Why This Matters
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136 FOUR-YEAR COLLEGES IN TEXAS
According to College Navigator, the four-year colleges in Texas include 62 public and 74 private non-profit options.
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$11,139 AVERAGE IN-STATE TUITION & FEES
For the 2022-23 school year, the average in-state tuition for public four-year colleges in Texas is $11,139, according to College Board.
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$15,330 AVERAGE FINANCIAL AID
In the U.S., full-time undergraduate students attending college in 2021-22 received an average of $15,330 per year in financial aid.
Our Research
This list features some of the best brick-and-mortar colleges in Texas. Each school featured is a nonprofit, accredited institution — either public or private — with a high standard of academic quality. We included liberal arts colleges and research universities as well as small, midsize, and large institutions. Next, we compared this comprehensive list to a list of aggregated college rankings from reputable publications, such as U.S. News & World Report, to simplify a student’s college search. We pored through these rankings so students don’t have to.
The colleges on our list are accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) — this organization examines the objectives, quality, and overall effectiveness of higher education programs in the southern United States.
We evaluated each school on tuition costs, admission standards, retention and graduation rates, faculty, and reputation as well as the resources and services provided for on-campus students. Then, we used this information to calculate the Intelligent Score on a scale of 0 to 100. Read more about our ranking methodology.
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The Top 50 Colleges in Texas
intelligent score 99.96
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Rankings
#1 Academic Influence
#1 Best Colleges
#2 College Evaluator
#2 College Factual
#2 Niche
#3 Great College Deals
School Information
Austin, TX
Graduation Rate: 82%
Admission Rate: 29%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Large
The flagship school of the University of Texas system, UT Austin offers 156 undergrad and 237 graduate degree programs on a 431-acre campus. This highly ranked public university's commitment to an accessible first-class education is evidenced by a cost of tuition much lower than that of its public competitors. A major center for academic research, UT Austin specializes in artificial intelligence, health care, engineering, national security, and energy - with claim to 786 international and U.S. patents. It boasts some of the most powerful supercomputers in the world and receives over $650 million annually in research grants and contracts. UT Austin's McDonald Observatory is a partner in constructing Chile's Giant Magellan Telescope. As one of the prestigious "Public Ivy" schools, UT Austin provides a rigorous academic experience for the 32% of applicants accepted without the hefty tuition found at private Ivy League universities.
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Delivery Format
On-Campus, Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120-127
Graduate: 32-45
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $1,632 - $1,949
Graduate: $1,210 - $1,248
accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
512-475-7399
Delivery Format
On-Campus, Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120-127
Graduate: 32-45
intelligent score 99.85
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Rankings
#1 College Evaluator
#1 College Factual
#1 Great College Deals
#1 Niche
#2 Best Colleges
#3 Academic Influence
School Information
Houston, TX
Graduation Rate: 94%
Admission Rate: 9%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Medium
Rice University, a private research institution located in Houston, has a student-faculty ratio of just 6:1 - these small class sizes encourage relationship-building and facilitate mentorships. There's great diversity among the student population, and Rice's world-class professors rank as some of the best in the United States. This loan-free institution offers income-based grants under The Rice Investment program, which often cover full tuition, fees, and room and board. Although Rice is best known for their applied science programs, they also have more than 50 other majors for you to choose from.
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Delivery Format
On-Campus, Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120-130
Graduate: 30-42
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $2,384
Graduate: $633 - $1,983
accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
713-348-0000
Delivery Format
On-Campus, Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120-130
Graduate: 30-42
intelligent score 99.26
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Rankings
#4 Best Colleges
#4 College Factual
#4 Great College Deals
#4 Niche
#5 Academic Influence
#5 College Evaluator
School Information
Dallas, TX
Graduation Rate: 80%
Admission Rate: 53%
Urbanicity: Suburban
School Size: Medium
Thanks to its Dallas location, Southern Methodist University's eight degree-granting schools provide students with access to internships at some of the world's leading companies. Nearly 87% of SMU graduates have jobs (or are in grad school) within six months of graduation, and SMU alumni are among the top 5% of highest-paid graduates. On campus, the Big iDeas program offers training and coaching for entrepreneurial projects and hosts pitch competitions in which students win funding for a business launch. The Incubator@SMU, a dedicated business workspace, and the Deason Innovation Gym support students by providing collaborative, immersive environments rich in opportunities for education, training, and mentoring.
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Delivery Format
On-Campus, Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30-39
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $2,389
Graduate: $1,755 - $2,164
accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
214-768-2058
Delivery Format
On-Campus, Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30-39
intelligent score 99.08
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Rankings
#2 Great College Deals
#3 Best Colleges
#3 College Evaluator
#3 College Factual
#3 Niche
School Information
College Station, TX
Graduation Rate: 83%
Admission Rate: 64%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Large
The Don & Ellie Knauss Veteran Resource Center (VRSC) at Texas A&M University has been providing personalized support for the school's undergraduate and graduate student veterans since 2012. In addition to new student and transfer conferences, VRSC implements an evidence-based "Application to Vocation" support model that's proactive, inclusive, and focused on students' strengths. The Military Admissions office offers transitional support and academic advising, and the Scholarships & Financial Aid department certifies and processes education benefit eligibility for federal and state VA benefits and scholarships. A designated Veteran Career Liaison helps student veterans with resume reviews, career fair prep, mock interviews, and salary negotiation. Also, Vet-Connect Lunch & Learns and Veteran Career Expos promote direct connections and networking when graduates are ready for employment.
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Delivery Format
On-Campus, Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30-96
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $718
Graduate
Resident: $848 - $1,312
Non-Resident: $1,390 - $1,854
accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
979-845-8300
Delivery Format
On-Campus, Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30-96
intelligent score 98.85
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Rankings
#5 College Factual
#5 Great College Deals
#6 Best Colleges
#6 Niche
#7 College Evaluator
#11 Academic Influence
School Information
Fort Worth, TX
Graduation Rate: 81%
Admission Rate: 54%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Medium
Fort Worth's Texas Christian University is affiliated with the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). This values-centered institution on 302 acres welcomes students from more than 60 faiths, helping them become ethical leaders and responsible global citizens. Business, nursing, and biology are the most popular majors. The Harris College of Nursing and Health Sciences and Neeley School of Business are regularly recognized for their proven academic excellence. With nearly 700 professors (98% of whom teach undergrads) and a 13:1 student-to-faculty ratio, this school offers learners a lot of personalized attention.
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Delivery Format
On-Campus, Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30-43
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $1,904
Graduate: $1,982
accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
817-257-7000
Delivery Format
On-Campus, Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30-43
intelligent score 98.84
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Rankings
#5 Best Colleges
#5 Niche
#10 College Evaluator
#10 College Factual
#15 Academic Influence
#17 Great College Deals
School Information
San Antonio, TX
Graduation Rate: 78%
Admission Rate: 34%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Medium
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Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $2,113
Graduate: $416 - $1,666
accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
210-999-8413
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30
intelligent score 97.90
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Rankings
#4 College Evaluator
#6 Academic Influence
#6 College Factual
#8 Niche
#9 Great College Deals
School Information
Waco, TX
Graduation Rate: 78%
Admission Rate: 57%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Medium
Baylor is the oldest continually operating university in Texas and boasts over 100,000 in-state alumni. The Hankamer School of Business is especially impressive as it offers majors such as accounting, marketing, management, and entrepreneurship, and Baylor is one of the few universities in the country to offer a Professional Seller program. The Baylor Angel Network allows students to get real-world experience as an analyst for an investment fund as well.
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Delivery Format
On-Campus, Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30-60
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $2,285
Graduate: $2,285
accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
254-710-3435
Delivery Format
On-Campus, Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30-60
intelligent score 97.30
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Rankings
#7 Academic Influence
#7 Best Colleges
#7 Niche
#9 College Factual
#10 Great College Deals
School Information
Lubbock, TX
Graduation Rate: 63%
Admission Rate: 68%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Large
This public university, located in the South Plains region of West Texas, is the only campus in the state with a major law school and medical school. They also offer a College of Architecture, College of Agricultural Sciences & Natural Resources, and School of Veterinary Medicine. Overall, Texas Tech allows you to choose from more than 150 undergraduate, 100 graduate, and 50 doctoral degrees. They are most notable for their Bachelor of Science in Renewable Energy program, which will teach you about the characteristics of renewable resources as well as techniques for project development and management. They offer undergraduate certification in Wind Energy and graduate certification in Wind Energy programs as well.
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Delivery Format
On-Campus, Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30-36
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate:
Resident: $493
Non-Resident: $1,005
Graduate
Resident: $528
Non-Resident: $983
accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
806-742-2011
Delivery Format
On-Campus, Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30-36
intelligent score 95.48
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Rankings
#4 Academic Influence
#8 College Evaluator
#10 Best Colleges
#10 Niche
#12 College Factual
#18 Great College Deals
School Information
Houston, TX
Graduation Rate: 61%
Admission Rate: 66%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Large
The University of Houston is an excellent choice if you're interested in studying abroad. UH provides a Learning Abroad 101 workshop, a program matching quiz, and access to Global Guides, who are individuals who have previous study abroad experience and now serve as ambassadors and mentors. UH faculty-led programs have been taught in many different countries, including Turkey, Tunisia, Italy, and France. The Reciprocal Educational Exchange Program allows students to study at a partner university while paying UH tuition rates (students from all majors are eligible to study at Swansea University in Wales).
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Delivery Format
On-Campus, Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120-126
Graduate: 30-39
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate
Resident: $420
Non-Resident: $905 - $940
Graduate
Resident: $840 - $990
Non-Resident: $1,081
accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
713-743-1010
Delivery Format
On-Campus, Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120-126
Graduate: 30-39
intelligent score 94.66
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Rankings
#7 College Factual
#8 Academic Influence
#8 Great College Deals
#9 Niche
School Information
Richardson, TX
Graduation Rate: 70%
Admission Rate: 87%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Large
With nearly 21% of its student body comprised of international students from over 100 countries, University of Texas at Dallas has a reputation for welcoming diversity. In 2021, more than 4,900 international students were enrolled in classes. The school's unique recruiting process is grounded in building trust and helping students feel safe on campus. UTD facilitates connections with programs and events that include International Week, the iFriend cultural exchange program, and a comprehensive International Student Orientation. The university offers 56 bachelor's, 59 master's, and 30 Ph.D. programs.
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Delivery Format
On-Campus, Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30-39
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate
Resident: $1,700
Non-Resident: $4,645
Graduate
Resident: $1,651
Non-Resident: $2,449
accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
972-883-2270
Delivery Format
On-Campus, Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30-39
intelligent score 94.32
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Rankings
School Information
Canyon, TX
Graduation Rate: 54%
Admission Rate: 97%
Urbanicity: Town
School Size: Medium
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Delivery Format
On-Campus, Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Certificate: 6-18
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30-60
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate:
Resident: $306
Non-Resident: $796
Graduate
Resident: $404
Non-Resident: $873
accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
806-651-0000
Delivery Format
On-Campus, Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Certificate: 6-18
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30-60
intelligent score 92.78
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Rankings
School Information
Denton, TX
Graduation Rate: 60%
Admission Rate: 81%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Large
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Delivery Format
On-Campus, Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Certificate: 15
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30-39
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $50 - $230
Graduate: $50 - $252
accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
940-565-2000
Delivery Format
On-Campus, Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Certificate: 15
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30-39
intelligent score 92.29
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Rankings
School Information
San Marcos, TX
Graduation Rate: 62%
Admission Rate: 70%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Large
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Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Certificate: 12-18
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30-63
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $307
Graduate: $357
accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
512-245-2111
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Certificate: 12-18
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30-63
intelligent score 91.70
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Rankings
School Information
Longview, TX
Graduation Rate: 53%
Admission Rate: 54%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Small
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Delivery Format
On-Campus, Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120-130
Graduate: 30-60
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $915 - $1,400
Graduate: $625 - $800
accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
903-233-3000
Delivery Format
On-Campus, Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120-130
Graduate: 30-60
intelligent score 91.21
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Rankings
School Information
Arlington, TX
Graduation Rate: 58%
Admission Rate: 93%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Large
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Delivery Format
On-Campus, Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30-45
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $508
Graduate: $613
accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
817-272-2011
Delivery Format
On-Campus, Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30-45
intelligent score 89.82
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Rankings
School Information
Abilene, TX
Graduation Rate: 64%
Admission Rate: 70%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Medium
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Delivery Format
On-Campus, Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120-128
Graduate: 30-48
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $1,177 - $1,765
Graduate: $779 - $1,432
accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
325-674-2000
Delivery Format
On-Campus, Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120-128
Graduate: 30-48
intelligent score 88.57
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Rankings
School Information
Irving, TX
Graduation Rate: 69%
Admission Rate: 58%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Small
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Delivery Format
On-Campus, Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Certificate: 18
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $1,985
Graduate: $800 - $1,625
accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
972-721-5000
Delivery Format
On-Campus, Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Certificate: 18
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30
intelligent score 88.54
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Rankings
School Information
Georgetown, TX
Graduation Rate: 72%
Admission Rate: 51%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Small
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Delivery Format
On-Campus, Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
120
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
$2,018
accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
800-252-3166
Delivery Format
On-Campus, Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
120
intelligent score 88.54
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Rankings
School Information
Sherman, TX
Graduation Rate: 71%
Admission Rate: 43%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Small
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Delivery Format
On-Campus, Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120 Graduate: 30
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $1,549
Graduate: $2,018
accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
903-813-3000
Delivery Format
On-Campus, Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120 Graduate: 30
intelligent score 87.65
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Rankings
School Information
Edinburg, TX
Graduation Rate: 58%
Admission Rate: 94%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Large
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Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120 Graduate: 30
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate
Resident: $684
Non-Resident: $1,104
Graduate
Resident: $741
Non-Resident: $1,161
accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
956-882-4026
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120 Graduate: 30
intelligent score 87.32
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Rankings
School Information
Huntsville, TX
Graduation Rate: 61%
Admission Rate: 97%
Urbanicity: Town
School Size: Large
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Delivery Format
On-Campus, Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30-36
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate
Resident: $244
Non-Resident: $652
Graduate
Resident: $320
Non-Resident: $728
accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
936-294-1111
Delivery Format
On-Campus, Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30-36
intelligent score 87.26
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Rankings
School Information
San Antonio, TX
Graduation Rate: 59%
Admission Rate: 88%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Medium
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Delivery Format
On-Campus, Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Certificate: 12-18
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30-39
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $1,086
Graduate: $1,099
accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
210-436-3126
Delivery Format
On-Campus, Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Certificate: 12-18
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30-39
intelligent score 86.87
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Rankings
School Information
San Antonio, TX
Graduation Rate: 46%
Admission Rate: 56%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Small
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Delivery Format
On-Campus, Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Associate: 96
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Associate: $415
Undergraduate: $530
Graduate: $530
accreditation
Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
800-880-6600
Delivery Format
On-Campus, Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Associate: 96
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30
intelligent score 86.74
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Rankings
School Information
Prairie View, TX
Graduation Rate: 45%
Admission Rate: 77%
Urbanicity: Town
School Size: Medium
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Delivery Format
On-Campus, Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120-156
Graduate: 30-36
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $325
Graduate: $362
accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
936-261-3311
Delivery Format
On-Campus, Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120-156
Graduate: 30-36
intelligent score 86.69
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Rankings
School Information
San Antonio, TX
Graduation Rate: 52%
Admission Rate: 91%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Large
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Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Certificate: 15-18
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30-66
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $381
Graduate: $540
accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
210-458-4011
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Certificate: 15-18
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30-66
intelligent score 86.33
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Rankings
School Information
San Antonio, TX
Graduation Rate: 51%
Admission Rate: 94%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Medium
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Delivery Format
On-Campus, Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120-121
Graduate: 30-36
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $1,050
Graduate: $1,100 - $1,125
accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
800-749-9673
Delivery Format
On-Campus, Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120-121
Graduate: 30-36
intelligent score 85.27
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Rankings
School Information
Odessa, TX
Graduation Rate: 51%
Admission Rate: 65%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Medium
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Delivery Format
On-Campus, Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30-36
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate
In-State: $219 - $249
Out-of-State: $627
Graduate
In-State: $274 - $304
Out-of-State: $682
accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
432-552-2020
Delivery Format
On-Campus, Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30-36
intelligent score 84.85
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Rankings
School Information
Denton, TX
Graduation Rate: 58%
Admission Rate: 96%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Medium
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Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Certificate: 15-18
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30-36
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $238
Graduate: $288
accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
940-898-2000
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Certificate: 15-18
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30-36
intelligent score 84.51
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Rankings
School Information
Houston, TX
Graduation Rate: 62%
Admission Rate: 98%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Medium
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Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Certificate: 12-18
Associate: 60
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30-36
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Certificate: $200 - $598
Associate: $200 - $393
Undergraduate: $1,175
Graduate: $600 - $1,163
accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
713-522-7911
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Certificate: 12-18
Associate: 60
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30-36
intelligent score 83.83
Award
Rankings
School Information
Tyler, TX
Graduation Rate: 54%
Admission Rate: 94%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Medium
Award
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30-60
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate
Resident: $861
Non-Resident: $1,371
Graduate
Resident: $990 - $1,037
Non-Resident: $1,488 - $1,546
accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
903-566-7000
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30-60
intelligent score 83.49
Award
Rankings
School Information
Keene, TX
Graduation Rate: 56%
Admission Rate: 58%
Urbanicity: Town
School Size: Small
Award
Delivery Format
On-Campus, Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30-36
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $732 - $975
Graduate: $975
accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
800-433-2240
Delivery Format
On-Campus, Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30-36
intelligent score 82.63
Award
Rankings
School Information
Lubbock, TX
Graduation Rate: 55%
Admission Rate: 95%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Small
Award
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Certificate: 15-24
Undergraduate: 120-135
Graduate: 30-60
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $881
Graduate: $437 - $1,700
accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
806-796-8800
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Certificate: 15-24
Undergraduate: 120-135
Graduate: 30-60
intelligent score 81.54
Award
Rankings
School Information
Wichita Falls, TX
Graduation Rate: 52%
Admission Rate: 95%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Medium
Award
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30-36
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate
Resident: $551
Non-Resident: $959
Graduate
Resident: $591
Non-Resident: $999
accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
940-397-4000
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30-36
intelligent score 81.25
Award
Rankings
School Information
El Paso, TX
Graduation Rate: 48%
Admission Rate: 100%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Large
Award
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Certificate: 15-18
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30-36
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate
Resident: $336 - $414
Non-Resident: $336 - $565
Graduate
Resident: $490
Non-Resident: $575
accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
915-747-5000
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Certificate: 15-18
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30-36
intelligent score 81.14
Award
Rankings
School Information
Nacogdoches, TX
Graduation Rate: 54%
Admission Rate: 83%
Urbanicity: Town
School Size: Medium
Award
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30-36
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $561
Graduate: $566
accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
936-468-3401
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30-36
intelligent score 80.81
Award
Rankings
School Information
Houston, TX
Graduation Rate: 33%
Admission Rate: 63%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Medium
Award
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120-129
Graduate: 30-36
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate
Resident: $100
Non-Resident: $458
Graduate
Resident: $137
Non-Resident: $458
accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
713-313-7011
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120-129
Graduate: 30-36
intelligent score 80.51
Award
Rankings
School Information
Stephenville, TX
Graduation Rate: 60%
Admission Rate: 57%
Urbanicity: Town
School Size: Medium
Award
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30-36
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate
Resident: $183 - $199
Non-Resident: $603
Graduate
Resident: $241
Non-Resident: $661
accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
254-968-9000
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30-36
intelligent score 78.84
Award
Rankings
School Information
San Angelo, TX
Graduation Rate: 40%
Admission Rate: 70%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Medium
Award
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Certificate: 15-18
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30-36
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate
Resident: $187
Non-Resident: $607
Graduate
Resident: $232
Non-Resident: $652
accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
800-946-8627
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Certificate: 15-18
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30-36
intelligent score 76.32
Award
Rankings
School Information
Dallas, TX
Graduation Rate: 54%
Admission Rate: 94%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Medium
Award
Delivery Format
On-Campus, Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Certificate: 12-18
Associate: 60
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30-36
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $1,217
Graduate: $1,271 - $1,325
accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
214-333-5360
Delivery Format
On-Campus, Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Certificate: 12-18
Associate: 60
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30-36
intelligent score 75.66
Award
Rankings
School Information
Laredo, TX
Graduation Rate: 54%
Admission Rate: 54%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Medium
Award
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30-36
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $50
Graduate
Resident: $77
Non-Resident: $486
accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
956-326-2001
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30-36
intelligent score 75.54
Award
Rankings
School Information
Houston, TX
Graduation Rate: 68%
Admission Rate: 91%
Urbanicity: Suburban
School Size: Medium
Award
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30-42
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate
Resident: $50
Non-Resident: $458
Graduate
Resident: $100
Non-Resident: $478
accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
281-283-7600
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30-42
intelligent score 75.47
Award
Rankings
School Information
Beaumont, TX
Graduation Rate: 41%
Admission Rate: 88%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Medium
Award
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30-38
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate
Resident: $259
Non-Resident: $679
Graduate
Resident: $100
Non-Resident: $779
accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
409-880-7011
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30-38
intelligent score 74.33
Award
Rankings
School Information
Austin, TX
Graduation Rate: 45%
Admission Rate: 89%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Small
Award
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30-36
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $1,135
Graduate: $595 - $825
accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
800-865-4282
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30-36
intelligent score 72.47
Award
Rankings
School Information
Abilene, TX
Graduation Rate: 38%
Admission Rate: 78%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Small
Award
Delivery Format
On-Campus, Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30-36
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $967
Graduate: $1,000
accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
325-793-3800
Delivery Format
On-Campus, Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30-36
intelligent score 72.02
Award
Rankings
School Information
Houston, TX
Graduation Rate: 45%
Admission Rate: 85%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Medium
Award
Delivery Format
On-Campus, Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120-125
Graduate: 30-36
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $1,465
Graduate: $600
accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
281-649-3000
Delivery Format
On-Campus, Online
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120-125
Graduate: 30-36
intelligent score 71.57
Award
Rankings
School Information
San Antonio, TX
Graduation Rate: 47%
Admission Rate: 66%
Urbanicity: City
School Size: Small
Award
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30-36
Department
Estimated Cost per Credit
Undergraduate: $987
Graduate: $492 - $1,054
accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
more program informationEmail:
[email protected]
Phone:
210-434-6711
Delivery Format
On-Campus
Programs
Required Credits to Graduate
Undergraduate: 120
Graduate: 30-36
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What You Should Know About Graduating From College in Texas
As you evaluate college options in Texas, you should consider how a degree will prepare you to enter the state’s workforce. The five largest industries in Texas are office and administrative support occupations, transportation and material moving, sales, food preparation and serving, and management.
Also, the five careers for workers with a bachelor’s degree that are seeing the most job growth within the state are data scientists, information security analysts, logisticians, medical and health services managers, and operations research analysts.
Texas is a large state that has many companies employing thousands of people, and a number of employers even have tens of thousands of people working for them. A few of the state’s largest employers include the University of Texas at Austin, the MD Anderson Cancer Center, the Texas Department of Transportation, UTMB Health Diagnostic Imaging, and Chevron.
What’s Next?
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- Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. Find detailed information on in-state tuition eligibility requirements and state education loans from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.
- Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Provided by the U.S. Department of Education, FAFSA is the main form students use to apply for financial aid for college. To determine if you’re eligible for aid, submit a completed FAFSA form online.
- CareerOneStop Scholarship Finder. This tool will show you available scholarships, grants, and loans and can be filtered by state and degree type. It includes information such as dollar amounts, how to apply, qualifications, deadlines, and contact details.