STEPHENVILLE, Texas \u2014 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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cTarleton State is transforming lives and educationally preparing the next generation of great Texans every day,\u201d said Tarleton State President Dr. James Hurley. \u201cThe 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\u2019re experiencing the strongest spring semester in our 126-year history. There has never been a better time to be a Tarleton State Texan.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Tarleton State\u2019s 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\u2019s ongoing commitment to student success, academic support, and an environment where students feel connected and empowered to persist through graduation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cEvery success we celebrate is a direct reflection of the people who pour their time, talent and passion into this university,\u201d said Dr. Hurley. \u201cTheir support keeps our campus moving forward, and I am profoundly grateful for how they champion for and challenge our students.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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