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89%
Open Admissions
56%
Graduation
About Texas State University
Texas State University is a public four-year institution located in San Marcos, Texas. With an enrollment of approximately 34,547 undergraduate students, it is a large institution. With an acceptance rate of 89%, the institution maintains an accessible admissions process. The graduation rate is 56%. Graduates earn a median salary of $56,906 within 10 years of enrollment. After financial aid, the average student pays a net price of $16,438 per year.
Key Statistics
Acceptance Rate
89%
Class of 2026 data
Graduation Rate
56%
Enrollment
34,547
Total students
Median Earnings
$56,906
10 yrs after entry
In-State Tuition
$11,450
Per year
Out-of-State Tuition
$23,210
Per year
Average Net Price
$16,438
After aid (avg)
SAT Range (M+R)
980–1190
25th–75th percentile
Campus Location
Admissions
Admission Requirements
ACT Score Range
19 – 26
Test Score Ranges
SAT Score (Math + Reading)
25th
980
Median
1095
75th
1190
4001600
SAT Math
25th
480
Median
535
75th
580
200800
ACT Composite
25th
19
Median
22
75th
26
136
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Cost & Financial Aid
Cost Comparison
Out-of-State Tuition$23,210/yr
In-State Tuition$11,450/yr
Avg Net Price (after aid)$16,438/yr
What most students actually pay
Return on Investment
Good4-Year Cost
$65,752
10-Year Earnings
$569,060
ROI Multiple
8.7×
Based on avg net price × 4 years vs. median earnings × 10 years after enrollment
Scholarships at Texas State University
Student Outcomes
56%
Graduation Rate
Within 6 years
$57k
Median Earnings
10 years after enrollment
34,547
Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
