Texas A & M International University

5201 University Blvd, Laredo, TX 78041

Website: Texas A & M International University

Texas A & M International University School Description

Texas A&M International University (TAMIU) is an international university, poised at the Gateway to Mexico and serving as the cultural and intellectual hub of a vibrant bilingual and bicultural community.

A Member of The Texas A&M University System, TAMIU is committed to the preparation of students for leadership roles in their chosen profession in an increasingly complex, culturally-diverse state, national and global society.

The University provides over 5000 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 masters programs and the Doctor of Philosophy degree in International Business. Programs focus on developing undergraduate and graduate offerings with a progressive international agenda for global study and understanding across all disciplines.

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.

Our campus is located at an enviable crossroads of international business and life and its history hallmarked by seven sovereign flags. A downtown revitalization project is currently underway and major commercial development projects are committed. One of the state’s and nation’s fastest growing communities, Laredo is a diverse city with a colorful environment and tropical climate that affords a pleasant lifestyle for all.

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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. Senate bill was introduced by Wayne Connally, brother of Governor of Texas John B. Connally, Jr.
  • 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, graduate, and doctoral degrees through five colleges. They include:

  • College of Arts and Sciences
  • A. R. Sanchez Jr. School of Business
  • College of Education
  • College of Nursing and Health Sciences

About

Texas A&M International University (TAMIU) is a Member of The Texas A&M University System and boasts a $160 million cutting-edge campus on a 300-acre site in Laredo, Texas. The newest University in the State of Texas, TAMIU offers 63 undergraduate and graduate degrees in the arts and sciences, business administration, and nursing. The A.R. Sánchez, Jr. School of Business was recently named one of the “Best 296 Business Schools” by the Princeton Review and ranked in the Top Ten for offering the greatest opportunity for minority students. The School of Business offers a doctoral degree in international business.

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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:
3,334
On Campus Housing:
Available
Full Time Students:
97%
Athletic Programs:
Available
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Expenses

Average Tuition:
$ 10,852
Students Receiving Aid:
80%
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Admissions

Selectivity:
Highly Selective
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Texas A & M International University Degree Programs

Bachelor’s Degree Programs

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Master’s Degree Programs

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Texas A & M International University Students & Campus Life

General

Full-Time vs. Part-Time
Full-Time 97%
Part-Time 3%
Men vs. Women
Women 55%
Men 45%
Race/Ethnicity
Hispanic 94%
Other 3%
Caucasian 3%
Asian 0%
African-American 0%

Geography

In State vs. Out-of-State
In-State 98%
Out-of-State 2%
Top States for Incoming Freshman
Texas 98%
Pennsylvania 0%
California 0%
Percent of Students International: 5%

Housing

On-Campus Housing Available: Yes
Percent of Students Living On-Campus: 22%
Freshman Students Required to Live on Campus: No

Athletics

Member of: NAA, NCAA
Sports Include: Basketball (Heartland Conference)
Baseball (Heartland Conference)
Track (Heartland Conference)

Texas A & M International University Expenses (Tuition & Fees)

Tuition & Fees (undergraduate) In-State Out-of-State  
Published Tuition and Fees:
$ 4,180 $ 10,852  
Average Tuition for Full-Time Undergrads:
$ 2,832 $ 9,504  
Required Fees for Full-Time Undergrads:
$ 1,348 $ 1,348  
Financial Aid Avg. Amount Received % of Students Receiving Aid  
Federal Grants:
$ 2,836 80%  
State and Local Grants:
$ 2,726 75%  
Institutional Grants:
$ 2,437 41%  
Student Loans:
$ 2,228 29%  
Any Aid:
  80%  

Texas A & M International University Admissions

Acceptance Rate: 54% (Highly Selective)
Test Scores  
SAT Scores:  
% of Students Submitting SAT Scores: 78%
Bottom 25th Percentile: Verbal: 380, Math: 410
Top 75th Percentile: Verbal: 480, Math: 500

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

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Texas A & M International University
Laredo, TX 78041
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