Admissions

Texas A&M University-Kingsville adheres to high standards of academic excellence and admits students in accordance with their level of academic preparation. A description and the requirements for each type of admission are outlined below. (NOTE: Admission to the university does not guarantee admission to an academic program.) To be considered for admission, a student needs to meet the following deadlines and complete the following steps.

Admission Deadlines

To ensure full consideration, all completed applications and documentation and other supporting materials must be in the Office of Admissions by the following deadlines:

Fall Semester -- August 15

Spring Semester -- December 15

Summer I -- May 15

Summer II -- June 15

International students should refer to the International section of this catalog for deadline information.

Freshman Admission Application Steps

  1. Submit a completed application for admission, including the $15 application fee. The Apply Texas Application is available online at www.applytexas.org.
  2. Request that an official high school transcript be sent directly to the Office of Admissions, Texas A&M University-Kingsville, MSC 128, Kingsville, TX 78363. Acceptance will be tentatively granted on the basis of a high school transcript showing at least six completed semesters and rank in class for students applying for future terms. Once a final high school transcript is received after graduation of the student, their acceptance status is subject to change.
  3. Notify the testing authority to send official copies of ACT or SAT scores directly to the Texas A&M University-Kingsville Office of Admissions. Use ACT code 4212 and SAT code 6822. Students are subject to all applicable Texas Success Initiative requirements.
  4. Students attending colleges or universities while still in high school or prior to enrolling at Texas A&M University-Kingsville must request the official college transcripts to be sent directly to the Office of Admissions.

Admission for First Semester Freshman Students

 

  1. First-semester freshmen applicants are those students who
    • Have graduated from high school or met the equivalent requirements,
      AND
      Have not attended a college or university after high school graduation and prior to their intended enrollment at A&M-Kingsville
  2. Students submitting a complete application to Texas A&M University-Kingsville as freshman applicants and who meet the following requirements will be granted automatic admission to the University.
    • Graduate under the Recommended (RHSP) or Distinguished High School Curriculum,
      OR

Students Must Meet the Texas Recommended HS Program:

SUBJECT

REQUIRED UNITS

ACCEPTABLE COURSES

English

4

College preparatory English courses

Mathematics

3

Algebra I and II and Geometry, or any mathematics course that requires these as prerequisites

Science

3

Select from Integrated Physics and Chemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Principles of Technology. No more than one credit from each area.

Social Studies

3.5

World History, World Geography, U.S. History since Reconstruction and U.S. Govt.—1/2 credit

Foreign Language

2

2 years of the same foreign language

Technology Applications

1

General computer literacy

Physical Education

1.5

Inquire with H.S. counselor

Fine Arts

1

Inquire with H.S. counselor

Economics

.5

Inquire with H.S. counselor

Health Education or Health Science Tech

.5

Inquire with H.S. counselor

Speech

.5

Inquire with H.S. counselor

 

    Present standardized test scores with corresponding high school class rank as shown in the table below.
Freshman Requirements

Class Rank

ACT
SAT

Top 10%

No Minimum

No Minimum

1 st Quarter

18

850

2 nd Quarter

19

900

3 rd Quarter

21

970

4 th Quarter

23

1050

No minimum scores required for students who rank in the top 10% of their graduating class. ACT or SAT scores, however, must be submitted.

    • Applicants who graduate from an unaccredited high school, who are home-schooled or receive a GED certificate will be assessed on an individual basis. Any student attending an unaccredited high school must submit an official high school transcript, academic records of their high school curriculum, and official ACT or SAT scores. Applicants with GEDs must submit official GED scores and ACT or SAT scores. Graduates of non-accredited programs as well as GED and home schooled applicants must have a minimum ACT of 18 or SAT of 850. Applicants should contact the Office of Admissions if they have any questions regarding high school preparation requirements.

 

Alternative Admission For Freshman

Applicants who do not meet the automatic admission requirements (2a, 2b, & 2c) may be considered for admission under the Alternative Admission Plan. For the Alternative Admission Plan, applicants must submit all documents required to the University. A personal statement detailing the applicant’s academic goals and objectives and outlining any extenuating personal or academic circumstances that may aid committee members in their review of the applications is also required. Students admitted under this plan are subject to specific enrollment conditions established by the Admission Review Committee.

Freshman-Transfer

Students applying with 12 or fewer transferable semester credits (1-12 transferable semester hours) must satisfy the following criteria:

Non-Traditional Students

For the purpose of admitting students to Texas A&M University-Kingsville, a non-traditional student is defined as an entering undergraduate student who is 25 years or older. A nontraditional student is given the option to submit ACT or SAT scores to the Admissions Office. Those choosing not to take either standardized test may be required to take a placement exam prior to enrolling. These exams are administered on campus on a regular basis. Please see “Admission Deadlines” for information concerning submission of application and supporting documentation (e.g., high school and/or college transcripts).