Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Stephenville, Texas |
| Online | tarleton.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Remote Town |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Stephenville, Texas, Tarleton State University is a mid-size four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 10,657 prospective students applied, and 6,054 were granted admission. Of those admitted 2,150 enrolled in the school. 9,163 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 4,832 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $4,416 plus fees of $3,374. Tarleton is ranked 799 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
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Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Tarleton is rated within the lower 37% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 4 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Tarleton State University within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#799 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#308 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#37 in Best Colleges in Texas
#14 in Best Public Colleges in Texas
#118 in Best Value Colleges in Texas
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 960/1140 |
| ACT | 17/23 |
| Estimated GPA | 3.21 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Aug 1, 2024 |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
| Application Fee | $50 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Texas Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,050 |
| Other Fees | $3,374 |
| Room and Board | $10,206 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,240 |
| Total One Year Cost | $22,286 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,050 |
| Other Fees | $3,374 |
| Room and Board | $10,206 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,240 |
| Total One Year Cost | $32,078 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 20% |
| General Studies | 18% |
| Agriculture | 11% |
| Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies | 8% |
| Psychology | 8% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=228529 IPEDS survey data for Tarleton State University.
Current students may use the Tarleton State University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.