Texas A & M University-Commerce — acceptance rate 93%, tuition $4,790 in-state, $17,390 out-of-stateTexas A & M University-Commerce campus, Commerce, TX. Photo: Discontenthearts, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
Outcomes
C+
62/100
Affordability
B
66/100
Resources
C
49/100
Experience
B+
75/100
Prestige
D
36/100
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
12,013
Total Enrollment
46%
Graduation Rate
63%
Retention Rate
19.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
93%
Acceptance Rate
$11,902
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Texas A & M University-Commerce ▼
7%
of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.
What happens to students who enroll at Texas A & M University-Commerce, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
$50,296
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$43,157
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$20,500
Median debt at graduation
42.8%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,076
Average SAT
21
Median ACT
40.5%
Students receiving Pell grants
Typical debt at graduation equals about 41% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 33rd 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-Commerce
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.
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.
For parents & investors
The Texas A & M University-Commerce Town Property Report
Avg home value near campus: $209,308
Avg rent near campus: $1,193/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 75401 (5.7% cap, Greenville)
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🏆 Where Texas A & M University-Commerce Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~829 students need off-campus housing
💻 Learning Mode
In-Person29%
Hybrid (Some Online)31%
Fully Online39%
📊 Age Distribution
18-24 (Traditional)58%
25-64 (Adult)32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at Texas A & M University-Commerce?
Texas A & M University-Commerce has an acceptance rate of 93%.
This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Texas A & M University-Commerce?
Tuition at Texas A & M University-Commerce is
$4,790 for in-state students
and $17,390 for out-of-state students
.
However, the average net price after financial aid is $11,902.
What is the graduation rate at Texas A & M University-Commerce?
The graduation rate at Texas A & M University-Commerce is 46%.
This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Texas A & M University-Commerce a good school?
Texas A & M University-Commerce has a Repit College Score of 57/100 (Grade: C+).
Our rating evaluates five key factors:
Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Texas A & M University-Commerce?
Texas A & M University-Commerce has a total enrollment of 12,013 students.
Is there rental demand near Texas A & M University-Commerce?
Yes! Approximately 7% of students at Texas A & M University-Commerce live off-campus (not with family).
That's roughly 829 students who need rental housing near campus.
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