B+
Very Good
Score: 70/100
Overall (traditional)
Texas A & M University-College Station
4-Year
Public
📍 College Station, Texas 77843
Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology
Quick Stats
76,633
Total Enrollment
84%
Graduation Rate
94%
Retention Rate
19.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
63%
Acceptance Rate
$21,610
Avg Net Price
Earnings, Debt & Completion
What happens to students who enroll at Texas A & M University-College Station, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
$72,097
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$59,386
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$17,804
Median debt at graduation
83.9%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,280
Average SAT
28
Median ACT
19.6%
Students receiving Pell grants
Typical debt at graduation equals about 25% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 89th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (TX wage index 0.97). This drives the Outcome Rating.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.
Earnings by Major at Texas A & M University-College Station
Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.
| Major | 1 yr after | 4 yrs after | vs. national | Rank (pay) | Rank (wage-adj.) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer and Information Sciences | $81,231 | $129,401 | +40% | #25 of 459 | #25 | — |
| Computer Engineering | $86,366 | $127,042 | +17% | #27 of 189 | #24 | $21,750 |
| Marine Transportation | $87,444 | $124,645 | +7% | #2 of 7 | #2 | $23,406 |
| Computer Science | $86,084 | $124,283 | +16% | #63 of 349 | #52 | $20,395 |
| Petroleum Engineering | $69,603 | $114,686 | +9% | #6 of 19 | #7 | $18,969 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services | $71,409 | $112,319 | +35% | #23 of 452 | #22 | $16,671 |
| Chemical Engineering | $86,176 | $111,073 | +13% | #11 of 158 | #21 | $18,017 |
| Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering | $83,389 | $103,789 | +3% | #73 of 258 | #78 | $20,968 |
| Accounting and Related Services | $67,186 | $103,662 | +36% | #37 of 796 | #21 | $16,831 |
| Nuclear Engineering | $66,604 | $103,438 | +4% | #3 of 12 | #6 | $18,471 |
| Construction Engineering Technology/Technician | $77,799 | $101,540 | +8% | #5 of 43 | #5 | $19,000 |
| Information Science/Studies | — | $100,166 | +17% | #17 of 148 | #13 | — |
| Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians | $78,185 | $99,943 | +18% | #5 of 46 | #4 | $24,937 |
| Mechanical Engineering | $77,785 | $97,903 | +6% | #54 of 318 | #68 | $19,389 |
| Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space Engineering | $74,524 | $97,227 | -1% | #26 of 59 | #34 | $21,999 |
| Industrial Engineering | $74,529 | $95,918 | -3% | #52 of 94 | #58 | $18,749 |
| Management Information Systems and Services | $71,032 | $94,724 | +14% | #38 of 166 | #40 | $19,500 |
| Biomedical/Medical Engineering | $63,249 | $93,305 | +-0% | #64 of 118 | #54 | $19,000 |
| General Sales, Merchandising and Related Marketing Operations | $66,372 | $93,141 | +24% | #4 of 27 | #4 | $20,787 |
| Physics | $53,329 | $92,826 | +21% | #17 of 107 | #12 | $19,500 |
| Ocean Engineering | $71,788 | $92,553 | +4% | — | — | $26,000 |
| Civil Engineering | $75,793 | $92,433 | +7% | #36 of 233 | #31 | $19,500 |
| Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering | $72,361 | $91,759 | -20% | #6 of 6 | #5 | $21,657 |
| Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians | $68,154 | $89,629 | +11% | #8 of 51 | #13 | $22,353 |
| Engineering Technologies/Technicians | — | $88,126 | +9% | #7 of 34 | #7 | — |
| Applied Mathematics | $57,787 | $85,792 | -6% | #25 of 45 | #26 | $16,032 |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management | $58,127 | $85,477 | +0% | #45 of 99 | #44 | $18,918 |
| Agricultural Engineering | $74,655 | $85,393 | +1% | #12 of 26 | #14 | $18,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $59,306 | $82,213 | +20% | #113 of 1176 | #99 | $17,974 |
| Economics | $49,738 | $81,562 | -1% | #169 of 368 | #133 | $17,120 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | $78,297 | $81,026 | -9% | #685 of 966 | #751 | $18,420 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | — | $79,488 | +50% | #14 of 476 | #15 | — |
| Agricultural Business and Management | $50,509 | $77,479 | +16% | #10 of 77 | #10 | $16,500 |
| Human Resources Management and Services | $51,664 | $76,593 | +13% | #39 of 187 | #40 | $16,053 |
| Marketing | $51,465 | $76,035 | +10% | #112 of 516 | #99 | $19,500 |
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences | $44,585 | $74,594 | +24% | #7 of 138 | #10 | $18,686 |
| Landscape Architecture | $54,214 | $73,729 | +11% | #4 of 19 | #5 | $23,734 |
| City/Urban, Community, and Regional Planning | $50,580 | $70,592 | +6% | #7 of 17 | #5 | $17,720 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | $64,394 | $70,132 | +3% | #31 of 76 | #35 | $15,000 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | $37,331 | $69,815 | +14% | #31 of 156 | #23 | $15,750 |
| Chemistry | $49,462 | $69,662 | +7% | #84 of 209 | #56 | $18,488 |
| Political Science and Government | $41,817 | $69,375 | +10% | #126 of 565 | #102 | $17,595 |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions | $34,671 | $66,865 | +28% | #3 of 50 | #2 | $17,731 |
| Public Health | $39,584 | $66,732 | +13% | #37 of 215 | #36 | $16,500 |
| Plant Sciences | $45,163 | $66,513 | +18% | #7 of 44 | #5 | $17,249 |
| Linguistic, Comparative, and Related Language Studies and Services | — | $66,241 | +33% | #7 of 90 | #7 | $19,500 |
| Geography and Cartography | $54,204 | $65,228 | +13% | #31 of 117 | #25 | $16,479 |
| Architecture | $45,431 | $64,643 | -3% | #53 of 78 | #47 | $17,781 |
| Communication and Media Studies | $43,295 | $64,533 | +15% | #90 of 660 | #67 | $15,750 |
| International/Globalization Studies | $41,886 | $63,504 | +6% | #27 of 87 | #23 | $17,250 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.
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🏆 Where Texas A & M University-College Station Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $9,003 | $36,428 |
| Total Cost (On-Campus) | $33,507 | $60,736 |
Financial Aid
77%
Receive Any Aid
20%
Receive Pell Grants
30%
Take Out Loans
$21,610
Avg Net Price
Net Price by Family Income
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 - $30,000 | $12,273 |
| $30,001 - $48,000 | $12,597 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $18,685 |
| $75,001 - $110,000 | $26,336 |
| $110,001+ | $29,548 |
Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
Biomedical Sciences, General
685 grads/yr
Mechanical Engineering
668 grads/yr
Communication, General
648 grads/yr
Industrial Engineering
618 grads/yr
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
616 grads/yr
Psychology, General
610 grads/yr
Advanced Legal Research/Studies, General
585 grads/yr
Computer Science
569 grads/yr
Business Administration and Management, General
490 grads/yr
Electrical and Electronics Engineering
431 grads/yr
Construction Engineering Technology/Technician
421 grads/yr
Health and Wellness, General
386 grads/yr
Finance, General
384 grads/yr
Exercise Science and Kinesiology
377 grads/yr
Economics, General
374 grads/yr
Civil Engineering, General
358 grads/yr
Accounting
353 grads/yr
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
326 grads/yr
Agribusiness/Agricultural Business Operations
317 grads/yr
Sales, Distribution, and Marketing Operations, General
313 grads/yr
Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from Texas A & M University-College Station's top programs commonly pursue.
Medical scientists, except epidemiologists
$101k/yr
165,300 jobs
Biological science teachers, postsecondary
$83k/yr
66,000 jobs
Biological technicians
$52k/yr
82,700 jobs
Architectural and engineering managers
$168k/yr
212,500 jobs
Aerospace engineers
$135k/yr
71,600 jobs
Engineering teachers, postsecondary
$106k/yr
50,300 jobs
Mechanical engineers
$102k/yr
293,100 jobs
Cost estimators
$77k/yr
221,400 jobs
Student Demographics
76,633
Total Students
47%
Women
97%
Traditional Age (18-24)
48%
Off-Campus Renters
👥 Race & Ethnicity
White
51%
Hispanic
23%
Black
3%
Asian
12%
Two or More
3%
Non-Resident
7%
🏠 Living Arrangements
On Campus
50%
Off-Campus (Renters)
48%
With Family
1%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~37,090 students need off-campus housing
💻 Learning Mode
In-Person
61%
Hybrid (Some Online)
34%
Fully Online
5%
📊 Age Distribution
18-24 (Traditional)
97%
25-64 (Adult)
2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at Texas A & M University-College Station?
Texas A & M University-College Station has an acceptance rate of 63%.
This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Texas A & M University-College Station?
Tuition at Texas A & M University-College Station is
$9,003 for in-state students
and $36,428 for out-of-state students
.
However, the average net price after financial aid is $21,610.
What is the graduation rate at Texas A & M University-College Station?
The graduation rate at Texas A & M University-College Station is 84%.
This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is Texas A & M University-College Station a good school?
Texas A & M University-College Station has a Repit College Score of 70/100 (Grade: B+).
Our rating evaluates five key factors:
- Outcomes (A+): Graduation and retention rates
- Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
- Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
- Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
- Prestige (B): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Texas A & M University-College Station?
Texas A & M University-College Station has a total enrollment of 76,633 students.
Most students (97%) are traditional college-age (18-24).
Is there rental demand near Texas A & M University-College Station?
Yes! Approximately 48% of students at Texas A & M University-College Station live off-campus (not with family).
That's roughly 37,090 students who need rental housing near campus.
This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the College Station area.
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology