Tarleton State University exists to provide an academically challenging educational experience through effective teaching, scholarship, research, and service which enabling students to pursue truth and acquire understanding, knowledge, and skills necessary for establishing successful careers and becoming responsible citizens and leaders.
Admission information :
Admission Office Phone: (254) 968-9125
Admission / Applications ratio (2006): 57%
Admission Considerations:
Secondary school rank (Required), Secondary school record (Required), Completion of college-prepatory program (Recommended), Admission test scores (Required), TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) (Required)
Test Scores (2006) :
25th Percentile
75th Percentile
SAT Critical Reading
420
520
SAT Math
440
540
SAT Writing
420
520
ACT Composite
18
22
ACT English
17
22
ACT Math
18
23
Notes:
25th Percentile = 25% of students scored at or below
75th Percentile = 25% of students scored above
Tuition and Fees :
Undergraduate Academic Year Cost:
2005-2006
2006-2007
2007-2008
Tuition and fees (in-state)
$3,438
$4,010
$4,537
Tuition and fees (out-of-state)
$10,062
$10,610
$10,959
Books and supplies
$800
$1,000
$1,100
Room and board (on campus)
$5,532
$5,802
$5,802
Financial Aid Information:
Financial Aid Office Phone: (254) 968-9070
Percentage of students receiving any financial aid: 79%
Average amount of types of financial aid received from:
Federal Grants: $2,624
State/Local Grants: $4,158
Institutional Grants: $1,011
Student Loans: $3,812