At a glance
Average net price
$16,805
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
55.3%
Admission rate
89%
Undergrad size
36,177
In-state tuition
$11,450
Out-of-state tuition
$22,930
Cost of attendance
$28,073
Median earnings (10y)
$56,906
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,103
- ACT midpoint
- 22
- Retention
- 80.1%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
27 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (25%), social sciences (21%), stem (17%).
- STEM17%
- Health8%
- Business16%
- Humanities & arts25%
- Social sciences21%
- Trades & services13%
- Business16.0%~5,799 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Communication9.3%~3,364 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Psychology7.7%~2,800 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~2,764 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- ~2,427 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~2,315 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~1,791 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Computer science4.9%~1,773 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~1,722 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Education4.7%~1,704 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Social sciences4.6%~1,653 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~1,179 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Engineering tech2.4%~879 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Engineering2.4%~872 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~763 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Agriculture2.0%~720 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- English1.9%~695 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Liberal arts1.9%~673 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~615 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- History1.4%~496 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~347 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Mathematics0.7%~235 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~206 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~148 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~105 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~69 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Architecture0.2%~62 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 1,031 | $28,484 | $23,250 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 837 | $31,339 | $24,500 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 802 | $39,344 | $20,500 |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication. | Bachelor's | 704 | $36,149 | $21,764 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 683 | $32,894 | $19,500 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 668 | — | — |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 603 | $42,984 | $21,500 |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 467 | $58,841 | $24,445 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 435 | $45,160 | $23,250 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 431 | $32,646 | $24,000 |
| Radio, Television, and Digital Communication. | Bachelor's | 414 | $30,801 | $21,858 |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Bachelor's | 385 | $44,111 | $25,000 |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | Bachelor's | 317 | $28,428 | $21,500 |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 313 | $30,257 | $22,344 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 303 | $31,928 | $26,599 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 298 | $46,210 | $23,250 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 297 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 239 | $32,398 | $22,760 |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 236 | $32,891 | $21,500 |
| Construction Engineering Technology/Technician. | Bachelor's | 234 | $66,059 | $22,718 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 222 | $30,781 | $24,250 |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Bachelor's | 217 | $39,060 | $24,353 |
| History. | Bachelor's | 201 | $33,307 | $23,973 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 186 | $66,109 | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master's | 182 | $45,546 | — |
| Social Work. | Master's | 182 | $44,794 | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 169 | $49,529 | $21,046 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Bachelor's | 166 | $37,748 | $26,197 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 162 | $61,829 | $23,250 |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 161 | $25,416 | $26,928 |
| Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering. | Bachelor's | 151 | $62,828 | $28,000 |
| Anthropology. | Bachelor's | 151 | $26,464 | $25,000 |
| Animal Sciences. | Bachelor's | 149 | $33,765 | $21,662 |
| Music. | Bachelor's | 149 | $40,576 | $26,241 |
| Specialized Sales, Merchandising and Marketing Operations. | Bachelor's | 149 | $38,271 | $24,156 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Master's | 148 | $48,362 | — |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 144 | $28,179 | $22,295 |
| Foods, Nutrition, and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 135 | $30,877 | $23,354 |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Bachelor's | 134 | $37,238 | $24,515 |
| Sociology. | Bachelor's | 134 | $29,899 | $25,000 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Texas State University
Texas State University is a very large institution located in San Marcos, Texas, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 36,177 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Communication, Psychology.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Texas State University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $16,805 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $11,450 for in-state students and $22,930 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $28,073 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 55.3%, a above-average completion outcome. 80.1% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $56,906 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Texas State University confers degrees and certificates across 27 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Communication, Psychology. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (25% of credentials), social sciences (21% of credentials), stem (17% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Texas State University accepts 89% of applicants, making it open or near-open admission. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,103. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 22.
Location & campus
Set in San Marcos, Texas (city), Texas State University draws students from across Texas and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Texas State University
Q.How much does Texas State University cost?
The average net price at Texas State University is $16,805 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $28,073.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Texas State University?
Texas State University has a 6-year graduation rate of 55.3% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Texas State University?
Texas State University admits 89% of applicants, which is considered open or near-open admission.
Q.How much do Texas State University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Texas State University graduate earns $56,906 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Texas State University?
Published tuition is $11,450 in-state and $22,930 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Texas State University located?
Texas State University is located in San Marcos, Texas (ZIP 78666).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Texas State University at their official website.