Sul Ross State University is a public 4-year college in Alpine, Texas with 1,396 undergraduates. It admits 99% of applicants, costs an average of $16,255 a year after grants and graduates 30% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Sul Ross State University acceptance rate and admissions
Sul Ross State University admitted 99% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 470 to 550, math 460 to 560). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Sul Ross State University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees, in-state (2025-26) | $7,592 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state (2025-26) | $17,672 |
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $11,425 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $26,578 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $16,255 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $16,255 a year after grants and scholarships, $10,323 less than the full cost of attendance. This figure covers in-state students.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students paying in-state tuition, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Sul Ross State University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Sul Ross State University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 30% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $47,311 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $16,500 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 35% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Sul Ross State University majors and what graduates earn
Sul Ross State University awarded bachelor's degrees in 28 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from kinesiology and exercise science ($57,658).
All 28 majors at Sul Ross State University
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Sul Ross State University
19 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 19 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Master's | 28 | $53,043 | n/a |
| School counseling and student services | Master's | 26 | n/a | n/a |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | Master's | 23 | $45,635 | $16,250 |
| Business administration | Master's | 23 | $48,380 | $13,475 |
| Educational/Instructional Media Design | Master's | 13 | n/a | n/a |
| Education leadership | Master's | 10 | $67,180 | n/a |
| Animal science | Master's | 9 | n/a | n/a |
| Wildlife management | Master's | 9 | n/a | n/a |
| Homeland security | Master's | 7 | n/a | n/a |
| Political science | Master's | 6 | n/a | n/a |
| Criminal justice | Master's | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| English | Master's | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| Public administration | Master's | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by subject | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Liberal arts and general studies | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| History | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Biology | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Geology and earth sciences | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Fine and studio arts | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 1,396 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 57% women, 43% men
- 11 students for every faculty member
- Setting: remote town
- Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Sul Ross State University?
Sul Ross State University admitted 99% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Sul Ross State University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $7,592 for in-state students and $17,672 for out-of-state students. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $16,255 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Sul Ross State University?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 470 to 550 in reading and writing and 460 to 560 in math, and 15 to 24 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Sul Ross State University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Sul Ross State University reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Sul Ross State University?
30% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Sul Ross State University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $47,311 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.