Official International Recruitment Office
Start your American education at Texas State
A public university with 125+ years of history in San Marcos, Texas — between Austin and San Antonio. 200+ programs, affordable tuition, and a welcoming international community.
45.000+
students
200+
degree programs
93
countries represented
Top 100
ranked U.S. public university
Why Texas State?
One of the fastest-growing universities in Texas — a globally recognized degree at an affordable cost.
Affordable excellence
Competitive tuition among major U.S. public universities, with generous scholarships for international students.
Prime location
San Marcos sits between Austin and San Antonio — two booming tech and business hubs, ideal for internships and careers.
200+ programs
From Business, Engineering and Computer Science to Health and the Arts — many STEM programs qualify for 3-year OPT.
Local support
Our International Office guides you in English at every step — choosing a program, preparing documents, the visa interview and your first week on campus.
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Why Texas State?
One of the fastest-growing universities in Texas — a globally recognized degree at an affordable cost.
Featured programs
Explore the programs most popular with international students at TXST.
Don't meet the English requirement yet? No problem.
The TSIE Intensive English program and Online ESL let you join TXST without IELTS/TOEFL — improve your English, then transition into your degree.
SAN MARCOS, TEXAS
Study in one of America's great college towns
The crystal-clear San Marcos River runs through campus, 300 days of sunshine a year, 30 minutes to Austin and 45 to San Antonio. Safe, friendly, and affordable.
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Admissions & Scholarships
How the TXST Intake Calendar Works for Recruitment Partners
Fall and Spring intakes, the 6–9 month runway your students need, and where each stage can slip — a planning guide for agency counsellors working with Texas State University.
TXST News
TXST Alum Becomes Southwest Airlines’ Eighth Black Woman Pilot
Kinaya Ware graduated from TXST in 2016 in mass communication, worked as a flight attendant, then earned her wings — flying her first commercial flight in December 2025.
Student Experience
New Semester Checklist: 7 Apps Every New Bobcat Should Download
TXST Mobile, Canvas, Outlook, Navigate360, Duo Mobile, Park TXST and ETA Transit — seven apps that get you into the rhythm of campus life from week one.
Ready to become a Bobcat?
Our advisors help you choose a program, prepare your application and find scholarships — completely free, wherever you are.