Texas A & M International University
About Texas A & M International University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Texas A&M International University is a public university in Laredo, Texas, on the U.S.-Mexico border. It is a Hispanic-Serving Institution offering programs in business, criminal justice, education, and nursing.
Founded
1970
Location
Laredo, Texas
Students
8,448
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
44.4%
Selective
Graduation Rate
46.5%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$7,894
Out-of-state: $19,454
Avg Net Price
$3,637
After financial aid
SAT Average
993
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$48,386
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Very Selective
44.4 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Required
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Texas A & M International University accepts 44.4% of applicants, with admitted students averaging around 993 on the SAT. If you're near or above that range, you have a strong chance.
SAT Scores
993/ 1600
ACT Scores
18/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
46.5% complete their degree within six years
Retention
77.8%
4-Year Grad
26%
6-Year Grad
49%
Teaching Quality
19:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
55.5%
$/Student
$6.6K
Class Size
Large
The 26% graduation rate is below average, but 77.8% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$7,894
In-State
$19,454
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$10,826
Books & Supplies
$1,270
Total Cost of Attendance
$15,558
After Financial Aid
$3,637
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$3,097
Receive Grants
64.5%
Take Loans
26%
Don't let the $7,894 sticker price scare you. Most students pay around $3,637 after financial aid, a 54% discount. Families earning under $30K pay closer to $3,097.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Texas A & M International University fund their education.
While in School
64.5%
Get Grants
Free money
26%
Take Loans
Must repay
$24,539
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$15,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$159/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 26% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $15,000. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Texas A & M International University.
Gender
59.6%
Female
40%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
6,667
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
1,781
Graduates
49.2%
First-Gen
21 yrs
Avg Age
13%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 60% of the student body. 49.2% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 5.2% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Large
Campus Quick Facts
6,667
Students
public
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
Master's
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Texas A & M International University fields 7 varsity teams with 200 student athletes, about 3% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division II without football
Conference
Lone Star
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
7
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
200
3% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
51% / 49%
102
Men
98
Women
5
Men's Teams
6
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Texas A & M International Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$48,386
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Criminal Justice and Corrections
$31K
178 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$25K
131 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$75K
127 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$32K
127 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
$24K
111 grads
1yr Earnings
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
$31K
89 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $37K six years out, growing to $48K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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