Colleges in Texas

The second largest state in both area and population, Texas spans through several climate zones so weather varies widely across The Lone Star State. There are six university systems, the University of Houston System, University of North Texas System, University of Texas System, Texas A&M University System, Texas State University System, and the Texas Tech University System. There are also a large number of private liberal arts colleges, theological institutions, and 9 historically black colleges and universities in Texas, to go along with the extensive community college system. Baylor University is the oldest institution in the state, whereas Rice University has the most selective admissions process. Petroleum and natural gas, farming, steel, and banking are top-ranking industries in Texas. The Alamo, Big Bend National Park, and San Antonio’s River Walk are popular attractions.

Houston, TX

One of the largest Historically Black Colleges and Universities in the nation, Texas Southern University is a 4-year public institution in Houston. TSU is home to 12 colleges and schools conferring undergraduate degrees in over 100 academic majors...

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Texas Southern University is a fine institution, despite all the negative trash people say about it. Taking courses in chemistry, biology, and math at this college really made me see the important role that the classes played not only in science, but...

” – Brittany from Houston, TX

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$13,481

average net price

8,632

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The University of Texas at Arlington

Arlington, TX

The University of Texas at Arlington is a world-class university of established excellence providing the tools and guidance necessary to succeed in a globally competitive world. Here, it’s students first, excellence always. Classified as a Carnegie R...

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UTA has one of the best Nursing programs in the state of Texas and the nation as well.

” – Allison from Burleson, TX

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Public

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Major city

campus setting

$15,220

average net price

43,946

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Southern Methodist University

Dallas, TX

The Southern Methodist University is a private research institution in Texas featuring a liberal arts curriculum. The Dallas campus provides more than 200 areas of study to choose from, along with the Locomotor Lab to address scientific questions on...

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My experience at SMU has been very rewarding since it has open up for me many opportunities. After taking organic chemistry, I realized that I have a great passion for learning about how things happen at the atomic and molecular level. In addition, I...

” – Sarah from Richardson, TX

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1405

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Private

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4 Year

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Suburb or town

campus setting

$41,444

average net price

12,053

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St. Mary's University

San Antonio, TX

Founded in 1852 by the Society of Mary, St. Mary’s University is a Catholic liberal arts college in San Antonio. The oldest Catholic university in Texas, St. Mary’s awards undergrad and graduate degrees in more than 75 academic programs. As a...

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I can definitely say that I am learning a lot here at St. Mary's University! When I say I am learning a lot I don't only mean in a classroom. At St. Mary's University I've learned to speak out, help out, and go all out. I haven't only grown mentally...

” – Patricia from El Paso, TX

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1141

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Private

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Major city

campus setting

$18,827

average net price

3,253

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The University of Texas at Tyler

Tyler, TX

The University of Texas at Tyler is one of 14 institutions in the public UT system. UT at Tyler’s main campus is made up of 259 acres surrounded by pine and oak forests, bordered by a lake, that hosts 7 colleges providing more than 80 degrees. It...

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The University of Texas at Tyler is not only known for being a branch off of the University of Texas at Austin, but because of its professors. The University of Texas at Tyler has some of the greatest professors that have received their degrees from...

” – amy

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Public

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Small city

campus setting

$11,658

average net price

9,322

number of students

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Lamar University

Beaumont, TX

Named for the second president of the Republic of Texas, Lamar University is a 4-year public school in southeast Texas and a member of the Texas State University system. Lamar encompasses five colleges granting bachelor’s and graduate degrees in over...

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Even though the beginning of the classes are reviews from what I learned in high school i'm still learning new things that I find useful.

” – Di'Andra from Houston, TX

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Public

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Small city

campus setting

$11,116

average net price

16,803

number of students

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Texas A & M University-Commerce

Commerce, TX

Texas A&M University-Commerce is the second-largest of the 11 campuses in the A&M system. The public research campus features an agricultural center, which includes artificial wetlands, a native prairie reserve, an equine arena and boarding facility...

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The classes here are really small which is great for me because I grew up in a small town. However, there are a lot of students that go here are from Dallas Texas. Big or small if you get involved it never gets boring.

” – Brooklyne from Commerce, TX

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4 Year

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Suburb or town

campus setting

$13,017

average net price

11,306

number of students

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Tarleton State University

Stephenville, TX

Originally founded in 1899 as a liberal arts college, Tarleton State University is now a public state university with five campus locations and a member of the Texas A&M University System. The largest non-land grant agricultural institution in the...

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At Tarleton I learned a lot both academically and about myself as a person. College opens up so many doors to learn about life. The way Tarleton goes about its education and family like feel on campus just benefits its students in so many ways

” – Laura from Dallas, TX

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1053

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Public

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Suburb or town

campus setting

$15,181

average net price

14,092

number of students

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Texas Woman's University

Denton, TX

Originally founded as the Girls Industrial College, Texas Woman's University is a school primarily for women in the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex and the largest such university in the United States. Although TWU is designed for women, the university...

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Every teacher will take the time to help their students if you let your presence be known to them. They will help you to reach your goals and better understand the course material. If you introduce yourself to them and show genuine interest in...

” – L.D.M.

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1037

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Public

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Small city

campus setting

$10,087

average net price

15,958

number of students

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Houston Community College

Houston, TX

Houston Community College is a 2-year community college system with 21 locations throughout the greater Houston area. HCC is home to eight academic fields of study conferring associate degrees and certificates and was created to give opportunities to...

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If you take you education seriously I feel that it does not matter where you go to school, although a prestigious university doesn't hurt, it is what you make of it. Being that many of the professors teach at near by universities they know how to...

” – Isabella from Houston, TX

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100%

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Public

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Major city

campus setting

$4,118

average net price

48,159

number of students

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Trinity University

San Antonio, TX

Founded in 1869, Trinity University is a private liberal arts and sciences institution situated in San Antonio, TX. Trinity is affiliated with the Presbyterian Church and offers undergrad degrees in 47 academic majors. All freshmen must take a First...

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The professors at Trinity University are all very knowledgeable in their fields and outside and are passionate about what they do, which makes the classes interesting and challenging. However, the professors truly care about their students and will...

” – Kayleigh from Waco, TX

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Private

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Major city

campus setting

$31,141

average net price

2,692

number of students

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Midwestern State University

Wichita Falls, TX

Founded in 1922 in Wichita Falls, Midwestern State University is the only institution in the state to become a member of the Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges (COPLAC). The 255-acre campus near Sikes Lakes offers 49 undergraduate programs and...

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My professors/instructors are really great at what they do! None of them make the classroom boring and they keep the information fresh with new ways of presenting it to you.

” – Matthew from Springtown, TX

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1029

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type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Small city

campus setting

$10,094

average net price

5,784

number of students

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