Tarleton State University

Stephenville, TX · Public · 12,673 undergraduates

Tarleton State University admitted 90% of applicants. Students who submitted scores typically had 980–1160 on the SAT. Its average net price after aid for in-state students was $20,525 a year. Within six years, 49% of first-time, full-time students graduated.

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Admissions

Admission rate
90%
SAT/ACT scores
Considered if submitted
SAT middle 50%
980–1160
ACT middle 50%
19–24

Cost

In-state cost of attendance, before aid
$24,352 a year
Average in-state net price after aid
$20,525 a year
In-state net price for families earning under $30,000
$16,034 a year
In-state tuition and fees
$8,302 a year
Out-of-state tuition and fees
$18,019 a year

Outcomes

Graduation rate (within 6 years)
49%
Students who return for a second year
70%
Median earnings 10 years after starting
$56,673 a year
Median debt at graduation
$18,750

Students

Undergraduates
12,673
Undergraduates with a Pell Grant
35%
Student-faculty ratio
20 to 1
Campus setting
Town

Most common fields of study

Share of the degrees the college awarded, by field.

Business, management and marketing
20%
Agriculture, animal and plant sciences
14%
Parks, recreation, leisure, fitness and kinesiology
11%
Health professions
9%
Psychology
8%

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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, most recent institution-level data (October 2026 release). Admission figures are reported by the college; check its website for current requirements.