A Look at Your First College Crib
With a one year live on campus requirement, we know how important it is to see what your living options are (and you’ve got a lot of options)! Not only …
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Priority Date. What is it?
You may be thinking to yourself, “Tarleton has these things called priority dates that I am supposed to follow, but I don’t know what they are!” Don’t worry, we are …
Why Choose Tarleton as an International Student?
Arrin Hines, MS, DSO International Admissions & Retention Program Specialist What will you say when the consulate official asks you… WHY DID YOU CHOOSE TARLETON? It seems like a simple …
FAFSA VS TASFA: Which one do I choose?
By: Valeria Munoz Financial Aid Outreach Coordinator Students who are attending higher education institutions in Texas can apply for FAFSA or TASFA. Students can only fill out one application and …
Why Is It Important To Fill Out the FAFSA Early?
Planning and filling out your FAFSA early is crucial! Figuring out how you are going to pay for college before you start will help ease the process and allow for …
Looking Back at my Time at Texan News Service
By: Kaley Dowell Texan News Service (TNS) has taught me so much since coming onto staff in January of 2020. I have learned how to push through difficult circumstances, take …
What I Wish I’d Known- Taylor Kaluza
By: Taylor Kaluza Multimedia Specialist About a year ago, I was in the same shoes that you are, I had just graduated high school and was moving off to college. …
Alumni Series: Savion Washington
If you have ever been in Stephenville, Texas during homecoming week you probably have had a glimpse of just how special the Alumnus of Tarleton are. Their pride runs deep, …
What to Expect from a Campus Tour
One of the most important steps to consider when choosing a college or university is to sign up for a campus tour. Experiencing the campus in person is a great …
Tips for an Awesome Resume
Having an awesome, easy-to-read resume is your one-way ticket to a job interview. Your resume allows you to present your qualifications efficiently, focusing on skills, responsibilities, accomplishments, and leadership. Your …
Did you say discount?
Tarleton Student Discounts It pays to be a Tarleton student! How? Well, our Stephenville community offers a number of discounts to Tarleton students! All you have to do is show …
5 Tips for a Smooth Transfer from an Admission Counselor
So, you’re interested in Tarleton? I’m sure you are super excited to join us but may have a variety of questions as well. As a former transfer student to Tarleton …
My Tarleton Experience-Tyler Schuster
I was told that when I visited the college that was right for me, I would know. I kept thinking they were insane, but my mother insisted that I visit …
A Summer Checklist for Incoming Freshmen
There is nothing better than sweet summer time, and if you’re reading this you are probably about to go to college in the fall! How exciting! Between snow cones, lake …
8 Facts Every High School Counselor Needs to Know About Tarleton
As a former public school teacher, I have seen just how much effort counselors put into educating their students about college. My name is Brianna McDowell and I am a …
How to Prepare your Student for College
A blog for parents. Does it feel like you blinked and now your child is 18 and about to move away to pursue their college dreams? Even though your student …
What to Expect from a Tarleton Division I Experience
Whether you are a sports fanatic, casual tailgater, or just like to wear purple on game days, Tarleton’s transition to NCAA Division I has been monumental for the university as …
Spotify Playlists for Studying
What is one thing about college that you cannot get out of? Yep. Studying. Studying is essential in college courses and no one wants to study in silence, am I …
Top 5 Transfer Myths Debunked
Did you know around 1/3 of college students transfer schools before finishing their degree? Whether you started out at a community college and are now looking to transfer to a …
Top Tips for Living with Roommates
Straight out of your teenage bedroom to your new college residence hall at Tarleton State University! Honestly, finding your roommate and getting ready to move into your res hall may …