Sul Ross State University — acceptance rate 96%, tuition $5,419 in-state, $15,211 out-of-stateSul Ross State University campus, Alpine, TX. Photo: Adavyd, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
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Rating Context:⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.
Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the
Outcomes Score (C)
which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 27%
Outcomes
C
51/100
Affordability
B
65/100
Resources
C
53/100
Experience
B
69/100
Prestige
F
18/100
Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology
Quick Stats
1,942
Total Enrollment
27%
Graduation Rate
58%
Retention Rate
11.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
96%
Acceptance Rate
$12,240
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Sul Ross State University ▼
3%
of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.
What happens to students who enroll at Sul Ross State University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
$41,871
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$34,340
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$15,900
Median debt at graduation
29.9%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,024
Average SAT
16
Median ACT
57.7%
Students receiving Pell grants
Typical debt at graduation equals about 38% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 11th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (TX wage index 0.97). This drives the Outcome Rating.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.
Earnings by Major at Sul Ross State University
Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.
Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
Category
In-State
Out-of-State
Tuition
$5,419
$15,211
Room
$6,546
Board
$3,784
Total Cost (On-Campus)
$24,916
$34,708
Financial Aid
89%
Receive Any Aid
57%
Receive Pell Grants
50%
Take Out Loans
$12,240
Avg Net Price
Net Price by Family Income
Family Income
Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000
$6,209
$30,001 - $48,000
$9,462
$48,001 - $75,000
$10,614
$75,001 - $110,000
$18,084
$110,001+
$20,654
Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~62 students need off-campus housing
💻 Learning Mode
In-Person28%
Hybrid (Some Online)26%
Fully Online46%
📊 Age Distribution
18-24 (Traditional)70%
25-64 (Adult)26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at Sul Ross State University?
Sul Ross State University has an acceptance rate of 96%.
This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Sul Ross State University?
Tuition at Sul Ross State University is
$5,419 for in-state students
and $15,211 for out-of-state students
.
However, the average net price after financial aid is $12,240.
What is the graduation rate at Sul Ross State University?
The graduation rate at Sul Ross State University is 27%.
This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Sul Ross State University a good school?
Sul Ross State University has a Repit College Score of 50/100 (Grade: C).
Our rating evaluates five key factors:
Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Sul Ross State University?
Sul Ross State University has a total enrollment of 1,942 students.
Is there rental demand near Sul Ross State University?
Yes! Approximately 3% of students at Sul Ross State University live off-campus (not with family).
That's roughly 62 students who need rental housing near campus.
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