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Texas A&M University-Central Texas

#1501 in US ranking Killeen, TX
Type:
Public
Programs:
4 years or more

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Cost

Cost / year
$17,125
Tuition & fees
$7,362
Avg. aid
$7,671
Receiving aid
100%

Admissions

Acceptance rate
100%

Outcomes

Median salary
$49,184
1 yr after graduation

What is the accreditation of Texas A&M University-Central Texas?

Texas A&M University-Central Texas is institutionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, known as SACSCOC, to award bachelor's and master's degrees. This accreditation applies to the university as a whole; it is distinct from any approval or accreditation attached to an individual professional program.

Institutional accreditation is important for eligibility to participate in federal student aid programs. It does not, by itself, guarantee that another college will accept every transfer course or that a graduate will meet a profession's licensing rules. Applicants considering regulated fields such as teaching, nursing, or social work should check their specific program's current approval or accreditation and the requirements of the state where they intend to practice.

What are the admission requirements at Texas A&M University-Central Texas?

Admission requirements depend on whether an applicant is entering college for the first time, transferring, or seeking a graduate degree. Applicants should use the university's current admissions instructions for their category rather than assume that its historically transfer-focused requirements apply to freshmen.

First-time undergraduate applicants should be prepared to document high school completion or an equivalent credential and submit the academic records requested in the application process. For the 2024-25 reporting period, institutional admissions data did not identify SAT or ACT scores, high school rank, recommendations, or an essay as general requirements for entering students. A particular program or applicant circumstance can still call for additional documentation. Applicants educated in another language should check the university's current English-proficiency rules; an English test requirement appears in institutional admissions reporting.

Of 62 reported first-time, degree-seeking applicants, 62 were admitted and 41 enrolled. That 100% admission rate describes a small applicant pool, not an open-admissions policy or a promise of admission to future applicants. Graduate applicants must follow the requirements of their intended program, which may include separate academic or professional criteria.

What are the application fees and waivers at Texas A&M University-Central Texas?

Applicants should verify the current application charge for their admission category before submitting an application. An application fee is separate from tuition, course charges, and any later enrollment or orientation expense.

Fee and waiver rules can vary by application route and applicant status. Anyone who needs a waiver should check the university's admissions or application instructions before paying: a waiver that must be approved in advance may not be available as a refund afterward. Military education benefits and financial aid eligibility should not be assumed to waive an application charge automatically.

What types of ROTC programs are available at Texas A&M University-Central Texas?

Army ROTC is reported as an option associated with Texas A&M University-Central Texas. Students interested in a commission should confirm the current unit arrangement, where military-science classes and physical training take place, and how ROTC coursework fits their degree plan.

ROTC participation and an ROTC scholarship are not the same thing. Scholarships have separate eligibility and selection rules, and a commissioning path carries military obligations. Applicants seeking Air Force or Navy ROTC should not assume those branches are offered on this campus; any cross-enrollment arrangement needs confirmation with the relevant ROTC program.

What are the requirements for transfer students at Texas A&M University-Central Texas?

Transfer admission is a major route into Texas A&M University-Central Texas. Applicants generally need to submit an undergraduate application and official transcripts from the colleges they have attended; admission eligibility and the number of credits that satisfy a particular degree are separate decisions.

The university generally accepts transferable work from accredited institutions and reports considering several forms of assessed credit, including CLEP, DSST/DANTES, and credit informed by American Council on Education recommendations. Acceptance of a credit source does not mean every exam or prior-learning credit will fulfill a student's major requirements. Applicants can pursue entry in fall, spring, or summer, subject to the applicable admissions and program deadlines.

Before committing to a transfer plan, students should request an official evaluation and compare it with the current degree requirements. In particular, they should ask which courses satisfy general education, which count toward the major, and how many credits must be completed through Texas A&M University-Central Texas. These questions matter most for tightly sequenced programs and for students transferring substantial prior coursework.

What types of study abroad programs are available at Texas A&M University-Central Texas?

Students interested in study abroad should confirm which international programs Texas A&M University-Central Texas currently approves for their degree. The availability of a trip or external program does not establish that its courses will count toward graduation.

The practical first step is to obtain academic approval for proposed courses and ask how financial aid, scholarships, travel expenses, and any program fees would be handled. This is especially important for transfer students, whose remaining degree requirements may leave limited room for elective credit.

Texas A&M University-Central Texas Admissions Factors

Acceptance rate
100%

Acceptance rate vs. median

This school
100%
Texas
84%
US
78%

66% of admitted students enrolled (41 of 62)

Texas A&M University-Central Texas Admissions

Applicants
Total: 62
Admission
Total: 62
Enrolled
Total: 41
Women
Men

How to Apply to Texas A&M University-Central Texas

Early Decision

No

Early Action

No

Texas A&M University-Central Texas First-Year Students

Where first-year students come from

In-state: 46
Out-of-state: 1

Freshmen vs. transfer students

Freshmen: 47
Transfer: 398

Texas A&M University-Central Texas Admission Requirements

Secondary school GPA

Neither required nor recommended

Secondary school rank

Neither required nor recommended

Secondary school record

Neither required nor recommended

Completion of college-preparatory program

Neither required nor recommended

Recommendations

Neither required nor recommended

Formal demonstration of competencies

Neither required nor recommended

Admission test scores

Neither required nor recommended

TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language

Required

Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.)

Neither required nor recommended

Open admission policy

No

Dual credit

No

Credit for life experiences

Yes

Advanced placement (AP) credits

Yes

Special learning opportunities

Orientation program

Yes

Disabilities services

Yes

ROTC-Army

ROTC branch unit on campus

Study abroad

Yes

Weekend/evening college

Yes

Student can complete their preparation in certain areas of specialization

Yes

Preparation at another institution required

No

Approved by the state for initial certification or licensure of teacher

Yes

Texas A&M University-Central Texas Transfer Acceptance Rate

Generally accepts credits

Yes

Accept ACE recommendation for credit

Yes

Possible transfer

Fall, Spring, Summer

Data last updated on November 2, 2026

Data sources: IPEDS 2024-25, Peterson 2026, College Scorecard 10/2026, Clery 2024 (2023-24), OpenAlex 2026

Figures on this profile come from federal and third-party datasets in the editions listed above and are refreshed periodically, so they may differ from what the institution currently reports. Confirm costs, deadlines and requirements with the school before making decisions.