What families actually pay
Average yearly net price after grants, in-state students, by family income
Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, College Scorecard · data snapshot October 2, 2026
AP credit
Most-taken exams, lowest score that earns credit| Exam | Min score | Sul Ross State University course | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calculus AB | 3 | MATH 2413 | 4 credits |
| Calculus BC | 3 | MATH 2413, 2414 | 8 credits |
| Biology | 3 | BIOL 1311/1111 BIOL 1313/1113 | 8 credits |
| Chemistry | 3 | CHEM 1311/1111 CHEM 1312/1112 | 8 credits |
| English Language and Composition | 3 | ENG 1301, 1302 | 6 credits |
| United States History | 3 | HIST 1301, 1302 | 6 credits |
| Psychology | 3 | PSY 1302 | 3 credits |
| Computer Science A | 3 | CSA 1309 | 3 credits |
Show all 19 exams and every score level
| Exam | Min score | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calculus AB | 3 | MATH 2413 | 4 credits |
| Calculus BC | 3 | MATH 2413, 2414 | 8 credits |
| Biology | 3 | BIOL 1311/1111 BIOL 1313/1113 | 8 credits |
| Chemistry | 3 | CHEM 1311/1111 CHEM 1312/1112 | 8 credits |
| English Language and Composition | 3 | ENG 1301, 1302 | 6 credits |
| United States History | 3 | HIST 1301, 1302 | 6 credits |
| Psychology | 3 | PSY 1302 | 3 credits |
| Computer Science A | 3 | CSA 1309 | 3 credits |
| Macroeconomics | 3 | ECOA 2301 | 3 credits |
| Microeconomics | 3 | ECOA 2302 | 3 credits |
| World History: Modern | 3 | HIST 2301, 2302 | 6 credits |
| Spanish Language and Culture | 3 | SPAN 1411, 1412 | 8 credits |
| Art History | 3 | ART 1303, 1304 | 6 credits |
| Music Theory | 3 | MUS 1311, 1312 | 6 credits |
| Government and Politics - US | 3 | PS 2305 | 3 credits |
| Physics B | 3 | PHY 1301/1101 PHY 1302/1102 | 8 credits |
| Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism | 3 | PHY 1302/1102 | 4 credits |
| Physics C: Mechanics | 3 | PHY 1301/1101 | 4 credits |
| Spanish Literature and Culture | 3 | SPAN 3304 | 3 credits |
Source: catalog.sulross.edu · checked September 25, 2026
Biggest majors
| Major | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Criminal Justice/Safety Studies | 41 |
| Business/Commerce | 35 |
| Exercise Science and Kinesiology | 30 |
| Psychology | 26 |
| Teacher Education, Multiple Levels | 26 |
| Business Administration and Management | 18 |
| General Studies | 15 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | 12 |
Show the other 20 majors
| Organizational Leadership | 11 |
| Animal Sciences | 9 |
| Environmental/Natural Resources Management and Policy | 9 |
| English Language and Literature | 9 |
| History | 8 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences | 7 |
| Industrial Technology/Technician | 7 |
| Music | 6 |
| Mathematics | 6 |
| Agribusiness/Agricultural Business Operations | 6 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies | 4 |
| Agricultural Production Operations | 3 |
| Child Development | 3 |
| Geology/Earth Science | 3 |
| Social Sciences | 3 |
| Rhetoric and Composition | 2 |
| Homeland Security | 2 |
| Political Science and Government | 2 |
| Computer and Information Sciences | 1 |
| Spanish Language and Literature | 1 |
Bachelor’s graduates, first major, most recent year · Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS · data snapshot October 2, 2026
Sports and campus life
Men’s varsity · NCAA Division II, Lone Star Conference
Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Soccer, Tennis
Women’s varsity · NCAA Division II, Lone Star Conference
Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Volleyball
Faith groups
Cru, Newman Connection
Also
Study abroad
Sources: U.S. Dept. of Education athletics data (EADA), destino.org · checked September 4, 2026 · data snapshot October 2, 2026
The place
Setting
Town, remote
Federal locale classification
More about the place
Nearest airport
Midland International Air And Space Port (MAF)
Nearest hub airport
San Antonio International (SAT)
Walkability
EPA walkability index 11.7 of 20
Elevation
4,560 ft
Time zone
Central
January low
31°F
July high
91°F
Annual snowfall
2.2 in
Days at 90°F or higher
82 per year
One-bedroom fair market rent
$880 per month
Sources: U.S. Dept. of Education (IPEDS locale), U.S. Census metro estimates, NOAA climate normals, HUD fair market rents, EPA walkability · data snapshot October 2, 2026
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- University of the Southwest169 mi
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- Lubbock Christian University244 mi
Straight-line distance between campuses
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