Sul Ross State University

Sul Ross State University, also referred to as SRSU, is located in Alpine, Texas, United States. It was established in the year 1917 and was known as the Sul Ross Normal College. It was named after Lawrence Sullivan Ross, former Texas governor and Civil War general. It gained university status in the year 1969. The degree programs are offered in various areas of study including biology, computer science, and agricultural business. There are two schools under the university:

• Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences
• Arts and Sciences

Among the student clubs and organizations available on campus are Alpha Phi Sigma, Student Government Association, Black Student Association, Sigma Tau Delta English Club, and Paintball Club. Students of Sul Ross State University also publish a newspaper called "The Skyline."

Highlights

Where the school stands out most compared to other schools (details below):

• Many students concentrating in liberal arts, conservation and resource management, animal science and care, nutrition and exercise therapy, mathematics, education and teaching, and drama and performing arts.
• Number of dorm rooms for students.
• Affordable tuition & fees.
• Racially diverse student body.
• Large number of programs of study offered.
• Good faculty-to-student ratio.

Other important characteristics:

• Open admission; accepts all qualified candidates
• Faculty tenure system
• Library on-campus
• Campus housing available
• Student meal (board) plan
• Distance learning available
• Part-time classes available

Degrees Awarded (in 2008-2009)

Students

Student enrollment was 2,717 in 2007-2008 (2,199 full-time equivalent).

Undergrads are 67% of enrolled students and graduate students are 33%.

Students living in the US make up 100% of incoming freshmen.

Tuition and Other Costs (2008-2009)

Financial Aid: Sul Ross State University participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs.

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Faculty

Tenure (2008-2009):

Housing and Meals

Sul Ross State University provides on-campus housing for 500 of its 2,199 (full-time) students (as of 2008-2009). The school requires freshmen to live on campus.

Students may purchase a meal plan which includes 20 meals weekly.

Athletics

School sports include football, basketball, baseball, and track. The school is in the American Southwest Conference for major sports.