ABOUT TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY
About Texas State University
A student-centered public research university where 45,000+ students learn and grow in a vibrant campus community in the heart of Texas.
45,000+
Students enrolled
200+
Programs from bachelor's to doctoral
1899
Year founded
93
Countries represented
Who we are
Texas State University is a public research university guided by the belief that education transforms communities, drives economies and opens new ways of seeing the world. TXST students come from across Texas, the United States and 93 countries. TXST is also the only university in Texas to have graduated a U.S. President — Lyndon B. Johnson.
What makes the TXST experience
Academics, research, location and student life connect to create a college experience that truly matters.
Academics
More than 200 programs spanning science, engineering, business and technology to the arts, communication and social sciences — accredited and aligned with the job market.
Research
TXST is a fast-growing public research university where students join faculty-led projects across engineering, health, the environment, arts and humanities.
Campus life
San Marcos is a true college town: a crystal-clear river runs through campus, the community is welcoming, and traditions like the River Jump keep Bobcat spirit alive.
Where is TXST?
San Marcos — main campus
In the Texas Hill Country, 30 minutes from Austin and 45 from San Antonio. A balanced environment of academics, nature and student community.
Round Rock
Over 30 programs and home to St. David's School of Nursing, expanding study options near Austin.
Texas, wide open
Texas is one of the most dynamic economies in the U.S. — rich in internships, jobs and industry connections after graduation.
TXST at a glance
- Full name
- Texas State University (TXST) — member of the Texas State University System
- Main campus address
- 601 University Drive, San Marcos, Texas 78666, USA
- Second campus
- Round Rock (near Austin) — St. David's School of Nursing, 30+ programs
- Founded
- 1899 · 10th president: Dr. Kelly Damphousse
- International students
- 1,500+ students from 93 countries (ISSS, Fall 2025)
- International Student & Scholar Services
- J.C. Kellam Building, Room 314 · +1 (512) 245-7966 · international@txstate.edu
- University Police (UPD)
- 24/7 · +1 (512) 245-2805 · Emergency 911 · TXST Alerts notifications
- Nearest airports
- Austin (AUS) ~45 min · San Antonio (SAT) ~50 min
- Athletics
- Joining the Pac-12 Conference on July 1, 2026 · three straight bowl championships
Rankings & accolades (2025–2026)
- Top 6.1% of universities worldwide — World University Rankings; "Best Global Universities" — U.S. News 2026
- #1 Sales Program in the world — University Sales Center Alliance
- #1 BSN (Nursing) program in Texas — NursingProcess.org
- #22 Best Drama School in the world — The Hollywood Reporter
- Tier 1 MBA — CEO Magazine Global MBA Rankings; #30 U.S. public business school — Poets&Quants
- #26 Criminology graduate program in the U.S. — U.S. News
- Top Performer in Social Mobility — U.S. News; Green College — Princeton Review
- Top Producer of Fulbright U.S. Students 2026
History and traditions
Founded in 1899 with an original mission of training teachers, Texas State University has grown into a major public university with a distinct identity. Under its 10th president, Dr. Kelly Damphousse (since 2022), TXST continues to accelerate its academic growth, research and standing as one of Texas’s fastest-growing public research universities.
Ready to explore Texas State University?
Connect with the International Office to learn about programs, admission requirements, costs and student life at TXST.