Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
89.48%
SAT Average
1,093
ACT Range
19-26
Texas State University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 89.48%. This means approximately 895 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 34,547 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
89.48%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $11,450 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $23,210 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $26,348 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $16,438 | State avg: $17,343. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 36.15% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 42.59% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Texas State University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$23,210
Room and board
$12,270
Books and supplies
$740
Other expenses
$4,170
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$26,348
Average net price
$16,438
Average aid coverage
38%
$9,910 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Texas State University pays approximately $16,438 per year after grants and aid. This is below the Texas average of $17,343 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Texas State University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Texas and national averages.
Texas State University net price
$16,438
Texas average
$17,343
National average
$17,506
Texas State University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $23,210 and average net price at $16,438. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$23,210
Current net price
$16,438
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
56.17%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$56,906
Undergraduates
34,547
10-Year Median Earnings - Texas State University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Texas State University graduates earn about 1.3x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Texas State University?
Undergraduates
34,547
Completion rate
56.17%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
36.15%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
42.59%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 36.15% of Texas State University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 42.59% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Texas State University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Texas State University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Texas State University lists Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Texas State University is listed at 601 University Dr, San Marcos, TX 78666. Accreditor: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Compare Schools
Compare Texas State University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Texas State University | 89.48% | $23,210 | $16,438 | $56,906 |
| West Coast University-Texas | Not available | $16,715 | $25,957 | $102,672 |
| University of North Texas Health Science Center | Not available | Not available | Not available | $93,615 |
| The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston | Not available | Not available | Not available | $92,961 |
| Chamberlain University-Texas | 95.65% | $19,686 | $32,247 | $92,405 |
Similar Schools in San Marcos
This local cluster focuses on nearby San Marcos schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around San Marcos.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Texas State University's acceptance rate?
Texas State University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 89.48%.
How much is Texas State University tuition?
Texas State University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $23,210.
What is Texas State University's average net price?
Texas State University's average net price in the local dataset is $16,438.
What is Texas State University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $56,906 for Texas State University.
Is Texas State University accredited?
Texas State University's accreditor in the local dataset is Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
How many students attend Texas State University?
The local dataset lists 34,547 undergraduate students at Texas State University.
What percentage of Texas State University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Texas State University in the local dataset is 36.15%.
What is the federal loan rate at Texas State University?
The federal loan rate for Texas State University in the local dataset is 42.59%.
Where should I verify Texas State University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Texas State University or the latest official federal education data.