How to Apply


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1. Submit Your Application

Students can apply through Tarleton State’s application, ApplyTexas, or Common App. We don’t have a preference!

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2. Pay Your Application Fee

The application fee is required for all applicants, regardless of prior acceptance, admission, and/or enrollment in courses at Tarleton. Fee Waivers are available.

The $50 non-refundable application fee can be paid:

  • Electronically with either application
  • Online at Tarleton State University
  • Check or money order by mail to: Box T-0030, Stephenville, Texas 46402
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3. Submit Your Transcript(s)

Students must request their high school sends their official transcript to us. If you took any dual credit courses, you will need to send the official college transcript to receive credit.

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Admissions Deadlines

Application Deadlines for Freshmen
TermDeadline
FallAugust 1
SpringDecember 1 
SummerJune 1 
Undergraduate International Freshmen
TermDeadline
FallJune 15
SpringNovember 1
SummerMarch 15
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Additional Requirements

There may be other items you need to submit before your application is processed or before you can register for classes. We will be sure to let you know if you do!