by our College Data Analytics TeamHome to about 1,789 undergraduates in 2020, Sul Ross State University is a small, public university located in Alpine, Texas. This is a great opportunity for those who would thrive in a charming, small-town atmosphere. Should you tire of the campus however, Sul Ross State University offers a “study abroad” program. Please note, some classes/degrees offered by Sul Ross State University can be taken “online” so keep that in mind when reviewing this report. For more context, you might also check out our Sul Ross State University Guide to Distance and Online Learning.
For more information on policies and accommodations that the university provides to ensure all students get the opportunity to participate, you can visit Sul Ross State University Disability Services.
While not a "service academy", Sul Ross State University does offer support for veterans and those seeking a career in the armed forces. For more information on policies related to veterans, you can visit Sul Ross State University Veteran Services . For more information, check out our Sul Ross State University for Veterans Guide.
For students with young families, Sul Ross State University does offer some day care. Programs like this are often in very high demand, so be sure to inquire as soon as you can.
Sul Ross State University offers on-campus housing, but freshmen are not required to take advantage of it. In the end though, most do choose to live in the dorms.
* Data compiled from students who received financial aid, including loans.
Sul Ross State University has a comparatively small, student body. There were 1,789 undergraduates in 2020. Full-time attendance was 1,154 (64.5%). Part-time attendance was 635 (35.5%).
| Full-time | Part-time | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1,154 | 635 | 1,789 |
Compared to other colleges and universities across the nation, Sul Ross State University is about average in terms of overall diversity. We rank Sul Ross State University #2012 out of 3,451.
The chart below shows each element that we looked at to determine this ranking, and how that metric compares to the national average. 100 would indicate excellent diversity in each category, and 1 would mean poor diversity.
You can learn more about the diversity of the student body at Sul Ross State University by looking closer at the ethnic, gender, age, and geographic diversity metrics from the Sul Ross State University Diversity Guide.
Sul Ross State University has a total of 296 student athletes, 210 men and 86 women who compete in inter-collegiate athletics.
| Total Revenue (all teams) | $683,379 |
| Total Expenses (all teams) | $681,346 |
| Net | $2,033 |
For more information about athletics including per-team sizes, coaching and scholarships check out our Guide to Sul Ross State University Athletics
