Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
94.20%
SAT Average
1,068
ACT Range
19-24
Tarleton State University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 94.20%. This means approximately 942 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 12,263 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
94.20%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $7,878 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $17,958 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $22,981 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $20,261 | State avg: $17,343. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 37.11% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 45.48% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Tarleton State University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$17,958
Room and board
$10,846
Books and supplies
$1,560
Other expenses
$3,816
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$22,981
Average net price
$20,261
Average aid coverage
12%
$2,720 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Tarleton State University pays approximately $20,261 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Texas average of $17,343 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Tarleton State University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Texas and national averages.
Tarleton State University net price
$20,261
Texas average
$17,343
National average
$17,506
Tarleton State University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $17,958 and average net price at $20,261. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$17,958
Current net price
$20,261
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
51.23%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$53,040
Undergraduates
12,263
10-Year Median Earnings - Tarleton State University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Tarleton State University graduates earn about 1.2x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Tarleton State University?
Undergraduates
12,263
Completion rate
51.23%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
37.11%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
45.48%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 37.11% of Tarleton State University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 45.48% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Tarleton State University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Tarleton State University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Tarleton State University lists Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Tarleton State University is listed at 1333 W. Washington, Stephenville, TX 76401-0000. Accreditor: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Compare Schools
Compare Tarleton State University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tarleton State University | 94.20% | $17,958 | $20,261 | $53,040 |
| West Coast University-Texas | Not available | $16,715 | $25,957 | $102,672 |
| University of North Texas Health Science Center | Not available | Not available | Not available | $93,615 |
| The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston | Not available | Not available | Not available | $92,961 |
| Chamberlain University-Texas | 95.65% | $19,686 | $32,247 | $92,405 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tarleton State University's acceptance rate?
Tarleton State University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 94.20%.
How much is Tarleton State University tuition?
Tarleton State University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $17,958.
What is Tarleton State University's average net price?
Tarleton State University's average net price in the local dataset is $20,261.
What is Tarleton State University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $53,040 for Tarleton State University.
Is Tarleton State University accredited?
Tarleton State University's accreditor in the local dataset is Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
How many students attend Tarleton State University?
The local dataset lists 12,263 undergraduate students at Tarleton State University.
What percentage of Tarleton State University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Tarleton State University in the local dataset is 37.11%.
What is the federal loan rate at Tarleton State University?
The federal loan rate for Tarleton State University in the local dataset is 45.48%.
Where should I verify Tarleton State University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Tarleton State University or the latest official federal education data.