Texas A&M University
College Station · Official website ↗
Texas A&M University is in College Station, United States. Tuition for international students: $36,877 per year (2026-27 figure). Standard entry requirements: A-levels 3 A-level exams following the General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE). Language: IELTS 6, TOEFL iBT 80. Applying: intake: Fall, Spring; application fee $90. Scholarships: 1 from the university.
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Quick summary
| Cost per year | tuition $36,877 per year + housing and meals $12,944 per year |
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| Money from the college | Need-based aid: not yet determined. Merit scholarships: international students can receive them. 1 named scholarship(s) confirmed open to international students; the college does not publish amounts. |
| Chances of admission | A-levels: 3 A-level exams following the General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE). Requirements for other school qualifications differ by country — see the college's page ↗ English minimum: IELTS 6, TOEFL (1–6) 4.5, TOEFL 80. |
| Application deadlines | Earliest: Oct 15 (Regular Decision — The normal round; not binding.) Last round: Regular Decision, Dec 1. |
| Where and how students live | College Station · 119 km from IAH airport |
| Housing | First-year housing: Available (apply); housing and meals $12,944 per year |
| Working while studying | co-op / paid work terms are part of degrees |
| After graduation | not yet determined |
Plain-language summary of the verified details below. Where it says “not yet determined”, we have not found it on an official page yet.
Financial aid & requirements for international students
| Aid & admission for international applicants | Not yet determined — check the college site ↗ |
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| Meets full financial need | No — does not promise to meet full needSources (1)“International student financial aid is based on financial need, not academic performance. This aid is intended to supplement a student’s existing funds and does not cover all educational costs.”aggie.tamu.edu ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
| Merit scholarships | Yes — international students can receive merit scholarshipsSources (2)“Institutional non-need-based scholarship or grant aid is available Yes”abpa.tamu.edu ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“In most cases, international students currently enrolled at the College Station campus who are not sponsored may be considered for university scholarships.”aggie.tamu.edu ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
| Forms for international aid applicants | Not yet determined — check the college site ↗ |
| Must request aid when applying? | Not yet determined — check the college site ↗ |
| SAT / ACT policy | Test-optional (SAT/ACT may be submitted)Sources (1)“Texas A&M University is test optional and will not require ACT or SAT scores for freshman applicants.”admissions.tamu.edu ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
| English proficiency | English test required unless an exemption applies
Sources (5)“All international undergraduate students must demonstrate minimum English Language Proficiency (ELP) standards for admission.”admissions.tamu.edu ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“If you are a citizen of one of the following countries, you will be exempt from the English proficiency requirement for admission and considered English Language Proficiency (ELP) Verified:”admissions.tamu.edu ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Minimum TOEFL iBT overall score of 4.5 (in person or Home Edition) taken on or after January 21, 2026, and from a test date within two years WITH a 4.0 minimum score required on each individual skill section (Texas A&M University does not accept the MyBest TOEFL score).”admissions.tamu.edu ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Minimum TOEFL iBT overall score of 80 (in person or Home Edition) taken prior to January 21, 2026, and from a test date within two years (Texas A&M University does not accept the MyBest TOEFL score).”admissions.tamu.edu ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Minimum IELTS Academic test score of 6.0 overall band”admissions.tamu.edu ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
| Conditional admission / English pathway | Not yet determined — check the college site ↗ |
Scholarships for first-year students
International Education Fee Scholarship
- Who can receive it: International students only
- How to apply: Separate scholarship application
- Deadline: Feb 1
Sources (4)
“International Education Fee Scholarship”aggie.tamu.edu ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Undergraduate or Graduate student Full-time enrollment - 12 hours (undergraduate) / 9 hours (graduate) Financial need”aggie.tamu.edu ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“For Summer/Fall Scholarships - February 1”aggie.tamu.edu ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Students may apply for scholarships through the University Scholarship Application.”aggie.tamu.edu ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Programmes
| Bachelor's programme | Computer Science BS · 4 years Source (2)“The four-year undergraduate curriculum in Computer Science at Texas A&M provides a sound preparation in computing, as well as in science, mathematics, English and statistics.”catalog.tamu.edu ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Computer Science - BS”catalog.tamu.edu ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Finance BBA Mechanical Engineering BS |
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Applying
| Academic entry requirement for your school qualification |
Requirements for other school qualifications differ by country — see the college's page ↗ |
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| Intakes (start months) for first-year entry | Fall, Spring Source (2)“Fall Important dates”admissions.tamu.edu ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Spring Important Dates”admissions.tamu.edu ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
| Application fee | $90 one-time Source (2)“A $90 non-refundable processing fee is required to complete your application.”admissions.tamu.edu ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Graduate: $65; Undergraduate: $75; International: $90”catalog.tamu.edu ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
| Application requirement | Credential evaluation (e.g. WES): Recommended Source (1)“Transcript evaluations that include a certified copy of the original transcript and a word-for-word translation from an evaluation service that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services are strongly recommended and will allow faster processing of files.”catalog.tamu.edu ↗ · checked 2026-11-12English proficiency test: Required Source (1)“All international undergraduate students must demonstrate minimum English Language Proficiency (ELP) standards for admission.”admissions.tamu.edu ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Personal statement / main essay: Required Source (1)“Required Essay (750 words max): Tell us your story. What unique opportunities or challenges have you experienced throughout your high school career that have shaped who you are today?”admissions.tamu.edu ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Teacher recommendation: Optional (reference) Source (2)“Letters of Recommendation”admissions.tamu.edu ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“We will consider the first two letters received as part of your admission file.”admissions.tamu.edu ↗ · checked 2026-11-12College-specific essays: Required Source (1)“Required Short Answer Question (250 words max): Describe a life event which you feel has prepared you to be successful in college.”admissions.tamu.edu ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Admission test scores (SAT/ACT/ATAR…): Optional Source (2)“Texas A&M University is test optional and will not require ACT or SAT scores for freshman applicants.”admissions.tamu.edu ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“We encourage students who have test scores to send them.”admissions.tamu.edu ↗ · checked 2026-11-12School transcript / academic records: Required Source (2)“All freshmen applicants must complete a Self-reported Transcript and Academic Record System (STARS) except for GED graduates.”admissions.tamu.edu ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“If you attended secondary school outside the United States and have already graduated, official transcripts are required to complete your application.”admissions.tamu.edu ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
Deadlines (fall 2027 entry)
| Regular Decision — Application | Oct 15 The normal round; not binding. Source (2)“Spring Important Dates”admissions.tamu.edu ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“October 15: Admissions Application deadline - College Station, McAllen & Galveston”admissions.tamu.edu ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
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| Regular Decision — Application — Fall intake | Dec 1 The normal round; not binding. Source (3)“Fall Important dates”admissions.tamu.edu ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“August 1: Admissions Application opens - College Station, McAllen & Galveston”admissions.tamu.edu ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“December 1: Admissions Application deadline - College Station, McAllen & Galveston”admissions.tamu.edu ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
Dates as published by the college; check the official page for time zones and supporting-document deadlines.
Costs for international students
| Tuition | $36,877 per year (2026–27 figure) (reference) |
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| Housing and meals | $12,944 per year (2026–27 figure) |
| Living costs (college estimate) | $16,333 per year (2027 figure) |
| Student health insurance | $3,146 per year (2027 figure) (reference) Can be waived if you have comparable insurance |
| Proof of funds for the I-20 | Not yet determined — check the college site ↗ |
Sources (7)
“List the typical tuition, required fees, and food and housing for a full-time undergraduate student for the FULL 2026-2027 academic year.”abpa.tamu.edu ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Tuition: Nonresident $36,877”abpa.tamu.edu ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Food and housing (on-campus): $12,944”abpa.tamu.edu ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“ISSS Estimated Cost of Attendance 2027: One Year Beginning Fall or Spring - Summer Enrollment NOT Required”global.tamu.edu ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“All Other Undergraduate Programs Student Total $60,918 Tuition, Fees, & Insurance $44,584 Living Expenses $16,333”global.tamu.edu ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Insurance: $3,146”global.tamu.edu ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Students who wish to not pay for SSHIP must either be enrolled in the Grad Plan or show proof of equivalent coverage via the waiver process to have the fee waived.”global.tamu.edu ↗ · checked 2026-11-12Where students live
| First-year on-campus housing | Available (apply) Source (2)“Texas A&M does not require students to live on campus (except when tied to scholarship requirements).”reslife.tamu.edu ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“once we reach maximum occupancy, students are placed on a Wait List—usually in February for fall and December for spring.”reslife.tamu.edu ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
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| Housing available during breaks | No Source (2)“Residence Halls close over the winter break and at the conclusion of the spring semester.”reslife.tamu.edu ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“All residents must check out of their residence hall by the specified closing time.”reslife.tamu.edu ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
Work and after graduation
| Co-op / paid work terms built into degrees | Yes Source (2)“Cooperative Education (co-op) is a supervised, academic program that formally integrates semesters of academic study with semesters of paid, full-time work experience while retaining full-time student status.”careercenter.tamu.edu ↗ · checked 2026-11-12“Co-op is a relevant, supervised, paid, career-related work experience, which helps students gain a better understanding of their chosen field while increasing marketability at graduation.”careercenter.tamu.edu ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
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| Accelerated bachelor's + master's programme | Yes Source (1)“This 5-year program combines our bachelor of science in Geography with our thesis-based master of science in Geography, providing a fast track to an advanced degree.”catalog.tamu.edu ↗ · checked 2026-11-12 |
Location
| City / state | College Station |
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| Nearest major airport | George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), about 119 km in a straight line |
| Map | View on OpenStreetMap ↗ |
Setting from the U.S. Department of Education (College Scorecard); airport from OurAirports (public-domain data).