Texas State University

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Introduction

Texas State's more than 38,000 students choose from 99 bachelor’s, 91 master’s and 14 doctoral degree programs offered by the following colleges: Applied Arts, McCoy College of Business Administration, Education, Fine Arts and Communication, Health Professions, Liberal Arts, Science and Engineering, University College and the Graduate College. As an Emerging Research University, Texas State offers opportunities for discovery and innovation to faculty and students. Our students come from around the globe, and our student body is diverse. Fifty-four percent of Texas State students are ethnic minorities.Texas State ranks among the top 12 universities in the USA for the number of bachelor's degrees awarded to Hispanic students. Texas State's main campus is in San Marcos, a growing community of 50,000 people in the Austin Metropolitan Area. Texas State enjoys a setting that is unique among Texas universities. The beauty of the crystal-clear San Marcos River and the stately cypress and oak trees on the campus add to the charm of the university’s picturesque setting. Our location on the banks of the San Marcos River provides recreational activities for students throughout the year.