Tarleton State University-Central Texas in Killeen is a unique University, offering upper-level undergraduate and graduate courses toward bachelor's and master's degrees. Established September 1, 1999, the University currently serves nearly 2,000 students and provides a wide range of flexible course schedules, including online, night and weekend classes. Students include community college graduates and transfer students, working adults, active military service members, and returning students who are pursuing degrees, fulfilling career educational requirements, or attending classes for personal enrichment.

As a result of its diverse and growing student population, classes are offered at several convenient sites, including area community colleges, high schools and Fort Hood in order to accommodate both full- and part-time students and serve the entire Central Texas area. Full-time faculty, advisers and support staff are available to assist students with admission, financial aid, degree plans and career planning, both during the day and extended evening hours.

To encourage a seamless transfer from community colleges to upper-level work at Tarleton-Central Texas, the University has developed agreements with Central Texas community colleges that enable smooth transfers without a loss of credits for students who begin their community college studies with Tarleton-Central Texas in mind.

New Tarleton-Central Texas students are required to complete applications for admission, then make an appointment with an academic adviser to review degree plans. Current students may register online. For more information, call (254) 519-5492. Tarleton-Central Texas also welcomes visitors to its campus building at 1901 South Clear Creek Road in Killeen.

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