Texas A&M University – College Station
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Texas A&M University – College Station
School Type: Public
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
Texas A&M University – College Station is a large public university located on an urban campus in College Station, Texas. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 59,933, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 63%. The university offers 122 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 84%, and a student-faculty ratio of 19:1. Tuition and fees for in-state students are $8,443, while tuition and fees for out-of-state students are $36,637.
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- #5 Ranked in Best Master's in Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography Programs
- #7 Ranked in Best Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography Programs
- #7 Ranked in Best Colleges for Hispanic Students
- #17 Ranked in Online Master's in Engineering Programs
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresRequired to be considered for admission
High school transcriptRequired
High school rankRequired to be considered for admission
Letter of recommendationNot considered for admission, even if submitted
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programRecommended
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Implied no
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile25-31
SAT 25th-75th Percentile1140-1380
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
77k
Students enrolled
39%
Online student enrollment
19:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
42%
Unknown
0%
Black
2%
Hispanic
20%
Two or more races
3%
Non-U.S. Citizen
1%
Asian
10%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
17% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
97
Total Online Enrollment
29,911
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.39% online, 61% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
80% On-campus
20% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates7% online
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor's4% online
Graduate Certificate36% online
Master's39% online
Doctorate4% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $8,443 | $36,637 |
| Graduate | $7,057 | $20,054 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $450 |
| On-campus room and board | $13,154 |
| On-campus other expenses | $3,420 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $11,780 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $3,420 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $3,420 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $25,467 | $53,661 |
| Off-campus without family | $24,093 | $52,287 |
| Off-campus with family | $12,313 | $40,507 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
20%
State Grant Aid
21%
Institution Grant Aid
59%
Pell Grant
17%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$18k
Average student debtafter graduation
$54k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- All Track Combined
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Football
- Golf
- Swimming Diving
- Tennis
- Equestrian
- Soccer
- Softball
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Agricultural/Animal/Plant/Veterinary Science And Related Fields. | |||
| 2 | Architecture And Related Services. | |||
| 3 | Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, And Group Studies. | |||
| 4 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 5 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 6 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 7 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 8 | Education. | |||
| 9 | Engineering. | |||
| 10 | Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians. | |||
| 11 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 12 | Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics. | |||
| 13 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 14 | History. | |||
| 15 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 16 | Legal Professions And Studies. | |||
| 17 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 18 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 19 | Natural Resources And Conservation. | |||
| 20 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 21 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 22 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 23 | Psychology. | |||
| 24 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 25 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 26 | Transportation And Materials Moving. | |||
| 27 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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