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Category: Admissions

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Alumni Series / Graduate Studies

Alumni Series: Dr. Mark Brown

Posted on September 25, 2024September 24, 2024 by adriver

Dr. Mark Brown was the first-ever Ph.D. recipient of Tarleton State University when he graduated with his doctorate in criminal justice, Friday, July 26, 2024. The School of Criminology, Criminal …

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Alumni Series / Graduate Studies

Alumni Series: Margaret Tippie

Posted on August 13, 2024August 28, 2024 by Blake Smith

 “Truly be present in everything this university has to offer. I wish I could go back and go to more sporting events, more midnights in Heritage Park with the Purple …

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Admissions

Senior Year Checklist

Posted on July 23, 2024September 30, 2024 by adriver

Starting college can be a scary time. Not only will you be moving to a new place and making new friends, but there are also many boxes you must check …

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Admissions / Student Life

What to Pack for College

Posted on May 17, 2024May 23, 2024 by adriver

College is an exciting new phase of life but one you must take time to prepare for. Along with being ready academically, it is important to come prepared with living …

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Admissions / Student Life

Is Presidential Honors Right for You?

Posted on March 7, 2024April 22, 2024 by adriver

Here at Tarleton our mission is to transform generations by inspiring discovery, leadership and service through educational excellence. One way we are doing this is through our Presidential Honors program. …

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Admissions

5 Things Admitted Students Should Do Over Winter Break

Posted on November 30, 2023November 30, 2023 by cfalambar

Winter break is the perfect time to take a breather, relax with family, and knock out a couple of “college to-do’s.” Here are 5 things you can do this winter …

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Admissions

Questions to Ask College Admissions Counselors

Posted on October 16, 2023November 27, 2023 by bailey

Are you a high school student preparing for the exciting journey into higher education? As you explore your college options, it’s crucial to gather the information you need to make …

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Admissions / Student Life

Top 5 Benefits of Joining the Honors College

Posted on September 25, 2023February 23, 2026 by bailey

Top 5 benefits to joining the Honors College: *BONUS Academic challenge and enrichment *BONUS Professional and personal development For driven, inquisitive students with big ideas, a need for creative outlets, …

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Admissions / Parents

What you need to know about Bacterial Meningitis.

Posted on July 19, 2023March 31, 2025 by bailey

As an admitted student you may have received emails and texts asking you to submit your Bacterial Meningitis vaccination record to Tarleton State before starting your classes. Unfortunately, this is …

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Admissions

Why Tour Campuses?

Posted on May 19, 2023May 25, 2023 by bailey

There are many reasons to tour college campuses! Here are a few reasons to consider: See For Yourself The best way to discover if a school is a good fit …

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Admissions

Tips for your College Search

Posted on May 15, 2023April 1, 2025 by bailey

First, make a list of colleges you’re interested in! Second, tour campuses! A college campus can be a confusing or overwhelming place depending on the size and not every campus …

Admissions Counselor Highlight: Abby Valenta.
Admissions

Admissions Counselor Highlight: Abby Valenta

Posted on March 31, 2023April 3, 2023 by bailey

Hi everyone! My name is Abby Valenta and I am the Admissions Counselor for the East Central Texas region at Tarleton State University. It is my job to help students …

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Admissions

Admissions Counselor Highlight: Tyler Nerada

Posted on March 23, 2023March 22, 2023 by bailey

Hey y’all, my name is Tyler Nerada and I am an Admissions Counselor at Tarleton State! I cover the Central Texas/Hill Country region and I love getting to know our …

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Admissions

Admissions Counselor Highlight: Halie Moore

Posted on March 23, 2023March 22, 2023 by bailey

Hi, y’all! My name is Halie Moore and I am the Admissions Counselor for the West Texas and Panhandle Region at Tarleton State University. It is my job to educate …

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Admissions / First Generation Student / Student Life

My Advice for First-Gen Students

Posted on March 9, 2023May 22, 2025 by bailey

My name is Taryn Hopper from Nederland, TX and I am a first-generation junior here at Tarleton State University. Let us first start this off by taking a second to …

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Admissions / Student Life

Honors College, what is it?

Posted on November 16, 2022December 18, 2025 by bailey

If your student excels academically and is looking for a high-quality education, have they looked at Honor’s College? Honors College may be a great opportunity for your student if they …

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Admissions

Admissions Counselor Highlight: Paola Salazar

Posted on August 18, 2022August 23, 2022 by bailey

Hi! My name is Paola Salazar and I am an Admissions Counselor at Tarleton State University. I am a Regional Admissions Counselor based out of Houston, and I cover the …

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Admissions

High School Students Guide to College

Posted on June 27, 2022October 16, 2025 by bailey

Whether your high school experience is just beginning or it is coming to a close, it is better to be ahead of the game when it comes to planning for …

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Admissions

Why College?

Posted on June 17, 2022September 6, 2022 by bailey

Has the thought of “why should I even go to college” crossed your mind? I know it did for me when I was a high school student deciding what to …

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Admissions

What you can look forward to as a Transfer Student

Posted on June 2, 2022February 23, 2026 by bailey

Transferring to a different university can be difficult at times but Tarleton’s Admission Counselors and Academic Advisors try to make it the easiest transition possible for all students. Flexibility Tarleton …

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