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Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi

Corpus Christi, TX · Public · Large city · Website

Admission rate
89%
Accessible
Average net price
$13,843
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
38%
Median earnings
$55,480
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi is a public college in Corpus Christi, TX with 8,034 undergraduates. It admits 89% of applicants, and admitted students average 1086 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $13,843 per year ($11,006 for families earning under $30,000). 38% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $55,480 ten years after enrolling.

public college

Admissions

Admission rate
89%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
10,675
Fall 2023
Admitted
9,551
Fall 2023
Yield
22%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing500–610
200800
SAT Math470–583
200800
ACT Composite19–25
136

What Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkConsidered
  • Class rankRequired
  • Essay or personal statementConsidered
  • RecommendationsConsidered
  • Demonstrated competenciesConsidered
  • Legacy statusConsidered
  • Work experienceConsidered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$24,197
sticker price, per year
In-state tuition
$9,748
Out-of-state tuition
$20,673

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$11,006
  • $30–48k$10,553
  • $48–75k$11,179
  • $75–110k$15,781
  • $110k+$21,638

Get a personal estimate with Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
38%
Freshman retention
58%
Median earnings
$55,480
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$20,000
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
8,034
Student–faculty ratio
19:1
Receive Pell grants
48%
  • White33%
  • Hispanic54%
  • Black4%
  • Asian3%

Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi FAQ

What is Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi's acceptance rate?+

Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi admits 89% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 500–610 on SAT Reading and Writing and 470–583 on SAT Math; the average total is 1086.

What ACT score do you need for Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 19–25.

Is Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi?+

In Fall 2023, 10,675 students applied to Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi and 9,551 were admitted; 2,064 enrolled.

Does Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi consider legacy status?+

Yes. Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi reported that legacy status is considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi require an essay?+

Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi reported that an essay or personal statement is considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $24,197 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $13,843.

What is Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi's graduation rate?+

38% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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