Texas State University

San Marcos, Texas flag United States

Texas State, a public, student-centered research institution, is guided by an unwavering belief in the power of education to transform communities, power, and economics, and to reimagine the world. Our students come from every walk of life and come to us from across Texas, the nation, and the world.

38,000+ students
48 states and 87 countries
22:1 student: faculty ratio

Academics

Texas State University offers 181 degree programs including

No matter what field you choose to explore, you’ll find opportunities at Texas State University to take part in hands-on research, to immerse yourself in another culture, or to take on challenging and exciting honors courses. Texas State is the place to find the richest educational experiences.

Texas State is committed to funding applied research that will change the world. Undergraduate and graduate students in all fields can find opportunities at Texas State to generate new knowledge and push the boundaries in every discipline. Texas State graduates leave school with valuable practical experience in healthcare, business, digital media, and more.

200+ programs to choose from

Campus and Community

San Marcos is the heart of Texas. It offers all the freedom and excitement of a city with a cozy neighborhood vibe. More than 7,000 Bobcats live on our San Marcos campus each year—including almost every first-year student. You’ll be close to your classes, great places to eat, and all the activities that go on at the Quad. At Texas State, you’ll find a year-round slate jam-packed with events, performances, guest speakers, and, of course, Bobcat Athletics.

Student Life

Texas State University’s student life is just as rich as our academic culture. At Texas State, students live and learn surrounded by unparalleled natural beauty; great music and art; fabulous traditions of food and culture; and so much more.

350+ registered student organizations
With more than 300 academic, artistic, social, and service-oriented student groups, you’ll find people who are into what you’re into.
Join 4,500 other students, faculty, and staff to volunteer at Bobcat Build, our day-long, student-led annual community service project.

Housing and Dining

Texas State offers more than 20 housing options at a variety of rates. If you want something more out of your freshman year experience, consider joining a Living-Learning Community. Our LLCs are groups of students who choose to live in the same residence hall based on common interests, professional tracks, or majors. At Texas State, you’ll find 18 LLCs to choose from.

Texas State’s meal plans offer flexibility, variety, affordability, and several exclusive perks. Our campus dining halls, with food service provided by Chartwells, offer students a range of meal options for all students.

Sports Programs

Become a Bobcat and compete with your choice of 16 different NCAA Division I men’s and women’s teams.