Texas State University

    San Marcos, TX · Public · Doctoral / R2 research university

    SAT middle 50% (admitted students)
    980–1200
    Median ~1090
    Acceptance rate
    89%
    Enrollment
    36,177
    ACT middle 50%
    19–25

    Tuition and outcomes

    Tuition (in-state)
    $11,450
    Tuition (out-of-state)
    $22,930
    Median earnings 10 years after entry
    $56,906
    4-year completion rate (150% time)
    55%

    Source: US Department of Education College Scorecard, most recent available year. Tuition excludes room, board, fees, and books.

    How your SAT score lines up

    At Texas State University, 25% of admitted students score below 980 and 25% score above 1200. Scoring at the 75th percentile or higher makes the SAT a positive factor in your application.

    • 1240+ SAT: Strong — above the 75th percentile of admitted students.
    • 1200 SAT (75th percentile): Competitive — at or above the 75th percentile.
    • 1090 SAT (median): In range — near the median of admitted students.
    • 980 SAT (25th percentile): Low end — within the 25th–50th percentile band.
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    FAQs

    What SAT score do I need for Texas State|Texas State University-San Marcos|Southwest Texas State University|Southwest Texas State|SWT|SWTSU|Texas State San Marcos|TxSt|TxState|TS|?

    Texas State University's admitted students have a middle-50% SAT range of 980–1200, with a median around 1090. To be competitive, aim for 1200+ — this puts you at or above the 75th percentile of admitted students.

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    Texas State University's most recently reported acceptance rate is approximately 89%.

    How much does it cost to attend Texas State|Texas State University-San Marcos|Southwest Texas State University|Southwest Texas State|SWT|SWTSU|Texas State San Marcos|TxSt|TxState|TS|?

    In-state tuition is approximately $11,450 and out-of-state is approximately $22,930. These figures exclude room, board, and fees.

    Is Texas State|Texas State University-San Marcos|Southwest Texas State University|Southwest Texas State|SWT|SWTSU|Texas State San Marcos|TxSt|TxState|TS| test-optional in 2026?

    Many US universities adjusted test policies after 2020. Check Texas State University's admissions page for current test-optional, test-required, or test-flexible policy.

    Official site: www.txst.edu

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