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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nAn independent study by the global research firm Lightcast estimates the career return on investment of a Tarleton master\u2019s degree at $1.9 Million<\/strong> more than a high school diploma and $668,000<\/strong> more than a bachelor\u2019s degree alone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Once selected for automatic acceptance, students will receive an invitation from Tarleton\u2019s College of Graduate Studies outlining master\u2019s options. Application fees, test scores and documentation, including transcripts and statements of purpose, will be waived. <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cThis innovative admissions program will enable us to more easily recruit our own Tarleton Texans,\u201d said Dr. Barry Lambert, Interim Dean of the College of Graduate Studies. \u201cIt is a great opportunity for them to prepare for careers that will cultivate the regional and state economy.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n Tarleton currently enrolls more than 2,000 master\u2019s students. Many are the first in their family to attend college.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Dr. Hurley: \u201cWe are very proud of our graduates. They\u2019re known for their solid academic acumen and bring acclaim to other universities\u2019 advanced degree programs. It is time for us to streamline the graduate admissions process here at Tarleton and continue our focus on emphasizing opportunity and access.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" STEPHENVILLE, Texas \u2014 Starting with May commencement, many graduating seniors at Tarleton State University will be automatically accepted into select master\u2019s programs. 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