Colleges in Texas

You may not want to mess with Texas, but you might want to consider going to college there. The Lone Star State is home to 165 colleges and universities! Of these Texas colleges, 108 are public and 56 are private. Texas colleges come in all shapes and sizes; small Texas colleges have less than 2000 students, medium-sized Texas colleges have 2000 to 5000 students, large Texas colleges have 5000 to 10000 students, and Texas colleges with greater than 10,000 students are defined as very large. A number of these colleges also have religious affiliations, and some offer online degrees. Each Texas college is unique, with strengths ranging from academics to extracurriculars to athletics.

In choosing the Texas college that’s right for you, one important thing to keep in mind is the major or program you want to pursue. If you plan on becoming a doctor, or pursuing any health related profession, you may want to take a look at Rice University. Located in Houston, TX, this university is right next to the world’s largest medical center, Texas Medical Center, offering pre-med students at Rice a phenomenal research opportunity. Prominent alumni include Eva Hoffman, author of Lost in Translation and Larry McMurtry, the Oscar-winning screenplay writer of Brokeback Mountain. Nicole H., a student at Rice says about her experience with the Lone Star state, “Texas is ridiculously friendly. When you walk around campus, people you don't know smile and nod or wave to you. It was something like being welcomed with open arms.” Elizabeth R., also a Rice student adds, “Everyone here really values education and every discipline is represented. We also love our sports and the "friendly" competition between schools. Attending sporting events is a great way to meet people and support your school.”

There’s also Texas Agricultural and Mechanical University (Texas A&M), located in College Station, Texas. Texas A&M was the first public university in Texas, a pioneer in education, and its campus is one of the largest in the country. It is also a high-ranking research institution. Rick Perry, the current governor of Texas graduated from A&M in 1972.

If you’re interested in math, science and technology, the Lamar Institute of Technology may be the Texas college for you. This college has an open admissions policy, so as long as you apply, you are basically guaranteed acceptance!

Dallas Christian College, located in beautiful Dallas, Texas is home to approximately 300 students, placing it in the category of a small Texas college. It is affiliated with the Christian church, and offers majors such as business, education, psychology and theology.

Beyond that, there’s Baylor University, Blinn College, McMurry University, and many, many more. We have all kinds of information about Texas colleges compiled to help you choose the Texas college that’s right for you. We have also listed the scholarships and grants offered by each school to help you pay for your Texas education. So before you dive into the application process, take a few moments to browse our extensive list of Texas colleges and universities, and let Cappex help you find your fit.