Tarleton State University
Stephenville, Texas · Public
Tarleton State University admitted 54% of 21,840 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 960–1150 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 51% of students graduate within six years.
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Application deadlines
Tarleton State University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Regular decision
- July 26, 2027
The application fee is $50, and Tarleton State University accepts the Common App fee waiver.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Tarleton State University’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
Early decision and early action
Tarleton State University doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.
What admissions weighs
How Tarleton State University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- Course rigor
- Class rank
Important
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Considered
- GPA
- Test scores
Not considered
- Essay
- Recommendations
- Interview
- Activities
- Talent or ability
- Character
- First generation
- Legacy
- Where you live
- State residency
- Religion
- Volunteering
- Work experience
- Showing interest
What it costs
Full price with housing is $24,100 in-state and $34,180 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $15,363 on average (in-state).
Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:
Quick answers
What is Tarleton State University’s acceptance rate?
Tarleton State University admitted 54% of applicants: 11,763 of 21,840 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).
When is Tarleton State University’s application deadline?
Tarleton State University’s 2026–27 deadline is July 26, 2027. It has no early round on the Common App.
What SAT score do you need for Tarleton State University?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 960 to 1150, with a median around 1050. A score at or above 1050 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is Tarleton State University’s application fee?
The application fee is $50 for 2026–27, and Tarleton State University accepts the Common App fee waiver.
Does Tarleton State University have supplemental essays?
No. Tarleton State University doesn’t ask for a supplemental essay or the Common App personal essay for 2026–27.
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