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Texas A&M International University Admission Requirements

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Your chances of getting into Texas A&M International University

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

47.9%
Admission Difficulty for Texas A&M International University
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Extremely Easy 
Applicant Competition Average 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Texas A&M International University is 47.9%.  Its admission rate is the 6th lowest in Texas.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Texas A&M International University and can you get accepted?

Texas A&M International University is a more competitive school to get into. You have a good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 3,758 out of the 7,848 who applied were admitted.

Texas A&M International University typically accepts and attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.7. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top quarter of their high school class. 35% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Texas A&M International University?

48% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Texas A&M International University you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.7 or better
  • Earn A- grades in high school
  • Score 1010 on the SAT
  • Score 18 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top 25% of your high school class

Texas A&M International University GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.7

Typical High School Grades 

A-

What GPA do you need to get into Texas A&M International University?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Texas A&M International University are to have around a 3.7 high school GPA. You are required to have very good grades in high school.

Even with a competitive GPA, admission to Texas A&M International University will be challenging as the school denies more applicants than it admits.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Texas A&M International University is 3.7 on the 4.0 scale. 24% of students who get in have perfect 4.0 GPA's in high school. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn A- letter grades and regularly score around 90-92 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #10 in Texas for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.7 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted Texas A&M International University students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 24.0% Good
3.75 to 3.99 27.0% Avg
3.50 to 3.74 22.0% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 12.0% Reach
3.00 to 3.24 8.0% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 5.0% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 1.0% Reach
1.00 to 1.99 1.0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Texas A&M International University SAT Scores

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

910-1110

Applicants Submitting SAT 

41%
SAT Scores for Texas A&M International University
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 470
Math 25th Percentile 440
Composite 25th Percentile 910
SAT Scores for Texas A&M International University
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 570
Math 75th Percentile 540
Composite 75th Percentile 1110
Average SAT Score 1010

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Texas A&M International University?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Texas A&M International University is 1010 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 910-1110. Students who get into Texas A&M International University score in the top 76 percent of all SAT test takers..  Texas A&M International University ranks #50 in the state of Texas for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1010 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Texas A&M International University regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 910 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 910, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 810, but scores this low are outside the normal range. 41 percent of applicants submit SAT scores to the school.

View other colleges which accept students in the 1010 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1010, you have around a 48% chance of being admitted. A 1110 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 64% chance of getting in.

Texas A&M International University admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1110 and Above Good >64%
1010 to 1110 Avg + 48%-64%
910 to 1010 Avg - 33%-48%
810 to 910 Reach 20%-33%
Less than 810 Low <20%
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Texas A&M International University ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

16-21 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

6%
ACT Scores for Texas A&M International University
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 14
Math 25th Percentile 16
Composite 25th Percentile 16
ACT Scores for Texas A&M International University
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 20
Math 75th Percentile 19
Composite 75th Percentile 21
Average ACT Score 18

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Texas A&M International University?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Texas A&M International University is 18, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 16 and 21.  The school ranks #54 in Texas for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 18. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 16 and score in the score in the top 75 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 14.

6 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Texas A&M International University.

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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Texas A&M International University for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 18 score has around 48% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 67% with a 21 ACT score.

Texas A&M International University admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
21 and Above Good >67%
18 to 21 Avg + 48%-67%
16 to 18 Avg - 36%-48%
14 to 16 Reach 25%-36%
Less than 14 Low <25%
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High School Class Rank

52% of Texas A&M International University freshman are in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class and 21% are in the top ten percent.

High School Class Rank for admitted Texas A&M International University students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 20.71%
Top 25% of class 52.28%
Top 50% of class 86%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

Texas A&M International University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 4,687 3,161 7,848
Accepted 2,359 1,399 3,758
Acceptance Rate 50% 44% 48%
Enrolled 771 536 1,307
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 33% 38% 35%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Texas A&M International University is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Texas A&M International University and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Texas A&M International University Application Requirements
Test Scores Required to be considered for admission
High School GPA Not considered for admission, even if submitted
High School Class Rank Required to be considered for admission
Completion of College Preparatory Program Required to be considered for admission
Recommendations Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Texas A&M International University
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences Yes

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Texas A&M International University is fairly competitive, you have a decent chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.7 GPA, you have a good shot at getting in. An SAT score of 1010 will further improve your application. If you can get a 1110 on the SAT you will have a very good chance on getting in. Additionally a 18 on the ACT places you in a strong position.

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=226152 IPEDS survey data for Texas A&M International University.

Last updated February 24, 2024