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Tarleton State University

Tarleton

Stephenville, Texas 76401-0000

Data last updated: May 29, 2026

Campus Vibe

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Known for business

Tarleton State University is a public institution in Stephenville with particular strength in business and health sciences. With an average SAT of 1068, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A large campus of 12.3K undergraduates with a 18:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.

51% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $53,040 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $20,261.

Established

1899

Type

Public research university

Conference

Texas

Division

Division I

Plan Your Visit

94%Acceptance

1068SAT Avg

12,263Students

18:1Student:Faculty

51%Grad Rate

$53,040Earnings 10yr

$20,261Net Price

Admissions

Acceptance Rate94.2%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1068

Reading & WritingMid: 535

490580

MathMid: 515

470570

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 20

1924

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (in-state)$7,878

Tuition (out-of-state)$17,958

Room & Board$10,846

Books & Supplies$1,560

Total Cost of Attendance$22,981

Average Net Price$20,261

Median Debt at Graduation$19,606

Monthly Payment (10yr)$208

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$15,477

$30–48K$16,966

$48–75K$20,599

$75–110K$22,714

$110K+$22,981

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

55.0%

Avg Tuition Increase

1.0%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$13,989

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

Peer Average

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

24/7 campus police department, blue-light phone network, emergency mass notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

Burglary

Aggravated Assault

Robbery

Motor Vehicle Theft

Sex Offenses

Arson

Drug Arrests

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (106)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

74%

Mixed

Student Body

Undergrads

12,263

Gender Split

63% / 37%

Women / Men

First Generation

42%

Pell Grant Recipients

37%

Race & Ethnicity

White 64%

Black 6%

Hispanic 23%

Asian 1%

Two+ 3%

Int'l 1%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate51.2%

Freshman Retention73.8%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$46,729

10 Years$53,040

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News

#373

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vs 2024

Wall Street Journal

#29

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vs 2024

Washington Monthly

#243

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vs 2024

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History & Fun Facts

•History Entrance sign to Tarleton State University in Stephenville, Texas Tarleton Center John Tarleton College was founded in 1887 with an endowment from settler John Tarleton.
•In 1949, it was again renamed Tarleton State College then became a four-year degree-granting institution in 1959.
•Tarleton gained status as a university in 1973 adopting its current name, Tarleton State University.

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

92Average

Estimated from TX state average

Climate (School Year)

Snowfall: 0"Sunny days: 240Rainy days: 85

Nearest Cities

Dallaspop. 1.3M

91 mi(158 min)

Austinpop. 960K

138 mi(239 min)

San Antoniopop. 1.5M

194 mi(336 min)

Getting There

Nearest Airports

DFW Dallas-Fort Worth83 mi

AUS Austin143 mi

SAT San Antonio186 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA1640 mi · ~47h 23m drive

New York, NY1462 mi · ~42h 14m drive

Hartford, CT1549 mi · ~44h 45m drive

Providence, RI1612 mi · ~46h 34m drive

Albany, NY1516 mi · ~43h 48m drive

Syracuse, NY1414 mi · ~40h 51m drive

Rochester, NY1351 mi · ~39h 2m drive

Buffalo, NY1286 mi · ~37h 9m drive

Philadelphia, PA1389 mi · ~40h 8m drive

Pittsburgh, PA1159 mi · ~33h 29m drive

Harrisburg, PA1308 mi · ~37h 47m drive

Newark, NJ1454 mi · ~42h drive

Washington, DC1273 mi · ~36h 47m drive

Baltimore, MD1302 mi · ~37h 37m drive

Atlanta, GA808 mi · ~23h 21m drive

Charlotte, NC1019 mi · ~29h 26m drive

Raleigh, NC1146 mi · ~33h 6m drive

Miami, FL1175 mi · ~33h 57m drive

Orlando, FL1034 mi · ~29h 52m drive

Tampa, FL986 mi · ~28h 29m drive

Nashville, TN708 mi · ~20h 27m drive

New Orleans, LA507 mi · ~14h 39m drive

Richmond, VA1231 mi · ~35h 34m drive

Chicago, IL885 mi · ~25h 34m drive

Detroit, MI1085 mi · ~31h 21m drive

Minneapolis, MN921 mi · ~26h 36m drive

St. Louis, MO632 mi · ~18h 15m drive

Kansas City, MO517 mi · ~14h 56m drive

Indianapolis, IN851 mi · ~24h 35m drive

Columbus, OH1002 mi · ~28h 57m drive

Cleveland, OH1113 mi · ~32h 9m drive

Milwaukee, WI935 mi · ~27h 1m drive

Dallas, TX91 mi · ~2h 38m drive

Houston, TX239 mi · ~6h 54m drive

Austin, TX138 mi · ~3h 59m drive

San Antonio, TX194 mi · ~5h 36m drive

Los Angeles, CA1164 mi · ~33h 38m drive

San Francisco, CA1418 mi · ~40h 58m drive

San Diego, CA1103 mi · ~31h 52m drive

Seattle, WA1650 mi · ~47h 40m drive

Portland, OR1594 mi · ~46h 3m drive

Denver, CO643 mi · ~18h 35m drive

Phoenix, AZ808 mi · ~23h 21m drive

Salt Lake City, UT960 mi · ~27h 44m drive

Honolulu, HI3710 mi · ~107h 11m drive

Southern (mild winters, hot summers)

Visit Planning

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Mid-Range

Check nearby accommodations

$80-150/night

< 10 mi

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