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Texas State University Scholarships 2027 for International Students
Updated 3 November 2026
Texas State University, in San Marcos between Austin and San Antonio, offers generous merit scholarships to new first-year students, and international students are eligible.
Assured Scholarships (for students with SAT or ACT scores)
| Scholarship |
Per year |
Total (4 years) |
Requirements |
| President's Honor |
$12,000 |
$48,000 |
SAT 1420+ / ACT 32+ and top 25% of class (or IB/AP Capstone) |
| Achievement |
$8,000 |
$32,000 |
SAT 1260–1410 / ACT 27–31 and top 25% (or IB/APCD) |
| Achievement |
$8,000 |
$32,000 |
SAT 1160–1250 / ACT 24–26 and top 5% (or IB/APCD) |
| Achievement |
$7,000 |
$28,000 |
Top 6–15% of class |
| Achievement |
$6,000 |
$24,000 |
Top 16–25% of class |
| Distinguished |
$5,000 |
$20,000 |
SAT 1160+ / ACT 24+ and top 26–30% |
| Distinguished |
$4,000 |
$16,000 |
Top 31–35% of class |
| Distinguished |
$4,000 |
$16,000 |
SAT 1060–1150 / ACT 21–23 and top 25% (or IB/APCD) |
Merit Scholarship (no SAT/ACT needed)
- For students without SAT or ACT scores who are in the top 35% of their graduating class (or IB/AP Capstone)
- Amount varies, based on an academic review and available funding
- Students are usually told within two weeks of acceptance
Pay Texas resident tuition
If you receive at least US$1,000 in Texas State competitive or merit scholarships, you may qualify for a non-resident tuition waiver, which means paying the much lower Texas resident tuition rate.
Keeping your scholarship
- A 3.25 cumulative GPA at Texas State
- Complete 28 credit hours a year
- Remain an undergraduate without a bachelor's degree
How to apply
- Apply for admission to Texas State University for fall 2027.
- Send your SAT or ACT scores and your school's class rank, if available.
- Apply through BOSS (Bobcat Online Scholarship System) for extra competitive scholarships.
- Scholarships are awarded after admission, subject to funding, so apply early.
Tips
- Take the SAT or ACT if you can. The best awards depend on test scores.
- Ask your school for a letter confirming your class rank or position.
- Apply early. Merit awards are limited by funding.
- Applying for these scholarships is free. Never pay anyone who promises an award.