Texas State University

San Marcos, TX · Public · 36,177 undergrads

Admit rate: 89.3% (37,183 applicants)
SAT middle 50%: 980–1200 (ACT 19–25)
Undergraduates: 36,177 (2.0% international)
Average net price: $16,805 (per year after aid)
Graduation rate: 55% (within 6 years)

Deadlines

Priority: Dec. 1
Rolling: July 15

Essays

ApplyTexas Topic A (choose one)

Tell us your story. What unique opportunities or challenges have you experienced throughout your high school career that have shaped who you are today?

ApplyTexas Topic B (choose one)

Most students have an identity, an interest, or a talent that defines them in an essential way. Tell us about yourself.

ApplyTexas Topic C (choose one)

You've got a ticket in your hand. Where will you go? What will you do? What will happen when you get there?

Editor's notes

Class rank drives this decision. The CDS rates rank and test scores very important and GPA not considered, so check that your transcript shows your rank or a no-rank statement.
In the second or third quartile, a score at or above the assured line for your rank gets you in. Without one, you go to holistic review, which considers the essay, so write the recommended essay.