This page highlights key university achievements. For enrollment and demographic numbers, see our Facts & Data page.

Recent Recognitions

A World-Class Education at an Affordable Cost

2 out of 3

bachelor’s degrees at TXST are awarded to at-risk students.

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2024

Fulbright Hispanic-Serving Institution Leader

U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs

Top Performer

in social mobility

U.S. News and World Report

#39

best online bachelor's programs

U.S. News and World Report

Top Ranked Institution for Social Impact

Top 9%

World University Rankings for International Students

Study Abroad Aide

Green College

 named among the Best Green Colleges in the nation

The Princeton Review

#30

in the U.S. for Hispanic enrollment

Hispanic Outlook on Education

#19

in the U.S. for bachelor's degrees awarded to Hispanic students

Hispanic Outlook on Education

Programs Devoted to Research & Creativity

#7

best bachelor's degree in digital communication

BachelorsDegreeCenter.org

#22

best drama schools in the world

The Hollywood Reporter

#26

best criminology graduate program in the nation

U.S. News and World Report

100%

job placement for concrete industry management graduates

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The Next Generation of Healthcare Professionals

#1

best BSN program in Texas

NursingProcess.org

100%

physical therapy grads have a 100% national board exam pass rate and employment rate

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#58

best online master's in nursing programs

U.S. News and World Report

#57

best healthcare management graduate program in the U.S.

U.S. News and World Report

Educating Texas Educators

#1

preparing more public school teachers than any other university in Texas

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600+

teachers graduate from Texas State every year

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#109

best online master’s in education programs

U.S. News and World Report

9 out of 10

of our certified teachers are employed within one year

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Nationally Ranked Business Programs

#1

sales program worldwide

University Sales Center Alliance

#4

in U.S. for family business research

Family Business Research Productivity Ranking

Tier 1

MBA program

Global MBA Rankings, CEO Magazine

#30

Best Business School
among U.S. public universities

POETS & QUANTS

Award-Winning Faculty

22

faculty members have earned National Science Foundation CAREER awards

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16

Fulbright Scholar Awards in the last 10 years

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Committed to Serving Veteran Students & Their Families

Top 10

military friendly school for 2025-2026

MilitaryFriendly.com

#32

best online master's in education programs for veterans

U.S. News and World Report

Gold Award

2025 Veterans Education Excellence Recognition Award

Texas Veterans Commission's Veterans Education Program

#42

2024 Best for Vets: Colleges in the U.S.

MilitaryTimes.com