Teachers and Counselors
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We applaud educators for advocating for your students and working to promote your students' academic, professional, personal and social development. You provide individuals and groups with career and educational counseling and we value your insight and experience in guiding your students to the right college choice.
In an effort to assist you with advising students about admission requirements, entrance exams, financial aid, scholarships and college majors, we've structured our Admissions web pages to provide you with the information you need.
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Contact the Aggieland Admission Center
MON - FRI | 8AM - 5PM CST
979-458-0950
Admissions Counselors will be available to speak with guidance counselors, applicants and their families to assist with questions about college admissions and the application process.
Additionally, Texas A&M University has Prospective Student Centers throughout the state where students can meet one-on-one with an Admissions Counselor or Financial Aid Advisor to learn more about admissions, academic programs, financial aid, housing and student services. Admissions Counselors and Financial Aid Advisors answer questions, organize events and help students with every step of the application process.
Course Credit - Credit by Examination
Undergraduate students at Texas A&M may earn course credits by demonstrating superior achievement on tests offered through several examination programs.
Credit by examination is available to freshmen who plan to enter the University and to students who are currently enrolled. Credit earned by examination does not contribute to a student's grade point ratio.
The University awards credit for scores on certain tests published by the Advanced Placement Program (AP), the College Level Examination Program Computer-Based Testing (CLEP CBT), the SAT Subject Tests, DANTES Subject Standardized Tests (DSST) and the International Baccalaureate (IB) Program.
Texas A&M also offers qualified students opportunities to earn credits by taking departmental examinations prepared by the faculty.
Information concerning credit by examination may be obtained from Data and Research Services.
Early Readiness High School Graduation Option
The Early Readiness option was created by House Bill 3 (81st Legislature). Under the provisions of the statute, research universities may partner directly with Texas school districts to offer an alternative route to a high school diploma to students who demonstrate early readiness for college.
What is an early readiness diploma?
Under this program, students who meet the placement standards of the research universities in English language arts, mathematics, science, social studies, and a language other than English may be eligible to receive high school diplomas, notwithstanding any other state or local requirements. Diplomas awarded under this option will be treated as recommended high school diplomas for other purposes, such as eligibility for enrollment in universities or for financial aid.
This option may permit students to enroll in additional courses while in high school or to enroll in college early. This high school diploma option does not guarantee admission to Texas A&M — it signifies that students have met a rigorous standard that is aligned with the placement standards of a leading flagship institution.
What are the requirements?*
- Attend a Texas high school district that has entered into an agreement with a research university
- Met the requirements that demonstrate sufficient mastery in each subject area (including a language other than English)
- Speak to their high school counselor to pursue this unique opportunity
*TEC 28.0253 (b)(1)
(A) the specific competencies that demonstrate a student’s mastery of each subject area for which the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board and the commissioner have adopted college readiness standards;
(B) the specific competencies that demonstrate a student’s mastery of a language other than English; and
(C) acceptable assessments or other means by which a student may demonstrate the student’s early readiness for college with respect to each subject area and the language described by this subdivision, subject to Subsection (c); (c) The assessments or other means filed by a research university under Subsection (b)(1)(C) must be equivalent to the assessments or other means the university uses to place students at the university in courses that may be credited toward a degree requirement.
What if I am not enrolled in a partner district?
Texas A&M University is pleased to offer the High School Enrichment Program (HSEP) that will provide college credit and possibly high school credit for qualified high school students in the Bryan/College Station area.**
This program provides a chance to further your knowledge in a subject you have completed in high school and earn valuable credit for graduation at both levels. For example, if you are interested in Physics and you have completed all of the classes your high school offers, you may study Physics at the college level.
Students must have completed all levels of related coursework offered at their high school to be considered for this program. Each student is eligible to take one course per fall or spring semester and course registration will be completed by the Texas A&M advisor. No summer classes are offered at this time. Classes will be held on the Texas A&M campus, and students and their parents/guardians will be responsible for any financial, lodging, scheduling or transportation considerations. As courses offered are Texas A&M courses, students accepted into HSEP are expected to adhere to the Texas A&M Student Rules.
All students who complete this program and earn college credit will be subject to the following rules: Texas A&M University Student Rules and Regulations, the Aggie Honor Code and tuition charged for excess credit hours (this could affect your eligibility for a future $1000 tuition rebate).
**It is the responsibility of the student to contact the Records Office in the Office of Admissions to request official documentation of program participation to be sent to their high school**
I am interested in participating. What should I do next?
Interested students should view the detailed requirements. Students who are in a participating district and meet the requirements for participation can contact the Early Readiness High School Graduation Option office at earlyreadiness@austin.utexas.edu.
Interested districts should download, execute and return the District Agreement.
High School Enrichment Program
Texas A&M University is pleased to offer the High School Enrichment Program (HSEP) that will provide college credit and possibly high school credit for qualified high school students in the Bryan/College Station area.**
This program provides a chance to further your knowledge in a subject you have completed in high school and earn valuable credit for graduation at both levels. For example, if you are interested in Physics and you have completed all of the classes your high school offers, you may study Physics at the college level.
Students must have completed all levels of related coursework offered at their high school to be considered for this program. Each student is eligible to take one course per fall or spring semester and course registration will be completed by the Texas A&M advisor. No summer classes are offered at this time. Classes will be held on the Texas A&M campus, and students and their parents/guardians will be responsible for any financial, lodging, scheduling or transportation considerations. As courses offered are Texas A&M courses, students accepted into HSEP are expected to adhere to the Texas A&M Student Rules.
All students who complete this program and earn college credit will be subject to the following rules: Texas A&M University Student Rules and Regulations, the Aggie Honor Code and tuition charged for excess credit hours (this could affect your eligibility for a future $1000 tuition rebate).
**It is the responsibility of the student to contact the Records Office in the Office of Admissions to request official documentation of program participation to be sent to their high school**
Eligibility Requirements
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You must be a junior or senior in high school in the Bryan/College Station area
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You must meet one of the following test score minimums:**
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New SAT: total score of at least 1270
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Old SAT: combined Verbal and Math score of 1200
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ACT composite score of 27
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Please note: Admission for this program is on a space-available basis. The applicant pool is competitive and admission is not guaranteed.
How to Apply
- A completed High School Enrichment Program Application
- $75 Application fee (or request for application fee waiver with appropriate counselor documentation — see High School Counselor Recommendation Form)
- Official high school transcript
- High School Counselor Recommendation Form: this letter must be completed by the high school counselor or principal and should confirm the student's eligibility for participation in this program
- Official SAT or ACT score sent from the testing agency.
How to Send Your Documents
1. Most documents may be uploaded via the Applicant Information System (AIS) which you can access after you have submitted your application for admission and have received your Universal Identification Number (UIN).
2. Mail
Deadlines
FALL: July 1 is the deadline to apply for fall entry. Acceptance into the program will be announced in early August.
SPRING: November 1 is the deadline to apply for spring entry. Acceptance into the program will be announced in early December.
Contact Information
Additional Resources and More Information
Institutional School Codes for Texas A&M:
Academic Success Center
(979) 458-4900
successcenter.tamu.edu
Appelt Aggieland Visitor Center
1st Floor Rudder Tower
Texas A&M University
(979) 845-5851
Fax (979) 862-3516
visit.tamu.edu
Corps of Cadets
(979) 845-9232
(800) TAMU-AGS
Corps Scholarships (888) 244-4456
corps.tamu.edu
Data and Research Services
(979) 845-0532
dars.tamu.edu
FAFSA - Federal Student Aid
https://www.usa.gov/fafsa
Residency Questionnaire - should be on REGISTRAR
SB 1528 Affidavit
Intent to Become a Permanent Resident
Scholarships and Financial Aid
(979) 845-3236
financialaid.tamu.edu
LINK TO PAGE
State of Texas Uniform Admission Policy
Texas A&M Foundation
Excellence Award
(979) 847-8700 ext. 160