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Our 38,000 undergraduate and graduate students can choose from more than 200 bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degree programs — from biology to music to business to geography and more. Students may also find the personalized support and opportunities they need to succeed beyond the classroom.
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Academic programs

  • Design
  • Engineering
  • Research
  • Science
  • Technology
  • Liberal Arts
  • Business
  • Education
  • Nursing
  • Communication
  • Music
  • Art & Design
  • Economics
  • Finance/Accounting
  • Government/Political Science
  • Health Science
  • Performing Arts
  • Social Science
  • Visual Arts
  • Psychology
  • Computer Science
  • Aviation
  • Public health

Student experience

  • Athletics
  • Co-op/Internship Opportunities
  • Disability Services
  • Greek Life
  • Intramural/Club Sports
  • LGBTQIA Services
  • Military/Veteran Services
  • Night Class Offerings
  • On-Campus Housing
  • ROTC Program
  • Study Abroad
  • Undergraduate Research
  • Distance/online learning

Application information

First-year

Check our application deadlines

STEPS TO APPLY

  1. Complete the online application.

  2. Pay the application fee (need-based fee waivers are available).

  3. Send your high school transcript (by mail, document uploader, or electronic service).

  4. Have your official college transcripts sent by the institution (if applicable).

  5. Have your SAT or ACT scores sent by the testing agency (not required for students ranked in the top 75% of their graduating class).

  6. Submit an application essay (optional).
     

Transfer

Check our application deadlines

STEPS TO APPLY

  1. Complete the online application.

  2. Pay the application fee (need-based fee waivers are available).

  3. Have official transcript(s) sent from all colleges and universities attended.

  4. Submit your high school transcript or GED certificate with scores (if 15 or fewer credit hours completed or to satisfy foreign language requirement).

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Financial Aid and Scholarships

College is a big investment in your future — Texas State can help you get here. We provide financial aid and scholarships to make your education as affordable as possible. Apply before the priority date to ensure the best eligibility for scholarship and financial aid opportunities!
 

Student Life

Student life at Texas State is just as rich as our academics. You’ll live and learn surrounded by unparalleled natural beauty, great music and art, food and culture, and so much more.

Visit us

Visit us, virtually or in person, and see what makes Texas State right for you. Join us for campus tours, academic visit days, Bobcat Days, and more. We look forward to seeing you on campus!

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