Texas State HOUSING GUIDE

Texas State: Contracts & Exemptions

Russ Ethridge, REALTOR®
The short answer

A signed contract covers the full academic year, whether residence was required or optional. Read its cancellation and refund terms before committing.

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How long does a Texas State housing contract last?

A signed contract covers the full academic year, whether residence was required or optional. Read its cancellation and refund terms before committing.

Texas State housing policy and contract · Checked 2026-09-06

Should I request an exemption before signing a housing contract?

Yes. The exemption process applies before a housing contract is submitted. Once you have a contract, use the cancellation request process instead.

Texas State exemptions, cancellations and room changes · Checked 2026-09-06

Can my student commute from a parent’s home?

Texas State allows requests to commute from a parent or legal guardian’s permanent home within 50 driving miles. Submit the required exemption documentation; another relative’s address is not automatically eligible.

Texas State Housing frequently asked questions · Texas State exemptions, cancellations and room changes · Checked 2026-09-06

When should an exemption request be submitted?

Submit a complete request at least three weeks before new-student orientation. A late or incomplete request may delay class registration.

Texas State Housing frequently asked questions · Checked 2026-09-06

Sources & editorial context

University housing information is organized from the linked sources, with its original review date shown. Rates, deadlines and availability can change; use the applicable academic year and check the source before committing. CollegeHousing.ai is independent of Texas State University.

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Russ Ethridge, REALTOR® at eXp Realty, LLC, is the local real estate contact. Matt Dean, NEXA Lending, NMLS #227603, is the financing contact.