Overview
Enrollment
| Location | San Marcos, Texas |
| Online | txstate.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Distant Town |
| Size | Large |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in San Marcos, Texas, Texas State University is a large four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 31,073 prospective students applied, and 21,748 were granted admission. Of those admitted 6,650 enrolled in the school. 29,222 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 8,642 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $8,606 plus fees of $2,529. Texas State is ranked 594 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
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Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Texas State is rated within the lower 47% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Texas State University within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#594 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#202 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#22 in Best Colleges in Texas
#8 in Best Public Colleges in Texas
#114 in Best Value Colleges in Texas
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 990/1180 |
| ACT | 18/25 |
| Estimated GPA | 3.38 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | May 1, 2023 |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
| Application Fee | $75 |
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Annual Cost to Attend
Texas Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $760 |
| Other Fees | $2,529 |
| Room and Board | $10,930 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,450 |
| Total One Year Cost | $26,275 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $760 |
| Other Fees | $2,529 |
| Room and Board | $10,930 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,450 |
| Total One Year Cost | $37,699 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 20% |
| General Studies | 11% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 8% |
| Social Sciences | 8% |
| Communication | 7% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=228459 IPEDS survey data for Texas State University.
Current students may use the Texas State University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.