STEPHENVILLE, Texas — Forward momentum continues this spring at Tarleton State University with a preliminary enrollment increase of 17.5% from last spring, record graduation numbers and sustained high retention rates.
“Tarleton State is transforming lives and educationally preparing the next generation of great Texans every day,” said Tarleton State President Dr. James Hurley. “The commitment of our faculty and staff, in creating access and opportunities, is allowing a record number of students to pursue and complete a college degree. After a remarkable fall, we’re experiencing the strongest spring semester in our 126-year history. There has never been a better time to be a Tarleton State Texan.”
Serving as a launching pad for the record-setting spring, the academic success began in December when Tarleton State celebrated a record number of graduates for the class of 2025, with 3,846 students completing their degrees.
Tarleton State’s exceptionally high retention rates, which are just above 90% from fall to spring, supports the record number of graduates and strong spring enrollment. These statistics represent the university’s ongoing commitment to student success, academic support, and an environment where students feel connected and empowered to persist through graduation.
Dr. Hurley said this impressive growth and success would not be possible without the support and partnership that the university receives from The Texas A&M System Board of Regents, Chancellor Glenn Hegar, and the Tarleton State faculty, staff, alumni and friends of the university.
“Every success we celebrate is a direct reflection of the people who pour their time, talent and passion into this university,” said Dr. Hurley. “Their support keeps our campus moving forward, and I am profoundly grateful for how they champion for and challenge our students.”
A founding member of The Texas A&M System, Tarleton State University is breaking records — in enrollment, research, scholarship, athletics, philanthropy and engagement — while transforming the lives of more than 21,000 students in Stephenville, Fort Worth, Waco, Bryan and online. For over 125 years, Tarleton State has been committed to accessible higher education opportunities for all while helping students grow academically, socially and professionally through programs that emphasize real world learning and address regional, state and national needs.