Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi

Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is a public, state school in a suburban setting in Corpus Christi, Texas. Texas Aandm University Corpus Christi was founded in 1947 and now enrolls around 10,820 students a year, including 8,483 undergrads. Texas Aandm University Corpus Christi provides housing for up to 2,832 students. Most students live in off campus housing.

There are many ways for students to get involved at Texas Aandm University Corpus Christi! Love music or performing? Sing in a chorus or perform with one of Texas Aandm University Corpus Christi's theater groups.

Interested in journalism or communications? Texas Aandm University Corpus Christi students can write for the campus newspaper, host a radio show or be a producer for the student-run television channel.

Thinking of pledging? Texas Aandm University Corpus Christi has fraternities and sororities.

Planning to play sports? Texas Aandm University Corpus Christi has many options for athletes. See them all and learn more about life at Texas Aandm University Corpus Christi on the Student Life page.

Learn more about life at Texas Aandm University Corpus Christi on the Student Life page.

Mark your calendar! The final application deadline for Fall 2022 is July 1.

2021 Texas Aandm University Corpus Christi Facts At-A-Glance
Academic Calendar	Semester
Overall Acceptance Rate	90%
Average GPA	3.4
Applicants Submitting SAT scores	81%
In-State Tuition	$4,992
Out-of-State	$17,107
Percent of Need Met	0.59%
Average First-Year Financial Aid Package	$11,346

Is Texas Aandm University Corpus Christi a Good School?

Different people have different ideas about what makes a "good" school. Admissions difficulty and admitted student statistics can give you a sense of how competitive a college is, but they don't tell you how happy or successful students are. However, there are a few good ways to get a better sense how satisfied students are and how well a school supports its student body.

Let's take a closer look at all of these areas to get a better sense of what Texas Aandm University Corpus Christi offers and if it sounds like a good choice for you.

Texas Aandm University Corpus Christi Acceptance Rate 2021

It is moderately difficult to get into Texas Aandm University Corpus Christi. The acceptance rate at Texas Aandm University Corpus Christi is 90%. Last year, 8,540 students applied to Texas Aandm University Corpus Christi and 7,697 were admitted.

Retention and Graduation Rates at Texas Aandm University Corpus Christi

Retention is the number of students that stay enrolled at a school over time. This is a way to get a sense of how satisfied students are with their school experience, and if they have the support necessary to succeed in college.

Out of all the first-year, full-time undergrads who start at Texas Aandm University Corpus Christi, around 57% are still enrolled their sophomore year. Texas Aandm University Corpus Christi's six-year graduation rate for undergrads is 37%. The average six-year graduation rate for U.S. colleges and universities is 61% for public schools, and 67% for private, non-profit schools.

Job Outcomes for Texas Aandm University Corpus Christi Grads

Job placement rates after graduation and average starting salaries can all give important clues about the value of a degree from a specific school. Within six months of graduating, 93% of graduates receive at least one full-time job offer.

The average starting salary for recent Texas Aandm University Corpus Christi grads is $56,634 a year. Average starting salaries vary by discipline, but the average starting salary for all 2021 graduates was around $60,000 a year.

Texas Aandm University Corpus Christi's Endowment

An endowment is the total value of a school's investments, donations, and assets. Endowment is not necessarily an indicator of the quality of a school, but it can give you a sense of how much money a college can afford to invest in expanding programs, improving facilities, and support students. Texas Aandm University Corpus Christi's endowment was valued at $15.9 million in 2021, compared to a national average of $905 million.

Tuition and Financial Aid at Texas Aandm University Corpus Christi

Cost is another important factor when choose a college. Some colleges may have high tuition, but do a better job at meeting students' financial need. Texas Aandm University Corpus Christi meets 0.59% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. First-year students that attend Texas Aandm University Corpus Christi full-time are awarded $11,346 a year in financial aid, on average.

The average student debt for graduates in the class of 2021 was around $17,748 per student, not including those with no debt. For context, compare this number with the average national debt, which is around $36,000 per borrower.

The 2022-2023 FAFSA Opened on October 1st, 2021

Some aid is available on a first-come, first-served basis, so fill out the FAFSA early. Visit the FAFSA website to apply for student aid. Remember, the first F in FAFSA stands for FREE! No one should ever pay to fill out the FREE Application for Federal Student Aid, (FAFSA), so don't give your money (or info!) to any website that claim you do.

Learn more about Tuition and Financial Aid at Texas Aandm University Corpus Christi. Based on this information, how does Texas Aandm University Corpus Christi sound? Remember, a school that is perfect for one person may be a terrible fit for another! So ask yourself: Is Texas Aandm University Corpus Christi a good school for you?

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Where is Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi Located?

Texas Aandm University Corpus Christi is located in the suburban setting of Corpus Christi, Texas.

If you want to see Texas Aandm University Corpus Christi for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 37 to Corpus Christi, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Corpus Christi International.

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