Sul Ross State University
Public university · Alpine, TX · 1,396 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
99%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
930–1110
ACT (middle 50%)
15–24
Average net price
$16,255
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$26,578
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
30%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Sul Ross State University?
Sul Ross State University accepts about 99 of every 100 applicants (99%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 930 and 1110 on the SAT. A score at or above 1110 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 930, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 15–24.
The latest federal data says Sul Ross State University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Sul Ross State University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Sul Ross State University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $26,578 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $16,255 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $7,592 for TX residents and $17,672 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$7,592
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$17,672
- Room & board$11,425
- Total cost of attendance$26,578
- Average net price after grants$16,255
Popular majors
Business, Education, Parks, Recreation & Fitness, Criminal Justice, Psychology.
Sul Ross State University FAQ
- What is Sul Ross State University's acceptance rate?
- 99% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for Sul Ross State University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 930–1110. Aim for 1110 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Sul Ross State University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 15–24.
- Is Sul Ross State University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Sul Ross State University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Sul Ross State University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Sul Ross State University cost?
- About $26,578 a year before aid; $16,255 on average after grants.
- What is Sul Ross State University's FAFSA school code?
- 003625. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Sul Ross State University receives your information.
- What is Sul Ross State University's graduation rate?
- 30% of students finish within six years.
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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