A founding member of The Texas A&M University System, Tarleton State is breaking records — in enrollment, research, scholarship, athletics, philanthropy and engagement — while transforming the lives of nearly 17,000 students in Stephenville, Fort Worth, Waco, Bryan and online. True to Tarleton’s values of excellence, integrity and respect, academic programs emphasize real world learning and address regional, state and national needs.

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Admissions

Application Deadline

August 1

Acceptance Rate

58%

SAT Range

940-1120

ACT Range

18-23

Application Fee

$50

SAT/ACT

Considered but not required

High School GPA

Recommended

Accepts Common App

Cost

Net Price

$15,181 / year

National

$15,523

Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.

Average Total Aid Awarded

$7,522 / year

National

$7,535

Students Receiving Financial Aid

92%

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Academics

Professors

B+

Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.

Student Faculty Ratio

19:1

Evening Degree Programs

Yes

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Majors

Mayfield College of Engineering

The mission of the Mayfield College of Engineering is to facilitate in students the development of advanced engineering knowledge and skills through rigorous hands-on academic programs supported by industry partnerships. Faculty members collaborate closely with industry to provide students with career opportunities and bring real-world engineering activities to the classroom.

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Online

Programs Offered Entirely Online

Offers Online Courses

Yes

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Mix of Online and on Campus
0%
On Campus
0%
Online
100%

Students

Full-Time Enrollment

8,554 Undergrads

Part-Time Undergrads

3,339

Undergrads Over 25

21%

Pell Grant

37%

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After College

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation

$42,500 / year

National

$33,028

Graduation Rate

46%

National

49%

Employed 2 Years After Graduation

91%

National

83%