Texas A & M International University

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Texas A&M International University (TAMIU), a Member of The Texas A&M University System, prepares students for leadership roles in their chosen profession in an increasingly complex, culturally diverse state, national, and global society. A&M International provides students with a learning environment anchored by the highest quality programs built on a solid academic foundation in the arts and sciences. To fulfill its mission, the University offers a range of baccalaureate and master’s programs and the Doctor of Philosophy degree in International Business Administration. In addition to offering excellent undergraduate and graduate programs, the University pursues a progressive agenda for global study and understanding across all disciplines.

Through instruction, faculty and student research and public service, Texas A&M International University is a strategic point of delivery for well-defined programs and services that improve the quality of life for citizens of the border region, the State of Texas, and national and international communities.

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Texas A & M International University

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Texas A&M International University, often referred to as TAMIU, is a public, co-educational, state-supported university located in Laredo, Texas. It is a member institution of The Texas A&M University System.

History

  • 1969: Established as a branch of Texas A&I University at Kingsville, and named Texas A&I University at Laredo, functioning as an upper-level University for juniors, seniors, and graduate students.
  • 1977: University's name changes to Laredo State University.
  • 1989: University joins The Texas A&M University System.
  • 1993: Name changes to Texas A&M International University.
  • 1995: An unsuccessful attempt is made to transfer TAMIU to the University of Texas System. TAMIU becomes a four-year University, welcomes its first freshman class and opens its new campus, the first new University campus constructed in Texas in over 25 years.
  • 2001: Ray Keck III succeeds J. Charles Jennett as university president.
  • 2004: Doctoral program in International Business Administration is launched.
  • 2006: Early College High School joins TAMIU (in collaboration with Laredo Independent School District).

Academics

Texas A&M International University offers undergraduate and graduate and doctoral degrees through four colleges and a school. They include:

  • College of Arts and Sciences
  • College of Business Administration
  • College of Education
  • Dr. F.M. Canseco School of Nursing

Accreditations

Texas A&M International University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097; Telephone number (404) 679-4501) to award bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees. The undergraduate and graduate programs in the College of Business Administration are accredited by AACSB International - The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. The Texas A&M International University Dr. F.M. Canseco School of Nursing is accredited by the Texas Board of Nurse Examiners and the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission. The Social Work program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of The Council on Social Work Education. Texas A&M International University is also accredited by the Texas Education Agency. Texas A&M International University is a member of the American Association of State Colleges and Universities, the American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education, the American Council on Education and the Council for the Advancement and Support of Education.

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Quick Facts

Chance of Admission:
Location:
Southwest
Setting:
Mid-size City Setting
Type:
Public
Size:
Medium (2,000 to 5,000 Undergrad)

Students & Campus Life

Undergraduate Enrollment:
3,115
On Campus Housing:
Available
Full Time Students:
90%
Athletic Programs:
Available
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Expenses

Average Tuition:
$ 10,140
Students Receiving Aid:
78%
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Admissions

Selectivity:
Highly Selective
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Students

General
Full-Time vs. Part-Time
Full-Time 90%
Part-Time 10%
Men vs. Women
Women 58%
Men 42%
Race/Ethnicity
Hispanic 95%
Caucasian 3%
Other 2%
Asian 0%
African-American 0%
Geography
Top States for Incoming Freshman
Tennessee 94%
Virginia 0%
Percent of Students International: 5%

Housing

On-Campus Housing Available: Yes
Percent of Students Living On-Campus: 21%
Freshman Students Required to Live on Campus: No

Athletics

Member of: NAA, NAIA
Sports Include: Basketball (Red River Athletic Conference)
Track (Red River Athletic Conference)
Tuition & Fees (undergraduate) In-State Out-of-State  
Published Tuition and Fees:
$ 3,516 $ 10,140  
Average Tuition for Full-Time Undergrads:
$ 2,520 $ 9,144  
Required Fees for Full-Time Undergrads:
$ 996 $ 996  
Financial Aid Avg. Amount Received % of Students Receiving Aid  
Federal Grants:
$ 3,678 63%  
State and Local Grants:
$ 3,039 44%  
Institutional Grants:
$ 1,569 18%  
Student Loans:
$ 2,212 9%  
Any Aid:
  78%  

Selectivity (Undergraduate Only)

Acceptance Rate: 50% (Highly Selective)
Test Scores  
SAT Scores:  
% of Students Submitting SAT Scores: 78%
Bottom 25th Percentile: Verbal: 390, Math: 400
Top 75th Percentile: Verbal: 500, Math: 500
ACT Scores:  
% of Students Submitting ACT Scores: 47%
Bottom 25th Percentile: Composite: 15, Verbal: 14, Math: 15
Top 75th Percentile: Composite: 19, Verbal: 20, Math: 19

Application Requirements (Undergraduate Only)

Formal Demonstration of Competencies: Not Required
High School Diploma or Equivalent: Required
High School GPA: Not Required
High School Rank: Required
High School Record: Required
Recommendations: Not Required
TOEFL: Required
Test Scores: Required

Degree Programs at Texas A & M International University

Bachelor's Level Majors

Photos

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    Image:Tamiu-seal.gif [source]
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  • Texas A&M International University's library building
    Texas A&M International University's library building [source]
  • The Lamar Bruni Vergara Planetarium is located in TAMIU.
    The Lamar Bruni Vergara Planetarium is located in TAMIU. [source]
  • TAMIU entrance sign with logo.
    TAMIU entrance sign with logo. [source]
  • Lamar Bruni Vergara Science Center and Physical Plant
    Lamar Bruni Vergara Science Center and Physical Plant [source]
  • TAMIU greenary
    TAMIU greenary [source]
  • Science Center
    Science Center [source]
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