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PURSUE YOUR CAREER
80+ MAJORS
70+ MINORS
20+ CERTIFICATIONS
190+ CONCENTRATIONS
THE FUTURE IS YOURS
At Tarleton State University, we believe that your education should fit seamlessly into your life, no matter where you are. That’s why we offer multiple locations to serve our emerging student body. Whether you’re looking to stay close to home or explore new horizons, our varied campuses ensure that you have the flexibility and support to achieve your academic and career goals. The future is yours at Tarleton State University, where you can thrive in a community that values your aspirations and helps you turn them into reality.
DIVISION I ATHLE TICS
180 ACRE CAMPUS
50% OF TRANSFERS ARE FIRSTGENERATION 48 40 Texans REPRESENT 228 TEXAS COUNTIES STATES & COUNTRIES 23:1
18,000+ FALL 2024 ENROLLMENT
TARLETON STATE LOCATIONS
35% OF STUDENTS ARE TRANSFER STUDENTS
STEPHENVILLE MAJORS
COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE & NATURAL RESOURCES
AGRIBUSINESS
Agribusiness Management
Agricultural Economics
Dairy Business Management
Personal/Small Business Financial Planning
AGRICULTURAL COMMUNICATION
AGRICULTURAL EDUCATION
AGRICULTURAL SERVICES & DEVELOPMENT
Agricultural Science with Teacher Certification
Agri-Industries & Agencies
Interdisciplinary Agriculture
ANIMAL SCIENCE
Animal Production
Business
Meat & Food Science
Pre-Veterinary Medicine
Range & Ranch Management
Science
HORTICULTURAL & PLANT SCIENCE
Horticultural Business
Horticultural Management
Horticultural Science
Sustainable Agriculture & Agroecology
DR. SAM PACK COLLEGE OF BUSINESS
ACCOUNTING
APPLIED SCIENCE
Business Administration
Psychological Sciences
BUSINESS
COMPUTER INFORMATION
SYSTEMS
Accelerated CIS/MS Information Systems
Accelerated Cyber Security Certificate & CIS/MS Information Systems
Cyber Security Certificate & Concentration Information System
COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
APPLIED SOCIOLOGY
General Community Engagement
Sociology of Education
CHILD DEVELOPMENT & FAMILY STUDIES
Child Life Education
Child Life Specialist
Early Childhood Education
Family Life Education
Family Life Educator
ECONOMICS
FINANCE
Corporate Finance
Financial Planning
GENERAL BUSINESS
HUMAN RESOURCES
MANAGEMENT
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Accelerated IT/MS Information Technology
Cyber Security Certificate & Concentration Information Technology
WILDLIFE, SUSTAINABILITY, & ECOSYSTEM SCIENCES
Entomology
Fisheries Ecology & Management
Natural Resource Policy
Rangeland Ecology & Management
Wildlife Ecology & Management
ZOO ANIMAL CARE & MANAGEMENT
Pre-Veterinary Medicine
Zoo Biology & Management
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS
MANAGEMENT
General Management
Small Business/Entrepreneurship
MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Accelerated MIS/MS Information Systems
Cyber Security Certificate & Concentration Information System
MARKETING
ELEMENTARY TEACHER EDUCATION
All Level Spec. Educ. EC-6 Gen. w/ ESL
All Level Special Education w/o ESL
EC-3 w/ ESL
EC-3 w/o ESL
EC-6 Core Subjects w/ ESL Supplemental
EC-6 Core Subjects w/o ESL Supplemental
SECONDARY TEACHER EDUCATION
4-8 Teacher Education English, LA, Read, & SS w/ ESL 4-8 Teacher Education English, LA, Read, & SS w/o ESL 4-8 Teacher Education Math w/ ESL
4-8 Teacher Education Math w/o ESL 4-8 Teacher Education Math & Science w/ ESL
MAYFIELD COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE & MACHINE LEARNING
CIVIL ENGINEERING
COMPUTER SCIENCE
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE & MACHINE
Learning Computer Engineering
Cybersecurity
Game Development
General Computer Science
Software Engineering
CONSTRUCTION SCIENCE & MANAGEMENT
CYBERSECURITY
ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING
INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY
MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
4-8 Teacher Education Math & Science w/o ESL 4-8 Teacher Education Science w/ ESL
4-8 Teacher Education Science w/o ESL
7-12 English Language Arts
7-12 History
7-12 Life Science
7-12 Math
7-12 Social Studies
7-12 Science Composite
PSYCHOLOGY
Educational Psychology
General Psychology
Pre-Clinical Psychology
MANUFACTURING & INDUSTRIAL MANAGEMENT
Construction
Industrial Management
Industrial Safety
Quality Management
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
COLLEGE OF LIBERAL & FINE ARTS
ART
W/ Teacher Certification Studio Art
COMMUNICATIONS
Journalism & Broadcasting
Professional & Relational Communication
Public Relations & Social Engagement Sports
Communication
Travel, Event, & Activity Management
CRIMINAL JUSTICE
CRIMINAL JUSTICE ADMINISTRATION
DIGITAL MEDIA STUDIES
Game Design
Graphic Design
Media Production
ENGLISH
W/ Teacher Certification Creative Writing
Literature
Medical & Health Humanities Public & Professional Writing
GENERAL STUDIES
GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS
GEOGRAPHY & GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS
HISTORY W/o Teacher Certification Secondary Certification (Option 1) Social Studies Composite (Option 4)
LEGAL STUDIES
Paralegal Studies Pre-Law
MUSIC
General w/o Music Business Accelerated
Instrumental Concentration Accelerated Vocal Concentration Music Business
Music Education Instrumental
Music Education Vocal
Musical Theatre Performance Instrumental
Performance
Jazz Studies Performance
Piano Performance
Vocal Performance
COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES
COMMUNICATION SCIENCE & DISORDERS
KINESIOLOGY
Athletic Training
Coaching, Athletic Administration,&
Recreation
Exercise & Allied Health Professions
Exercise & Sport Studies
Fitness, Athletic, & Strength Training
Physical Education Teacher Education
NURSING
HEALTH SCIENCE
Health & Wellness Solutions Health Studies
NUTRITION SCIENCE
Dietetics Track Food & Nutrition
COLLEGE OF SCIENCE & MATHEMATICS
BIOLOGY
Aquatic Ecology
Botany
General Biology
General Environmental General Wildlife
Molecular Terrestrial Ecology
Zoology
BIOMEDICAL SCIENCE
General w/o Certification Pre-Medical & Pre-Dental Pre-Pharmacy
Pre-Physical Therapy/ Pre-Physician Assistant Pre-Vet
BIOTECHNOLOGY
Bioinformatics
Molecular Biotechnology
Plant & Animal Biotechnology
CHEMISTRY
Biochemistry
Environmental Chemistry
Forensic Chemistry
Interdisciplinary
Pre-Health
Professional Chemistry
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
Environmental Policy
Geospatial Information Science Science
GEOSCIENCE
Earth Science w/o Certification
Environmental Science
Geology
Hydrogeology
Petroleum Geology
KEY
POLITICAL SCIENCE
Accelerated Political Science Self-Designed
Political Science
SPANISH
W/ Teacher Certification W/o Teacher
Certification Criminal Justice
Translation & Interpretation
THEATRE
Acting & Directing
Design & Theatre Technology Musical Theatre Theatre Education
MAJOR Concentration
PUBLIC HEALTH
Public Health Educator
Public Health Pre-Graduate
SOCIAL WORK
Child Welfare General
SPORT MANAGEMENT
MATHEMATICS
Biomathematics
Data Analysis Environmental Mathematics
Financial Analysis General Mathematics
Mathematics for Teaching Pre-Actuarial
Pre-Law
Pre-Medical & Pre-Dental Technical Writing
NEUROSCIENCE
PHYSICS
STATISTICS
MAJORS as of Fall 2025
FIND YOUR AREA OF INTEREST
WELCOME HOME
ON CAMPUS RESOURCES
Free Tutoring • Writing and Speaking Centers • Math, Science, Accounting & Engineering Clinics
Student Accessibility Resources • Texan Smart Financial Wellness Center
Purple Pantry (24/7 Food Pantry) • First Generation Initiatives • Career Services
Student Health Center • Student Counseling Services • Child Care Resources
Student Tech Support • The Source - Printing & Advertising Services
Settle into the heart of student life in our vibrant residence halls, where everything you need is just a hop, skip, and jump away. From classes to tasty dining options and exciting recreation, enjoy the ultimate convenience right at your doorstep. Our modern facilities and essential resources create a warm and welcoming atmosphere, turning your stay into a true home sweet home.
INVOLVED GETTING
TEXAN TRADITIONS
Tarleton State traditions run deep! Get connected by attending Tarleton State events, such as Launching of the Ducks, or by taking advantage of campus resources.
RECREATION
HAMMOCK GARDENS
ADMISSIONS
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
The following requirements must be met:
• Submit an application for admission
• Be in good standing at other college(s)/university(s) attended
• Meet the cumulative GPA requirements (see chart)
COST BREAKDOWN
average annual cost based on 15 credit hours
FIND YOUR NET ESTIMATED COST OF ATTENDANCE
PRESIDENT’S GUARANTEED SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Students who transfer to Tarleton State University with a 2.0 GPA or higher and taking at least 6 credit hours will be guaranteed at an annual level between $250 and $2,500 as indicated in the table below.
Students must have 30 transferable hours to be considered.
NEXT STEPS ADMITTED STUDENTS
YOUR NEXT STEPS ONLINE!
CHECKLIST
MAKE IT OFFICIAL
Claim your University ID, Download Microsoft Authenticator, and Activate your Student Email
Meet with your advisor – At this time you will discuss degree plans and register for classes. You can request an advising appointment at choose.tarleton.edu/advising.
Complete your FAFSA and Scholarship Application – These applications will give you all your options when it comes to paying for college.
Submit your final college transcript – If enrolled in courses at the time of admission, you must request an updated college transcript to be sent to us.
Submit proof of Bacterial Meningitis Vaccination – Required only if you are under 22 years old.
Am I TSI exempt? – Find out at choose.tarleton.edu/trftsi.
Pay Tuition – Tuition is due 7 days before classes start, not at the time of registration.
EXPERIENCE CAMPUS LIFE
Visit Campus – Schedule your tour today!
Attend Transfer Takeover – All incoming transfer students are invited to attend this transfer orientation event. Events dates are posted online.
Attend Duck Camp – Events dates are posted online for those eligible.
GEAR UP FOR THE NEW SEMESTER
Apply for Housing – Required for students transferring with less than 30 credit hours.
Pick out your Meal Plan – Meal Plans are billed per semester and added to the tuition bill.
Get your Parking Pass – If you’ll be parking on campus, you will want to be sure you have this!
Download the Microsoft Office 365 Suite – Get access free of charge.
