601 University Drive, San Marcos, Texas 78666
- Rating: B+
- 40,678 Students
- Public
Description
Texas State University, located in San Marcos, Texas, is a large public research university known for its wide range of academic programs, with notable strengths in education, business, and health professions. Offering a comprehensive array of undergraduate and graduate degrees, Texas State is committed to student success and research, with a focus on applied learning experiences. The university’s picturesque campus, situated between Austin and San Antonio, provides a vibrant and diverse learning environment, making it an appealing choice for students seeking a dynamic and engaging educational experience.
National Merit
National Distinction Scholarship:
$40,000 total/$10,000 distributed annually
Eligibility Criteria (must meet all)
- Finalist in the National Merit Scholarship Program
- Select Texas State as your first college of choice with NMSC on or before May 31st prior to your first semester (email a copy of the certificate to Admissions at processing@txstate.edu)
Additional Scholarship Opportunities
Freshman-Assured Scholarships:
These Assured Scholarships are awarded on the basis of a student’s academic credentials (i.e., test scores and high school rank as well as IB diploma or AP Capstone Diploma). To be eligible for these awards, you must submit an admission application, high school transcript, and official SAT or ACT scores. These scholarships are guaranteed to all qualified residents and nonresidents (including international students) provided you are admitted to Texas State as a first-time incoming freshman and meet the minimum scholarship qualifications prior to your first semester (fall or spring). If you are a nonresident receiving an Assured Scholarship, you may also qualify to pay the in-state tuition rate for the same period covered by your scholarship.
President’s Honor Scholarship
| Award Amount | Eligibility Criteria | |
|---|---|---|
| $48,000 Total Award over 4 years (see renewal criteria below)$12,000 Annual Award (fall/spring) | Minimum SAT score of 1420+ORMinimum ACT score of 32+ | Top 25% of graduating classORIB diploma or AP Capstone Diploma |
Texas State Achievement Scholarship
| Award Amount | Eligibility Criteria | |
|---|---|---|
| $32,000 Total Award over 4 years (see renewal criteria below)$8,000 Annual Award (fall/spring) | Minimum SAT score of 1260-1410ORMinimum ACT score of 27-31 | Top 25% of graduating classORIB diploma or AP Capstone Diploma |
| $32,000 Total Award over 4 years (see renewal criteria below)$8,000 Annual Award (fall/spring) | Minimum SAT score of 1160-1250ORMinimum ACT score of 24-26 | Top 5% of graduating classORIB diploma or AP Capstone Diploma |
| $28,000 Total Award over 4 years (see renewal criteria below)$7,000 Annual Award (fall/spring) | Top 6% – 15% of graduating class | |
| $24,000 Total Award over 4 years (see renewal criteria below)$6,000 Annual Award (fall/spring) | Top 16% – 25% of graduating class | |
Texas State Distinguished Scholarship
| Award Amount | Eligibility Criteria | |
|---|---|---|
| $20,000 Total Award over 4 years (see renewal criteria below)$5,000 Annual Award (fall/spring) | Minimum SAT score of 1160+ORMinimum ACT score of 24+ | Top 26% – 30% of graduating class |
| $16,000 Total Award over 4 years (see renewal criteria below)$4,000 Annual Award (fall/spring) | Top 31% – 35% of graduating class | |
| $16,000 Total Award over 4 years (see renewal criteria below)$4,000 Annual Award (fall/spring) | Minimum SAT score of 1060-1150ORMinimum ACT score of 21-23 | Top 25% of graduating classORIB diploma or AP Capstone Diploma |
Last Updated: December 2024