TSU Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 89.55%. Not very selective
- SAT Average: 1070. Average SAT scores, indicating a moderately competitive applicant pool.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $8,302
- Out-of-State Tuition: $18,142
- In-state tuition is affordable, while out-of-state tuition is higher, as is typical for public institutions.
Student Population at TSU:
- Total Enrollment: 17,433, including 6,403 online students
- 15,254 Undergraduate, 2,179 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 38.3% men, 61.7% women.
- This is a large institution, providing extensive academic options and vibrant campus life.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 48%. Lower graduation rate, which may reflect challenges in student retention or completion.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 29%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 70%. Good retention, typical for many institutions.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 117 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 29 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 37 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
TSU Overview
Tarleton State University (TSU) is a four-year, public school located in Stephenville, TX. It is classified as Research University with high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R2 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R2 University comparison page.
The TSU's tuition & fees is $8,302 for Texas residents and $18,142 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 68% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $8,224.
The school has a total enrollment of 17,433 and the students to faculty ratio is 20 to 1 (5.00%).
TSU's acceptance rate is 89.55% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 24.33%. The median SAT score is 1070 and the ACT score is 21.
TSU ranked 42nd in Texas Colleges rankings. Tarleton State University is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Tarleton State University is $8,302 for in-state students and $18,142 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $7,527 for in-state students and $14,907 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $8,749 for Texas residents and $18,328 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $7,557 for Texas residents and $14,758 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $8,302 | $18,142 |
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| Graduate | $7,527 | $14,907 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $8,749 | $18,328 |
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| Graduate | $7,557 | $14,758 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Tarleton State University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at TSU
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army, Air Force |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
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