By definition, classrooms are used for scheduled instruction and are often referred to as lecture rooms, demonstration rooms, seminar rooms, and general-purpose classrooms. Classrooms can be equipped with tablet armchairs, tables and chairs (as in a seminar room), or similar types of seating. They also can be furnished with special equipment, including multimedia or telecommunications equipment, appropriate to a specific area of study if the room is suitable for use by other classes. The CIP Code for all Classrooms is General Use (000000). Student Station Capacity is required. Limitations: This category does not include Class Laboratories, Conference Rooms, Meeting Rooms or Assembly Rooms. Conference Rooms and Meeting Rooms are rooms with tables and chairs that are primarily for meetings. Assembly Rooms or auditoriums are large rooms with seating oriented toward a focal point where dramatic or musical productions are staged. Assembly Rooms also are used for general meetings, graduation exercises, and other special events. A Class Laboratory is equipped with special equipment such as personal computers, benches, drafting tables, musical instruments, shops equipment, etc.

Designated classrooms are available for open scheduling by the Registrar's Office after the first call period expires.

The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) requires universities to average 38 hours of scheduled instruction.

Texas State has 179 classrooms on record for Fall 2007