
Texas State University, located in scenic San Marcos, Texas, is a thriving public research university with over 40,000 students. Known for its strong emphasis on teaching, community engagement, and research especially in STEM and education TSU offers a vibrant college experience just 30 minutes from Austin and San Antonio.

Founded in 1899 as a teachers’ college, TSU has grown into one of Texas’s largest universities, offering nearly 200 bachelor’s, 90 master’s, and 14 doctoral programs across disciplines like business, engineering, health professions, education, and liberal arts. The main campus has a unique setting surrounding the spring-fed San Marcos River, and students benefit from extensive research opportunities, strong community roots, and more than 330 student organizations. It also includes the Round Rock campus serving the north Austin region.