Texas State University

San Marcos, Texas

Located in San Marcos, Texas, Texas State University has earned dual recognition from Abound as a Best Online College and a Best College for Adults. The school combines flexible learning options with measurable student progress indicators, reflecting a focus on helping adult learners move steadily toward degree completion.

Overview

School Type

Website: www.txst.edu

Accessibility

  • Distance education:Yes
  • Online degrees:Yes
  • Career services:Yes
  • Weekend/Evening classes:Yes
  • Credit for life experiences:Yes
  • On-Campus day care:No

Demographics

Part-time students
5,455 undergrads
  • Full-time undergrad students:29,092
  • Undergrad students over 25 years old:2,903
  • Pell Grant students:12,232
  • Online and distance education undergrad students:2,129
  • Part-time students
    16%
  • Students over 25 years old
    8%

Cost

In-district per-credit-hour charge for part-time students
$307
Average net price for students awarded grant/aid
$15,307
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Online & Distance Programs

Bachelor's degrees offered

  • Public Administration and Social Service Professions(1)
  • Health Professions and Related Programs(2)
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Outcomes

  • Retention rate for part-time students:46%
  • Graduation rate for part-time students:42%

Military & Veteran

Number of undergraduate students receiving Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits
1,173 students
  • Credit for military training:Yes
  • Dedicated staff member:Yes
  • Student veteran organization:Yes
  • Yellow Ribbon Program member:No
  • Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges member:Yes
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