Texas State University athletics

I've been looking into Texas State University as a potential school for me, but I can't find much info on their sports program. Does anyone know if they are a Division 1 school? I'm really interested in joining their sports team after high school.

Texas State University is indeed a Division 1 school. They compete in the NCAA Division 1 as a member of the Sun Belt Conference, which includes universities from across the southeastern United States. Texas State University offers various sports including football, basketball, baseball, and soccer, among others.

For student-athletes like yourself, you would be competing at a high level, often against other prestigious programs. Keep in mind, however, that the recruiting process can be quite competitive for Division 1 schools. To increase your chances of joining one of Texas State's teams, it would be helpful to:

1. Focus on your skill development and on maintaining a consistent performance level in your sport.

2. Research the specific expectations for your desired sport at Texas State University.

3. Reach out to the coaching staff, to express your interest in joining their team and share any relevant statistics, accomplishments, or videos that demonstrate your athletic abilities.

Remember, academic performance is also crucial for student-athletes. Ensure that you maintain strong grades and meet the university's admission requirements. You should also familiarize yourself with NCAA eligibility requirements, which include meeting specific guidelines for GPA and standardized test scores.

Finally, do be aware that competing at the D1 level is a significant time commitment, and you may have to make sacrifices in other areas of your college experience. Of course, many D1 student-athletes find their time in college to be incredibly enriching, personally and academically as well as athletically, but you just want to be thoughtful about whether this path is right for you personally before starting down it.

Good luck, and go Bobcats!