Tarleton State University
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 nation, Tarleton grants bachelor’s degrees in 67 fields of study. To provide real world learning opportunities, Tarleton features an Applied Learning Experience program encompassing internships, service learning, and study abroad initiatives, and the TMATE or Tarleton Model for Accelerated Teacher Education program was recognized by the Association of Teacher Education for program excellence. Throughout the year, Tarleton hosts a number of all-campus events and festivals including Howdy Week and the Homecoming bonfire.
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Public
- Not for Profit
- Coed
Need Aware
This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb or town
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Early Action Acceptance is not binding, but student will receive admissions decision earlier. | March 1 | |
| Fall Regular Decision | August 1 | |
| Other | November 6 |
Admitted Student Stats
21%
Submitting ACT
53%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 19
Average SAT Composite: 1053
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
14,092
Total Number of Undergrads
11,880
Classroom Sizes
0
100
30%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
46%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
17:1
US National: 21:1Tuition, Cost & Aid
Key Financial Stats
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $7,878 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $17,958 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $10,846 |
| Books and Supplies | $1560 |
Aid & Grants
0
100
53%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
38%
Average Aid Per Year
$8,463
38%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,256
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$3,131
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
52%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$10,188
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$13,775
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$195
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Student Organizations
120
Size of Town
Suburb or town
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
Yes
Housing
0
100
33%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
Yes
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Texans
School Colors
purple and white
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Western Athletic Conference
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Top 5 Cities
Dallas
Waco
Austin
Killeen
Houston
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$47,700
What Students Are Saying
tarleton is full of traditions. tarleton is a place that is very welcoming. tarleton, to me, is home.
Airika from Arlington, TX
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