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Tarleton State University vs Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi

Side by side on admissions, cost, and fit, from the same verified school records.

Tarleton State University Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi
Acceptance rate lower = more selective 90% 89%
SAT range (mid 50%) 980-1,160 970-1,193
ACT range (mid 50%) 19-24 19-25
Average net price what students actually pay after aid $20,783 $15,225
Sticker cost of attendance $24,100 $25,210
Graduation rate 48% 40%
Retention rate 70% 58%
Undergraduates 12,673 8,034
Student-faculty ratio 20:1 19:1
Setting Stephenville, TX Corpus Christi, TX
Type Public Public
Application fee $50 n/a
Test policy Required for some n/a

Highlighted values mark the stronger figure on cost and outcomes. Verified for the 2026-2027 cycle.

Common questions

Is Tarleton State University or Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi harder to get into?

Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi is more selective, with a 89% acceptance rate versus 90% at Tarleton State University. Both should be treated as reaches unless your stats sit at or above the mid-50% range shown above.

Which is cheaper, Tarleton State University or Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi?

Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi has the lower average net price ($15,225 versus $20,783). Net price is what families actually pay after grants and scholarships, so it is a truer comparison than sticker price. Run each school's net price calculator for your own income.