Texas A&M University--College Station, TX
School Type
Public
Acceptance Rate
66%
Tuition
$10,176 in-state
$28,768 out-of-state
Eligibility For Public Schools
In State
International Students
N/A
US News Ranking
#69 in National Universities
Scholarships
Highest Ranking High School Graduate Exemption
Type
Automatic
Amount
Full in-state tuition
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
25-30
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 550-670
SAT Critical Reading 520-640
SAT Writing 490-610
Description
State law provides that the highest ranking graduate from Texas high schools accredited by the Texas Education Agency are entitled to a tuition exemption during their freshmen year at Texas A&M University. No formal application is required. If qualified for this exemption, you must present a copy of your official Texas Education Agency Highest Ranking High School Graduate declaration to Scholarships & Financial Aid at Texas A&M University before the 12th class day for both fall and spring exemption or by 12th class day in spring for spring only exemption. An official final high school transcript showing student ranked #1 in his or her class must also be on file with Admissions before the exemption can be applied.
Business Honors Program
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
1360
Required Act
30
Mid 50 ACT
17-22
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 550-670
SAT Critical Reading 520-640
SAT Writing 490-610
Description
Mays offers merit-based scholarships for incoming freshmen. Most scholarships are awarded to students also selected for the Business Honors Program.
Century Scholars Program (csp)
Type
Competitive
Amount
$5,000
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
25-30
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 550-670
SAT Critical Reading 520-640
SAT Writing 490-610
Description
The Century Scholars Program (CSP) is a partnership between Texas A&M University and 112 high schools throughout the state of Texas. Students selected as Century Scholars are awarded $20,000 over four years, as well as a $1,000 Study Abroad Stipend. The Century Scholars Program is more than just a monetary award; it offers students access to a first-rate education and programs that prepare students to become state, national, and world leaders.
College Of Architecture Scholarships
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
25-30
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 550-670
SAT Critical Reading 520-640
SAT Writing 490-610
Description
Numerous scholarships are available for all graduate and undergraduate students in the College of Architecture.
College Of Geosciences Competitive Scholarships
Type
Competitive
Amount
$500 to $4000
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
25-30
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 550-670
SAT Critical Reading 520-640
SAT Writing 490-610
Description
The College of Geosciences offers competitive scholarships ranging from $500 to $4,000 per year. You will also have the opportunity to work with our faculty on research projects around the globe and opportunities to participate in an internship program with some of the leading companies in your field of interest.
Corps Of Cadets Scholarships
Type
Competitive
Amount
$1000 to $10000
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
25-30
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 550-670
SAT Critical Reading 520-640
SAT Writing 490-610
Description
Corps of Cadets scholarships range in value from $1,000 to $10,000 and carry no military obligation. You can receive a Corps scholarship in addition to other scholarships (ROTC, University, Hometown club, etc.). Corps scholarships are both need and merit based with the majority of these scholarships reserved for students entering the Corps as freshmen cadets.
Foundation Excellence Award
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
25-30
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 550-670
SAT Critical Reading 520-640
SAT Writing 490-610
Description
The Foundation Excellence Award is open to an entering freshman, currently-enrolled students at TAMU-College Station, and transfer students from under-represented groups, including minorities and students from economically or educationally disadvantaged backgrounds. Recipients must attend Texas A&M in College Station and must be legal residents of the United States. Students' academic qualifications, extracurricular activities and financial need are considered in selection.
Lechner Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
$2,500
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
1360
Required Act
30
Mid 50 ACT
25-30
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 550-670
SAT Critical Reading 520-640
SAT Writing 490-610
Description
Lechner Scholarship is one of Texas A&M University?s four-year, competitive endowed academic scholarships. While competition requirements vary, only one application is necessary to be considered for all the scholarships listed. Scholarship recipients will be notified of award decisions by letter, to be mailed in February 2017. Each recipient also is awarded a $1000 Study Abroad Scholarship to help fund an official TAMU sponsored and faculty-led program.
Mcfadden Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
$2,500
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
1360
Required Act
30
Mid 50 ACT
25-30
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 550-670
SAT Critical Reading 520-640
SAT Writing 490-610
Description
McFadden Scholarship is one of Texas A&M University?s four-year, competitive endowed academic scholarships. While competition requirements vary, only one application is necessary to be considered for all the scholarships listed. Scholarship recipients will be notified of award decisions by letter, to be mailed in February 2017. Each recipient also is awarded a $1000 Study Abroad Scholarship to help fund an official TAMU sponsored and faculty-led program.
Opportunity Award
Type
Competitive
Amount
$100 to $12,500
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
25-30
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 550-670
SAT Critical Reading 520-640
SAT Writing 490-610
Description
The Opportunity Award is designed to provide scholarships for first year freshmen with outstanding high school records. Selection is based on an applicant's high school academic record, character, activities, leadership ability, SAT or ACT scores and, in some cases, evidence of financial need.
President?s Achievement Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
$2,500
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
25-30
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 550-670
SAT Critical Reading 520-640
SAT Writing 490-610
Description
President?s Achievement Scholarship is one of Texas A&M University?s four-year, competitive academic scholarships. While competition requirements vary, only one application is necessary to be considered for all the scholarships listed. Scholarship recipients will be notified of award decisions by letter, to be mailed in February 2017. Each recipient also is awarded a $1000 Study Abroad Scholarship to help fund an official TAMU sponsored and faculty-led program.
Presidents Endowed Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
$3,000
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
1360
Required Act
30
Mid 50 ACT
25-30
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 550-670
SAT Critical Reading 520-640
SAT Writing 490-610
Description
Presidents Endowed Scholarship is one of Texas A&M University?s four-year, competitive endowed academic scholarships. While competition requirements vary, only one application is necessary to be considered for all the scholarships listed. Scholarship recipients will be notified of award decisions by letter, to be mailed in February 2017. Each recipient also is awarded a $1000 Study Abroad Scholarship to help fund an official TAMU sponsored and faculty-led program.
Terry Foundation ScholarshiP
Type
Competitive
Amount
Up to Full Ride
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
25-30
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 550-670
SAT Critical Reading 520-640
SAT Writing 490-610
Description
The Terry Scholarship is intended to provide scholarships up to the cost of attendance to outstanding students. Other scholarships or aid and family household contribution will be considered when determining the Terry scholarship stipend.
Texas Armed Services Scholarship
Type
Competitive
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
3
Required SAT
1590
Required Act
23
Mid 50 ACT
25-30
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 550-670
SAT Critical Reading 520-640
SAT Writing 490-610
Description
The Texas Armed Services Scholarship (TASSP) has been created to assist promising students from throughout the state who are committed to education and service. It encourages young leaders to participate in the Texas Guard, Army National Guard, or Air National Guard, or to become commissioned officers in the United States armed services. Eligibile candidates must be on track to graduate high school in a Distinguished Achievement Program or International Baccalaureate program; maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale; be ranked in the top third of graduating class.
Craig And Galen Brown Foundation Scholarship
Type
National Merit/Achievement
Amount
Up to Full Ride
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
1360
Required Act
30
Mid 50 ACT
25-30
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 550-670
SAT Critical Reading 520-640
SAT Writing 490-610
Description
Approximately fifteen to twenty nominees from a pool of applicants who receive the President?s Endowed Scholarships may earn privately awarded stipends in addition to the President?s Endowed Scholarship, which in some cases covers the full cost of tuition, fees, room and board. Scholarship decisions are made by the Craig and Galen Brown Foundation. Applicants are notified within first 2 weeks of December if they are being considered. Preference is given to Engineering, Business, Science, Agriculture and Life Sciences, and Liberal Arts applicants.
National Scholars Program
Type
National Merit/Achievement
Amount
Varies
Required GPA
0
Required SAT
0
Required Act
0
Mid 50 ACT
25-30
Mid 50 SAT
SAT Math 550-670
SAT Critical Reading 520-640
SAT Writing 490-610
Description
Texas A&M University is consistently ranked among the top universities in the nation for National Scholar enrollment. Texas A&M is pleased to provide scholarship opportunities to students who are identified as one of the best students in the nation, as either a National Merit Semifinalist, National Merit Finalist, or National Hispanic Scholar.
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