International Office
Hill House
Texas State University
601 University Drive
San Marcos, TX 78666-4616
Tel : (512) 245 7966
Fax: (512) 245 8264

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Life at Texas State

Why study at Texas State ?

Texas State University – San Marcos is an international-student friendly institution. EducationUSA, which is a program of the U.S. Department of State Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, has defined international-friendly institutions as institutions that “recognize that in an increasingly interdependent world there is educational value in having international students on the campus”.

Texas State recognizes the value international students bring to our institution and it is committed to providing international students with an enriching education experience. The professional staff at the International Office maintains membership in appropriate international educational organizations and associations to be actively engaged in the many regulatory, educational, and cultural issues related to international students. Texas State also provides special programs for international students to assist them in achieving a successful transition into our University. Some of these programs include an international student orientation, the New International Student Welcome Social, mentoring opportunities, and options for additional English instruction for non-native speakers.

Overall Texas State is a friendly campus that has a lot to offer international students: prestigious programs, beautiful parks and campus, artistic, cultural, political and athletic events, and a convenient location in close proximity to two of the most eclectic cities in Texas, Austin and San Antonio.

Your second home, Texas State University San Marcos

Completed in 1903 the red-roofed, castle-like landmark Old Main is Texas State's first building. Texas State University-San Marcos is a doctoral granting university located in the burgeoning Austin-San Antonio corridor.

Texas State is also the lead institution of a multi-institution teaching center offering several programs in the greater north Austin area. There are more than 1,200 Texas State students enrolled at the Round Rock Higher Education Center (RRHEC).

Texas State’s students choose from 100 undergraduate and 88 masters and eight Ph.D. graduate degree programs offered.

For information on the ethnic diversity on Texas State's Campus check the University Fact book.

Location

Located on the edge of the Texas Hill Country, where black land prairies turn in to beautiful hills, Texas State enjoys a setting that is unique among Texas universities. The beauty of the crystal-clear San Marcos River and the stately cypress and pecan trees on the campus adds to the charm of its picturesque settings. The campus is in San Marcos, a community about halfway between Austin and San Antonio. Its location on the banks of the San Marcos River provides recreational and leisure activities for students throughout the year.

International Office | Hill House | Texas State University – San Marcos | 601 University Drive | San Marcos, TX 78666-4616
Tel : (512) 245 7966 | Fax: (512) 245 8264 | international@txstate.edu
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