to help students deal with personal and adjustment issues that may interfere with their ability to progress academically to their fullest potential. Students can meet with a counselor for a consultation appointment and receive an assessment of their needs and recommendations for on and off-campus services. Request an initial consultation.
Self-Help Resources & Programs: Self-help materials are not meant to be a substitute for therapy. The tools and resources on this page are intended to support our university and community.
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Visit the Minds Matter Website for additional resources for caring for yourself and each other.
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Therapy Assistance Online (TAO) is an interactive, dy
namic, easy-to-access program that supports anxiety, depression, and other shared concerns.
Free Legal Advice & The Attorney for Students (AFS) Office
AFS serves students by providing them with critical legal counsel, limited-scope representation, and practical education concerning their legal rights and responsibilities. AFS supports student retention by providing legal services by improving students' ability to focus on their education. Student service fees support AFS. There is NO additional cost for legal services. All case information is protected by attorney-client privilege and is treated confidentially by all AFS staff.
Transfer Student Services and Support
The Transfer Center can help you navigate your experience wherever you are on your transfer journey.
Contact us for more information on support services available for transfer students.
Make a Transfer Navigation Appointment for an overview of the transfer process, degree exploration, finding resources, and your next steps. Appointments are available Monday-Friday, 9-4 p.m.
Bobcat Bounty Food Distribution
Bobcat Bounty is the first student-run on-campus food pantry at Texas State University. The aim is to decrease food insecurity by providing healthy food to students, faculty, and administration at Texas State University.
DISTRIBUTION INFORMATION: The pantry takes place every Thursday, from 5-6:30 pm, in the Family and Consumer Sciences building, room 187. Please complete the survey to receive food items. Note this is also the survey for the pantry. Please fill it out each time you visit either of the food distributions.
Services for Veterans and Military-Connected Students
- Military-Connected Student Roadmap to Success.You’ve taken the first step toward
expanding your horizons and pursuing your
dreams. Please use the included checklist to
help you navigate the offices and events
Texas State has to offer military-connected
students as you begin your Bobcat journey,
including everything you need to get your
academic career off to a great start.
Meals for Vets
Veterans age 59 or younger living in Texas who have limited or no financial resources may wish to apply for meal assistance. On-Campus Dining and Home Delivery options are available. Apply here.
About the Student Parent Initiative
The Students Who Are Parents (SWAP) group is a great way to meet other Bobcat parents and connect with relevant resources. If you are a currently enrolled undergraduate or graduate student and also a parent, please join us! We would love to see you at our student parent events and participate in our SWAP Canvas site. To get updates about the events and programs that are going on for student parents, please submit your email address.
SWAP group is here to help student parents form a network with other student parents. To achieve this, the Dean of Students Office CARE Center organizes luncheons and socials for student parents to have an opportunity to get to know each other.
Campus Safety and Emergency Alerts
For real-time alerts and information during emergencies, please visit the University Police Department (UPD) Safety & Emergency communications site.
Mobile Apps at Texas State
- Download the official Texas State University app and get access to improved campus maps, new computer lab availability, an updated academic calendar, shuttles, course scheduling, and so much more. Don't forget to check out other affiliated apps available.
- Duo (formerly NetID 2-Step) is a secure multi-factor authentication method. Two steps are required for successful access. It is a safer way to log into most Texas State online services and increases security for your account and confidential information.
- The Bobcat Shuttle transports students, faculty, staff, and the general public from the remote parking areas and concentrated student population areas in the city of San Marcos to the central campus, as well as provides a means of cross-campus travel and travel to various locations in the town of San Marcos. Keep up with the Bobcat Shuttle via Twitter and DoubleMap for updates and alerts.
DoubleMap Bus Tracker
