C
Average
Score: 49/100
Overall (traditional)
C
Outcome Rating
53/100 · earnings-weighted

Texas Lutheran University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Seguin, Texas 78155
Texas Lutheran University campus, Seguin, TX
Texas Lutheran University campus, Seguin, TX. Photo: Billy Hathorn, 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 (B) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 55%
Outcomes
B
68/100
Affordability
F
20/100
Resources
C+
55/100
Experience
B+
80/100
Prestige
F
26/100

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

1,361
Total Enrollment
55%
Graduation Rate
67%
Retention Rate
10.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
95%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Texas Lutheran University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$53,863
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$48,125
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$25,000
Median debt at graduation
53.9%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
34.6%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 46% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 48th 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 Texas Lutheran 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.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$68,974$78,092-12%#804 of 966#855$19,500
Business Administration, Management and Operations$48,432$68,991+1%#405 of 1176#399$25,500
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas$48,266$58,187+13%#55 of 345#43$27,000
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness$30,607$56,391+3%#202 of 610#225$26,969

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.

For parents & investors

The Texas Lutheran University Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $272,879
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,537/mo — vs ~$681/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 78155 (4.4% cap, Seguin)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $34,300 $34,300
Room $6,130
Board $5,350
Total Cost (On-Campus) $51,450 $51,450

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
45%
Receive Pell Grants
67%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

1,361
Total Students
55%
Women
87%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 39%
Hispanic 40%
Black 12%
Asian 2%
Two or More 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 61%
Hybrid (Some Online) 37%
Fully Online 3%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 87%
25-64 (Adult) 11%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Texas Lutheran University?
Texas Lutheran University has an acceptance rate of 95%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Texas Lutheran University?
Tuition at Texas Lutheran University is $34,300 for in-state students and $34,300 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Texas Lutheran University?
The graduation rate at Texas Lutheran University is 55%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Texas Lutheran University a good school?
Texas Lutheran University has a Repit College Score of 49/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): 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 Texas Lutheran University?
Texas Lutheran University has a total enrollment of 1,361 students. Most students (87%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology