Since 1954, Texas State has offered correspondence courses to students. Currently, the Office of Correspondence Studies offers 50 accredited graduate and undergraduate university courses in a variety of subjects. Both in-state and out-of-state correspondence students may take courses developed and taught by Texas State-approved faculty that are comparable in content and quality to on-campus Texas State courses, for a cost that is consistently among the lowest in the nation. Correspondence study can be liberating. Whether you move to a new location, work irregular hours, have family obligations, or find that you need to put your studies aside for awhile, you can take a correspondence course wherever you are and whenever is convenient.
This freedom is ideal for the student who needs an alternative to the traditional classroom. It’s important, however, to be aware that a correspondence course not only requires the same amount of work as courses offered on campus, but also presents unique challenges to students who are accustomed to classroom instruction. Before enrolling in one of our courses, seriously consider whether correspondence study is right for you. The following quiz may come in handy in helping you to make your decision. It may not be an absolute predictor of your success, but it does bring up important factors for you to consider when assessing your readiness for correspondence study. Are you ready for correspondence study?