About Texas Woman’s University
An act of the 27th Legislature in 1901 founded the Girls Industrial College as a public institution that would become Texas Woman’s University in 1957. The school had then and has now a dual mission: to provide a liberal education and to prepare young women “for the practical industries of the age” with a specialized education. Men have been admitted to TWU since 1972. TWU continues today as a public university that offers a comprehensive catalog of academic studies. TWU is the largest university primarily for women in the United States, with the main campus in Denton and health science centers in Dallas and Houston.
The core values of Texas Woman’s University are opportunity, creativity, collaboration, well-being, diversity, excellence, and caring. TWU offers bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral degrees, and certificate programs from within their various colleges and schools. Many of the certificates and degrees in all the schools may be earned completely online through Canvas web-based application.
Accreditation & Licensing
Texas Woman’s University is accredited by:
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
Type:
4-year, PublicHighest Level Offered:
Doctor's degreeReligious Affiliation:
Not applicableEnrollment:
Undergraduate: 12,119 ; Graduate: 7,423Percent of Fully Online Students:
Undergraduate: 10% ; Graduate: 17%Graduation Rate:
49%Transfer Rate:
30%Median Earnings, 10-Years After Degree Completion:
$56,544Median Debt After Graduation (4-Year Degree):
$19,218Average Undergraduates Receiving Aid:
65%Per Undergraduate Average Aid Award:
$8,802Credit for Military Training:
YesOnline Programs offered by Texas Woman's University
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Frequently Asked Questions About Texas Woman's University
Is Texas Woman's University accredited?
Yes. Texas Woman's University is institutionally accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
How many online programs does Texas Woman's University offer?
Texas Woman's University offers 31 online programs currently listed on GetEducated.
What degree levels does Texas Woman's University offer?
Texas Woman's University offers programs from bachelor's through master's and doctoral levels.
How should students contact admissions at Texas Woman's University?
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Is Texas Woman's University expensive, and what are the tuition costs?
Roughly speaking, Texas Woman's University falls into GetEducated’s $$ tuition tier, which points to a mid tuition range.
How quickly can I enroll at Texas Woman's University?
Enrollment at any school can be a quick process; if all required admission requirements are met. This is where students can get hung up and slow down the process by taking too long to gather required documentation.
What should transfer students ask Texas Woman's University first?
The first thing you must do is order your transcripts from any previous school you attended and have them provided to the new school immediately with the hopes of receiving an unofficial transfer credit evaluation quickly. In an ideal world, students would have an official transfer credit evaluation done prior to committing to enrollment at any school; however with the vast majority of schools, official transfer credit evaluations happen after you are already enrolled, typically in the first semester.
What GPA do most Texas Woman's University programs require?
Most listed programs require a minimum GPA of 3.0.
Is Texas Woman's University military friendly?
Texas Woman's University does not show Yellow Ribbon support. If military benefits matter for your plan, check current military options before you apply.
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What documents are most commonly required for Texas Woman's University applications?
Most listed programs ask for Official College Transcript(s), Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Statement of Purpose/Intent, and Resume/CV. Getting these ready early can keep the application process moving.
Does Texas Woman's University accept life experience credit?
Texas Woman's University does not show a school-wide life experience credit policy. Check Transfer Options to confirm transfer-credit options for your specific program.
Are Texas Woman's University programs fully online or mixed?
Texas Woman's University includes 100% Online and Mostly Online options, so students should check the format of their specific program before applying.
What kinds of online programs does Texas Woman's University offer?
Texas Woman's University has online program options in areas such as Education, Healthcare, Nursing, and Psychology & Human Services; start with the field that best matches your career goal, then compare cost, format, and admissions requirements. Compare Programs to get program, admissions, and cost details before applying.
Do any Texas Woman's University programs have specialized accreditation?
Program-specific accreditors include Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE); American Library Association (ALA).
Are any admission tests required for Texas Woman's University programs?
Some listed programs include GRE requirements, so students should check test expectations before choosing a program.
Do in-state and out-of-state tuition totals differ at Texas Woman's University?
Some programs show different in-state and out-of-state tuition totals, so check your specific program cost.
Do any Texas Woman's University programs have state authorization limitations?
Some programs show state or location restrictions, so students should confirm eligibility for their state before applying. Check State Eligibility before applying to confirm whether your program is available where you live.
How often can students start at Texas Woman's University?
Start times per year typically range from 3-6 for most schools. For Texas Woman's University, students should confirm the next available start date for their specific program before applying.
How should working adults compare Texas Woman's University programs?
Working adults should confirm program format, total cost, timeline, and application requirements before choosing a path.
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Geographic and Educational Overview
Texas Woman's University is located in Texas
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