Undergraduate Enrollment

24,823

Points of Distinction

• Only Texas public institution ranked in the top tier of master’s universities in the western United States by U.S. News and World Report
• San Marcos provides scenic views and opportunities for research and recreation
• Diverse student body (32 percent ethnic minority); ranked 16th in the nation for undergraduate degrees granted to Hispanics
• Located 30 miles south of Austin and 50 miles north of San Antonio

Lyndon B. Johnson’s alma mater continues to grow in popularity. In fall 2008, Texas State announced a record-setting enrollment of more than 29,000 students, making it the fifth-largest university in the state.

Texas State recently opened its Ingram School of Engineering, and the university now offers more than 200 undergraduate and graduate degree programs. Founded as a teacher preparatory school in 1899, Texas State is still known for its education programs, but it also has a national reputation for geography and communication design. Water is a major theme at Texas State, which is home to the Aquarena Center, the River Systems Institute, and the Edwards Aquifer Research and Data Center. Faculty and students involved with the aquatic resources programs conduct critical work related to the preservation of freshwater resources.

With 32 ongoing construction projects, the Texas State campus is transforming to accommodate its growth. The expansion of the student recreation center is near completion, and additional green space adds to the beauty of the campus. Construction is set to begin on a new nursing building at the Round Rock Higher Education Center north of Austin.

Texas State sponsors more than 260 student organizations. Sixteen men’s and women’s teams compete at the NCAA Division I level (Football Championship Subdivision). Sewell Park, on the banks of the San Marcos River, is a favorite spot for relaxing or studying alfresco.

Students also head to the historic downtown area surrounding the Hays County Courthouse, nicknamed the Square, for live music and cozy coffeehouses.