Texas A & M University-Kingsville
About Texas A & M University-Kingsville
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Texas A&M Kingsville is a public university in Kingsville, Texas, in South Texas. It is part of the A&M System and offers programs in engineering, agriculture, natural gas engineering, and bilingual education.
Founded
1925
Location
Kingsville, Texas
Students
6,226
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
90.9%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
41.9%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$9,892
Out-of-state: $25,746
Avg Net Price
$12,090
After financial aid
SAT Average
1050
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$51,450
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Most students who apply are accepted
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
$40
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Texas A & M University-Kingsville accepts the majority of applicants at 90.9%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
SAT Scores
1050/ 1600
ACT Scores
19/ 36
Average: 19 out of 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
41.9% complete their degree within six years
Retention
64.6%
4-Year Grad
24%
6-Year Grad
43%
Teaching Quality
16:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
74.8%
$/Student
$10.3K
Class Size
Medium
The 24% graduation rate is below average, but 64.6% 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
$9,892
In-State
$25,746
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$11,200
Books & Supplies
$1,299
Total Cost of Attendance
$24,060
After Financial Aid
$12,090
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$10,207
Receive Grants
52.7%
Take Loans
38.1%
The full cost of attendance is about $24,060/yr for in-state students, including $11,200 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $12,090. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $25,746.
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 University-Kingsville fund their education.
While in School
52.7%
Get Grants
Free money
38.1%
Take Loans
Must repay
$28,201
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$22,934
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$243/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 38.1% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $22,934. 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 University-Kingsville.
Gender
49.3%
Female
51%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
4,748
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
1,478
Graduates
45.9%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
9.9%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (49% women, 51% men). 45.9% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
4,748
Students
public
Institution
Small
Campus Size
R2 Research
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Texas A & M University-Kingsville fields 10 varsity teams with 545 student athletes, about 11% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division II with football
Conference
Lone Star
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
10
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
545
11% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
62% / 38%
338
Men
207
Women
4
Men's Teams
8
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 University-Kingsvilleearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$51,450
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Civil Engineering
$66K
65 grads
1yr Earnings
Mechanical Engineering
$56K
64 grads
1yr Earnings
Animal Sciences
$20K
49 grads
1yr Earnings
Education, General
—
49 grads
Biology, General
$27K
46 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$33K
45 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $45K six years out, growing to $51K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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