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SAT University Admissions Guide
Also known as: Texas State, TXST, Southwest Texas State University
Public school in San Marcos, Texas, United States of America
Established in 1899 as Southwest Texas State Normal School, Texas State University now serves over 40,000 students across its San Marcos and Round Rock campuses, offering more than 200 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs. Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and designated a Hispanic-Serving Institution, TXST is classified as a doctoral university with high research activity and hosts the world’s largest forensic anthropology center. The university’s expansive 517‑acre main campus features state‑of‑the‑art facilities and a 101‑acre Round Rock campus focused on specialized programs.
SAT Scores are required for some programs
This university requires SAT Scores for some programs.
SAT or ACT scores are not required for applicants ranked in the top 75% of their high school class; these applicants undergo holistic review without test scores. Students in the fourth quartile must submit scores meeting the assured admission thresholds outlined in TXST’s admission table, and all other applicants are reviewed individually based on coursework, essays, and competitive factors.
Note: Some programs or scholarships may still recommend or require SAT scores. Always verify the latest admission criteria on the official university website.
University Park, Texas, United States of America
Southern Methodist University (SMU) is a private research university in University Park, Texas, affiliated with the United Methodist Church and classified among R1 institutions for very high research activity.
Abilene, Texas, United States of America
Abilene Christian University (ACU) is a private Christian research university in Abilene, Texas, classified as Carnegie R2 for high research activity.
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Alamo Colleges District is a network of five open‑admissions community colleges in San Antonio, Texas, serving diverse learners with credit, workforce, and continuing education programs.
Alvin, Texas, United States of America
Alvin Community College (ACC) is a public community college in Alvin, Texas, offering open enrollment and workforce‑focused programs across associate and certificate pathways.
San Angelo, Texas, United States of America
Angelo State University (ASU) is a public, test‑optional university in San Angelo, Texas, and part of the Texas Tech University System.
Austin, Texas, United States of America
Austin Community College District (ACC) is a public community college district in Austin, Texas, with open‑door admissions and multiple campuses serving over 35,000 credit students and nearly 100,000 total learners.
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