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Texas State University

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Overview

Founded in 1899, the Texas State University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of San Marcos (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Texas. This institution also has a branch campus in Round Rock. Officially accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, Texas State University (TXST) is a very large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 30,000-34,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. Texas State University (TXST) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 125-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this US higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. TXST also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Texas State University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Texas State University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Texas State University' Size by Total Enrollmentvery large-sized

Selectivity

Texas State University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym TXST
Founded 1899
Motto The noblest search is the search for excellence
Colours Maroon and old gold
Mascot Boko the Bobcat
Video Presentation

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University Location

Address 601 University Drive
San Marcos
78666 Texas
United States
Texas State University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Texas State University Phone Number +1 (512) 245 2111
Texas State University Fax Number +1 (512) 245 8044
Other locations Round Rock

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Texas State University's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Texas State University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Texas State University's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Texas State University.

Texas State University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
10,000-12,499 US$
(9,110-11,390 Euro)
7,500-9,999 US$
(6,830-9,110 Euro)
International
students
20,000-24,999 US$
(18,225-22,780 Euro)
15,000-17,499 US$
(13,670-15,950 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Texas State University's admission information.

Texas State University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution is a Hispanic-serving Institution and, historically, has a special focus on promoting education and research among this specific ethnic group(s).


Texas State University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Texas State University a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Texas State University's acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this institution a moderately selective higher education institution.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is recommended
  • Secondary school rank is required
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is required
  • Recommendations are neither required nor recommended
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are recommended
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Texas State University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

Texas State University has more than 300 international students.

Texas State University's Admission Office Admission Office

429 North Guadalupe Street
San Marcos 78666-5709
(512) 245 2364
888 798 2287

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Texas State University.

Texas State University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Texas State University has an enrollment range of 30,000-34,999 students making it a very large-sized institution.


Texas State University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 1,500-1,999 academic employees (Faculty).


Texas State University's Control Type Control Type

Texas State University is a public higher education institution.


Texas State University's Entity Type Entity Type

Texas State University is a non-profit higher education institution.


Texas State University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


Texas State University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution is a Hispanic-serving Institution and, historically, has a special focus on promoting education and research among the above specific ethnic group(s).


Texas State University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

This institution has a high percentage of disabled students making it particularly disability-friendly.


Religious Affiliation

Texas State University does not have any religious affiliation.


Carnegie Classification

Introduction

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States...


The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.

Carnegie Classification

uniRank provides below the official Texas State University's Carnegie classification.

Basic Classification Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity
Size & Setting Four-year, large, primarily nonresidential institution
Enrollment Profile High undergraduate
Undergraduate Profile Four-year, medium full-time , selective, higher transfer-in institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program Balanced arts & sciences/professions, high graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program Research Doctoral: Professional-dominant

Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Texas State University's main facilities:


Texas State University's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Texas State University's Library

Texas State University's library has 2 branches. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 894,623 physical volumes, 854,777 physical media, 270,424 digital/electronic media and 531 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 174 full-time employees, including 39 librarians. Texas State University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Texas State University's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.

In particular, the Texas State University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 6,853 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

Texas State University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Texas State University's main services:


Texas State University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Texas State University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Texas State University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.

In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Texas State University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

Texas State University's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Texas State University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Texas State University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1925


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Texas State University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International)
  • American Association for Leisure and Recreation (AALR), Council on Accreditation
  • Computing Accreditation Commission (CAC) of ABET
  • Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of ABET
  • Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communications (ACEJMC)
  • American Chemical Society (ACS)
  • American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education
  • American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology
  • Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)
  • Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE)
  • Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP)
  • American Dietetic Association, Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education (CADE)
  • Commission on Acceditation of Healthcare Management Education (CAHME)
  • Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)
  • Foundation for Interior Design Education and Research (FIDER)
  • Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)
  • National Association of Schools of Music (NASM), Commission on Accreditation
  • National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration (NASPAA), Commission on Peer Review and Accreditation


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Texas State University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Texas State University System (TSUS)
  • American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU)
  • Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities (APLU)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Texas State University 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some Texas State University's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

Texas State University's Facebook page Texas State University's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

Texas State University's X (formerly Twitter) page Texas State University's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

Texas State University's YouTube channel Texas State University's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

Texas State University's Instagram page Texas State University's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

Texas State University's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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