Texas State HOUSING GUIDE

Texas State: Housing Costs

Russ Ethridge, REALTOR®
The short answer

The housing-contract process normally requires $300 in advance rent, later credited to the student’s bill. Admissions can confirm whether a waiver or deferral applies.

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What is the advance rent payment?

The housing-contract process normally requires $300 in advance rent, later credited to the student’s bill. Admissions can confirm whether a waiver or deferral applies.

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

What are some 2026–27 campus housing prices?

Published semester examples are $3,660 for an Alamito shared room, $3,975 for a Chautauqua shared room, and $5,380 for a bedroom in a two-bedroom Bobcat Village apartment. Compare the assigned room type and add any separate meal-plan charges.

Texas State 2026–27 housing pricing guide · Checked 2026-09-06

Who can live in Balcones or Cypress?

These university apartment communities are reserved for upper-division students who have satisfied the first-year housing requirement. The pricing guide lists apartment-style rates separately from residence halls.

Texas State 2026–27 housing pricing guide · 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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