Texas State University is on a strategic path to achieve the prestigious R1 Carnegie classification by 2027. This ambitious "Run to R1" initiative is set to enhance student success, expand research opportunities, and elevate the university's global impact. With a projected $160 million in research expenditures for FY2024 and a 31% increase in doctoral degrees awarded, TXST is poised to become a leader in higher education and innovation.

https://www.president.txst.edu/strategic-vision/run-to-r1/impact.html