Texas State University

Texas State University requires a minimum of 120 semester hours to complete a bachelor's degree.

Students can choose the accelarated degree program if they would like to finish all the credits for graduation in less time than normal. Texas State University accepts transfer credits. Additionally, Texas State University has a summer session, so students can earn credits during the summer.

NOTE: Around 56% of students who start college at Texas State University complete all the credits required within six years.

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Academic Options	Yes	No	Note
Accelerated Degree Program	√	–	–
Transfer Credits Accepted	√	–	–
AP Credit Accepted	√	–	–
IB Credits Accepted	–	X	–
Summer Classes Available	√	–	–
New Student Orientation	√	–	–

Reminder: Texas State University may have additional academic options available for new and transfering students. Make sure to check with the universty directly for any additional information.

Which Courses Are Required At Texas State University?

Texas State University has a core curriculum, which means there are certain classes or types of classes all students must take to graduate.

Students are required to fulfill a language requirement as well as a math and science requirement.

Students are not required to take a computer class to graduate.

Course	Required?
2nd Language	Yes
Math	Yes
Science	Yes
Computer	No

Reminder: Check with Texas State University directly for more information on requirements. Individual departments or majors may have additional required courses.

Majors at Texas State University

When choosing a major, Texas State University students have several choices to make. Scroll down to the bottom of this page to see a full list of majors offered at Texas State University. Students must choose one of the majors offered by the college. Self-designed majors are not allowed. Texas State University false.Texas State University offers students the option to double major, if they would like. Student struggling to choose just one area of study may consider a double major.

NOTE: Declaring a double major may mean taking more courses, but it can provide an interesting mix of experience that helps students stand out when job searching or applying to a graduate program.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Texas State University

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Does Texas State University Have Services For Students With Disabilities?

🟨 Check with Texas State University directly for information on any possible available services for students with disabilities.

Does Texas State University Have An Online Program?

✅ Texas State University true for students who are interested in taking classes online.

Does Texas State University Offer Credit for AP Classes?

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Does Texas State University Have An Honors Program?

🟨 To learn more about any possible honors programs at Texas State University, check with the school directly. Students must complete a senior project if they are in the Honors Program at Texas State University.

Does Texas State University Require Internships?

🟨 Texas State University does not require an internship for all students, but does require an internship for students in some majors. Students can look for internships during the summer, or gain work experience with a part-time job.

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Additional Information About Texas State University

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Texas State University Library

The main library on campus is the Alkek Library and there is one other library on campus.

Dual Degree Programs at Texas State University

A dual degree program allows a student to study and earn two degrees at the same time. A 3-2 dual degree program is a five-year program wherein the first three years are spend taking undergraduate courses and the final two years are spent taking graduate courses. Upon completion of the 5 years, the student will be awarded two degrees, a bachelor's degree and a master's degree.

Southwest Texas State offers these dual degree programs:

•3-2 dual degree program in engineering in partnership with University of Texas at Austin, Texas A&M University, Texas Tech University and University of Texas at San Antonio

•3-2 dual degree program in business administration

ROTC

What is ROTC?

The Reserve Officers' Training Corps, which is also commonly known as ROTC, is a leadership program that prepares students to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces after graduation. College level ROTC programs prepare students to become officers in the military through physical, academic, and leadership training. ROTC programs are part of the college curriculum and usually cover the cost of tuition.

Does Texas State University have any ROTC programs?

Each branch of the miltary has its own ROTC program, but not every program is available at every college. Possible programs include Army ROTC, Air Force ROTC, and Navy ROTC.

Texas State University has an Army ROTC program and an Air Force ROTC program.

Some ROTC programs are provided directly on campus and others are hosted at a cooperating instiution off campus. The ROTC program locations at Texas State University include:

•an ARMY ROTC branch unit on campus

•an Air Force branch unit on campus

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