Second Bachelor's Degree

Texas State welcomes students who are pursuing a second bachelor's degree. An application and all supporting documentation must be submitted by the transfer admission priority date.

How to Apply

To apply, please complete and submit the following:

Step 1

Fill out the ApplyTexas application

The ApplyTexas Transfer Student application (please indicate you are seeking a second bachelor's on the application). It is important that you fill out all sections of your application completely.

Step 2

Submit Transcript

Submit a transcript from ALL colleges or universities you have attended.

Step 3

Pay the Application fee

Pay the nonrefundable application fee of $75 (check, money order, Visa, MasterCard, American Express).

If you are seeking a second bachelor's degree in business, the McCoy College requires the overall GPA from your first degree be a 2.5 or higher. Second bachelor degree seekers cannot pursue an exploration or general studies major.

An evaluation of previous course work will be done if you are admitted to Texas State. After which, you are able to meet with your Academic Advisor and they will determine which courses from your first degree will apply toward your second bachelor’s degree.

For more information, contact Anni Judkins, Senior Assistant Director.

Priority Dates

To apply as a non-degree seeking student, you must complete all steps by the appropriate priority date.

Not seeking a second bachelor's degree?

If you currently hold a bachelor's degree and do not wish to obtain a second bachelor's degree, you should apply for admission as a Non-Degree Seeking Student through the Graduate College.