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Texas State University

San Marcos, TXPublic36,177 undergradsCommon App
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Acceptance rate
89.3%
SAT middle 50%
980–1200
ACT middle 50%
19–25
Next deadline
Dec 1
Application fee
$75

✓ From the official admissions page
Dec 1, 2026 Priority 22 days left
Jul 15, 2027 Regular Decision Non-binding 248 days left
“Student TypeFreshman Priority DateDecember 1, 2026”
Source: admissions.txst.edu · checked Nov 1, 2026 · How we check

Application TXST Application, Common App, ApplyTexas
Testing Test-optional: SAT/ACT scores are not required.
Essays 1 essay prompt listed on the official page
Fee $75

Programs that add a portfolio, an audition or their own steps. Check details on the linked page.

McCoy College of Business (Bachelor of Business Administration majors; Limited Access) Applicants not meeting Assured Admission may be considered via holistic review and admitted as Pre-Business major. Separate admission

In-state tuition
$11,481
Out-of-state tuition
$22,821
Median earnings, 10 yrs
$60,523
6-year graduation
55%
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