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About Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi

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Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi is a public research university in Corpus Christi, TX, known for its accessible admissions and health sciences focus. With an acceptance rate of 88%, A&M-CC is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 1,913 students each year. A&M-CC is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 982–1200, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. A&M-CC offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $5,263 per year; the sticker price of $36,918 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

88%
Overall Accept Rate
1091
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 982 – 1200 (test optional)

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ACTScore range: 18 – 24

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi

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Essay Strategy
Texas A&M Corpus Christi calls itself the Island University and takes real pride in its Gulf Coast location and marine research mission. If any of your interests connect to marine biology, coastal environmental science, or ocean-related fields, make that connection explicit in your application materials.
Application Strategy
TAMUCC has strong programs in nursing, engineering, and marine and coastal environmental science backed by on-campus research facilities on the bay. If you are applying to one of these programs, mention specific labs, faculty research, or resources at TAMUCC that align with your goals rather than speaking generally about the school.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceAvg. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$37k/yr$11.4k
30k-48k~$37k/yr$12.0k
48k-75k~$37k/yr$14.2k
75k-110k~$37k/yr$19.5k
110k+~$37k/yr$23.4k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

34%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$43k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
20:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
7,193
Undergrad Enrollment

Student Body

Student body composition

Race & Ethnicity

54%Hispanic
33%White
4%Black / African American
3%Two or More Races
3%Asian
2%International
1%Unknown / Unreported
0%American Indian / AK Native
0%Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
Gender40% Men · 60% Women
Citizenship / Immigration Status98% Citizens and Immigrants · 2% International
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