Overview
Enrollment
Texas Lutheran University (TLU), located in Seguin, Texas, is a private liberal arts institution founded in 1891. Approximately 35 miles east of San Antonio, TLU sits in a small-town setting and offers students a personalized educational experience grounded in the liberal arts tradition. The university maintains a moderately selective admissions process and provides a range of undergraduate majors, with notable programs in Business, Education, and Music. The campus reflects a blend of traditional and modern architecture with facilities designed to support both academic and student life. TLU offers residential living options to foster a supportive and engaging academic environment. While not renowned for a high-profile athletic program, TLU participates in NCAA Division III athletics as the Bulldogs.
In the most recent statistical year 1,835 prospective students applied, and 1,685 were granted admission. Of those admitted 344 enrolled in the school. 1,301 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 68 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $33,300 plus fees of $620. TLU is ranked 626 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
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Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
TLU is rated within the lower 48% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Texas Lutheran University within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#626 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#421 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#22 in Best Colleges in Texas
#16 in Best Private Colleges in Texas
#131 in Best Value Colleges in Texas
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1030/1220 |
| ACT | 20/27 |
| GPA | 3.9 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $620 |
| Room and Board | $11,330 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,500 |
| Total One Year Cost | $48,750 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 25% |
| Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies | 13% |
| Education | 12% |
| Biology | 11% |
| Psychology | 7% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=228981 IPEDS survey data for Texas Lutheran University.
Current students may use the Texas Lutheran University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.