Overview
Student Population
| 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 |
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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 10,112 prospective students applied, and 5,639 were granted admission. Of those admitted 2,073 enrolled in the school. 8,735 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 4,374 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2019/2020, excluding room and board, is $4,526 plus fees of $3,325. Tarleton is ranked 797 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2020 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
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Outcomes
Value
Tarleton is rated within the lower 40% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for Tarleton State University within the 2021 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#797 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#286 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#35 in Best Colleges in Texas
#10 in Best Public Colleges in Texas
#9999 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#116 in Best Value Colleges in Texas
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 950/1140 |
| ACT | 18/23 |
| GPA | 3.21 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | May 31, 2021 |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
Annual Cost to Attend
Texas Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,020 |
| Other Fees | $3,325 |
| Room and Board | $10,712 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,147 |
| Total One Year Cost | $22,730 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,020 |
| Other Fees | $3,325 |
| Room and Board | $10,712 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,147 |
| Total One Year Cost | $32,500 |
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.