Tarlton's expertise in constructing buildings, upgrading utility infrastructure and parking, fulfiling LEED criteria, meeting stringent laboratory design criteria, and managing sites within busy human environments all converge on college campuses. Tarlton has completed many academic buildings as well as student residences, parking structures, and renovations to existing space, for clients including:
- Washington University in St. Louis
- St. Louis Community College
- University of Missouri-St. Louis
- Washington University School of Medicine
- Lincoln University
- Saint Louis University