Texas State University

Texas State University is a public four-year institution located in San Marcos, Texas, situated in a small city setting. The university enrolls 41,676 students (IPEDS 2023) and holds a quality score of 54 out of 100. The completion rate stands at 56% (IPEDS 2023), with a retention rate of 78% (IPEDS 2023).

Texas State offers a broad range of health, engineering, and technical programs across both associate and bachelor credential levels. Notable offerings include Construction Engineering Technology/Technician, Engineering/Industrial Management, Health/Health Care Administration/Management, Health Information/Medical Records Administration/Administrator, Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Nursing Administration, Family Practice Nurse/Nursing, Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist, Athletic Training/Trainer, and Recording Arts Technology/Technician.

Located between Austin and San Antonio in the Texas Hill Country, San Marcos provides students with access to a growing metropolitan corridor. Texas State serves as a comprehensive university with particular depth in healthcare and engineering technology disciplines, making it a strong option for students seeking career-focused bachelor's and associate programs in central Texas.