Texas State University
601 University Drive, San Marcos, Texas 78666 United States of America
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- About the Institution
Texas State University (TXST) is a public, student-centered research institution offering bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees.
TXST is classified by Carnegie as an R2: Doctoral University – High Research Activity (Research 2: high research spending & doctorate production).
- Institution Type
Public Research University
- Establishment Year
1899
- Educational Focus
- Liberal Arts
- Sciences
- Engineering
- Business
- Education
- Health
- Fine Arts & Communication
- Applied Arts
- Accreditations
- Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral degrees.
- Discipline-specific professional accreditations such as CACREP (Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs) accreditations for counseling programs.
- Rankings
- U.S. News & World Report – National Universities (2026): Tied for #257 in “Best National Universities” category
- Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings (2026): Ranked in the 1201–1500 band globally
- Highlights
- R2 Research Focus with growing external funding and specialized facilities such as STAR Park (research park) and notable research centers (e.g., Forensic Anthropology Center).
- HSI & Diversity: Recognized Hispanic-Serving Institution with more than 55% ethnic minority enrollment and strong support for first-generation students.