Texas State University: Acceptance Rate and SAT Scores
Texas State University admits about 89.3% of applicants. The reported SAT middle-50% range is 980–1200 (sum of the section 25th/75th percentiles reported to College Scorecard). That SAT range concords to roughly a 18–25 ACT Composite under the official 2018 College Board/ACT concordance table.
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Texas State University At a Glance
| Location | San Marcos, Texas |
|---|---|
| Type | Public |
| Undergraduate Enrollment | 36,177 |
| Acceptance Rate | 89.3% |
| SAT Range (Reading & Writing) | 500-610 |
| SAT Range (Math) | 480-590 |
| SAT Range (Combined, approx.) | 980-1200 |
| Average SAT (Combined) | 1103 |
| ACT Range | 19-25 |
| Average Net Price | $16,660/yr |
| Tuition (In-State) | $11,481/yr |
| Tuition (Out-of-State) | $22,821/yr |
| 4-Year Graduation Rate | 55% |
| Full-Time Retention Rate | 80.1% |
| Median Earnings, 10 Years After Entry | $60,523 |
| Median Debt at Completion | $19,500 |
How Texas State University Compares
Texas State University is more selective than about 23% of the 254 schools in this list with a published acceptance rate.
With about 36,177 students, it is larger than about 91% of the 265 schools in this list.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Texas State University's acceptance rate?
Texas State University's acceptance rate is about 89.3%, based on the most recent data reported to the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
What SAT score do you need for Texas State University?
Admitted students at Texas State University typically report a combined SAT score between 980 and 1200 (the reported 25th to 75th percentile range).
Does Texas State University require the SAT?
Test-optional and test-required policies change from year to year and are not part of the College Scorecard data used on this page. Check Texas State University's own admissions site for its current testing policy, linked below.
What is the average cost of Texas State University?
The average net price reported for Texas State University is $16,660 per year, after grant and scholarship aid.