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Tarleton State University
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Tarleton State University
School profile / Stephenville, TX
Tarleton State University
Public · 4-year·17,433 students enrolled
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Graduation rate
48%
Reported student outcome
Acceptance rate
90%
Reported admissions data
Overview
This school is accessible, giving a well-prepared applicant a realistic shot. Most students pay far less than the sticker price: the average student receiving aid pays $16,159 a year against a $24,352 list price, a 34% gap.
Tarleton State University is a small-town public four-year institution located in Stephenville, TX. It enrolls a mid-sized student body of approximately 17,433 students. As a public institution, it is supported by state funding and typically offers lower tuition rates for in-state residents.
At a glance
Data from IPEDS, U.S. Dept. of Education.
Admissions
Acceptance rate
90%
SAT range
980 - 1160
Academic fit
Admission probability
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Academics
Student:faculty
20:1
Avg class size (est.)
~50 students
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Costs
Sticker price
$24,352
Avg net price after aid
$16,159
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Financial aid
Receiving financial aid
68%
Avg grant aid
$8,224
Data from College Scorecard, U.S. Dept. of Education.
Student body
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Campus life
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Housing & living costs
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Location
Distance from home
Cost of living
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