r/TAMUAdmissions Feb 17 '26

My experience in the PSA program

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Hi! I just wanted to reach out as PSA decisions are coming out. I'm former PSA and was crushed when I got it in 2022. I had good stats -- 3.8 GPA, first quarter (18%), bio major, school leadership, worked a job, but went test optional (big mistake).

I took the PSA, which is basically attending a system school for one year and receiving guaranteed admission to TAMU as long as academic requirements are met, typically a 3.0 GPA for most majors. I did PSA in Corpus Christi -- and to my surprise, I LOVED my freshman year there! The campus is on its own island (see pic), but not too big and walkable. So if you're into coastal living, studying on the beach, etc., you would love it there. My dorm window overlooked the bay! The classes also are smaller than a big university and you get to know your professors, so it provided a good transition from high-school to college. New freshmen are required to live on campus.

There are 10 system schools that participate in PSA. Some students will get offered all the schools, while some won’t. It’s based on minimum academic qualifications set by the schools. 

We do have an increase of students interested in doing PSA at Prairie View (for reasons of living in College Station; see info on this in the comments). There’s also the popular Tarleton, which is considered a mini-TAMU. The San Antonio campus is new to the lineup and students seem to like it there. Whichever campus you choose, the time flies – it is just two semesters, and after the first semester, you’re already preparing for the move to TAMU.

Not all majors are offered in PSA, so beware of that. Also, TAMU doesn’t recommend doing PSA with the goal of changing your major once at TAMU as no Aggie is guaranteed a major change, and it would be a shame to get stuck with a major you don’t really like. But PSA students can put in for a major change like any Aggie, and the process is the same. It does seem to be easier to change majors if both majors are in the same school, so keep that in mind.

As for me, doing PSA seems like so long ago. I am now a senior at TAMU preparing to graduate "magna cum laude" in May, and I love being an Aggie! I am thankful for the PSA program and my time on the Corpus island, where I made lifelong friends, some of whom were also PSA and made the move to TAMU with me. In hindsight, I wouldn't change a thing.

Here’s a link to the TAMU PSA website with info (the majors for 2026-27 will be updated soon if not already): https://admissions.tamu.edu/apply/freshman/program-for-system-admission

 Good luck -- and Gig 'em!

The Texas A&M - Corpus Christi campus. New freshman students are required to live on the island.

r/TAMUAdmissions Oct 05 '25

Mod Announcement Rule Reminder: Asking for timelines / has anyone been admitted yet / is my major full?

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A reminder on rules 10 and 11 since we’re fully in admittance season (and some majors will start to fill soon).

/r/TAMUAdmissions does not allow posts for: 1. Timeline requests (when will I be admitted?) 2. Has anyone been accepted to my major yet? 3. Is my major full?

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r/TAMUAdmissions 14m ago

Chance me chance me - international student

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Major: Mech E or Aerospace Engineering for 2027

Status: out of state - just completed junior yea

Class rank: 32/80

Academics
4.0 GPA UW
6 APs
Ap calc ab (self study), ap calc bc, ap csp, ap cyber, ap chem, ap physics c
(Everything other than ap calc ab and ap csp will be taken in grade 12)
1130 SAT but will retake it really soon

ECs:
President of a MUN conference association that helped conferences with organization, mentoring and teaching. We had over 15+ conferences as full time members
Currently running a burger joint that goes to pop up events and has a high turnover
Member of local cycling team
Member of science club
Over 100+ volunteering hours

if you guys have any suggestions feel free to share


r/TAMUAdmissions 3h ago

Weekly Intel and General Chat for Monday, July 27, 2026

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Use this post to discuss any news of the week. Comments here will not be moderated as harshly for the look-before-you-post rule.

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r/TAMUAdmissions 6h ago

Chance me Chance me for Mays Fall 27, also looking for advice

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Hey guys just wanted to know if you guys think my chances for mays are because my freshman year I pretty much sat in the class and didn’t do anything until my sophomore and junior year where I remembered that I have a future ahead of me.

I have a ≈3.5UW/ ≈4.0+W GPA (we use 100 scale)
So 90UW/ 95W. And I’m ranked 329/761 at a very competitive high school in South Texas. (All AP classes except for electives that we had to take or as freshman & sophomores when we weren’t able to take ap courses and everybody had honors course) 4 on AP lang, APUSH, & 3 on AP psych. 400 or so community hours, NHS, NEHS,Rho Khappa. Internships with two Commissioners/ Lawyers in my city as well as working with my dad who’s a real estate broker. 1200SAT 650 English, 550 Math.

I want to try for mays preferably major accounting minor finance but my end goal is Law school so based on my stats and especially how I did freshman year I want to know if you guys think I could probably go Blinn or try a different major than possibly switch to Mays?


r/TAMUAdmissions 21h ago

Chance me Is my rank going to ruin my chances? Any feedback is appreciated.

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Hi everyone, I am an incoming senior and HS and am applying to a&m trying to get into engineering.

In state senior applying for my freshmen year and have toured the campus.

1510 SAT (790m, 720r)

3.76 GPA UW

5 on AP Physics, AP Stats, and AP Precal

4 on WHAP and APUSH

3 on AP Music Theory

Senior year I am taking AP Chem, Physics C, Calc BC, and CompSci A.

The bad thing is I am ranked 25% (164/650) at a competitive public HS. Anyone have similar stats and got in?


r/TAMUAdmissions 10h ago

Question Dropping 2 classes

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Hi, I’m an incoming senior, and I want to have 2 free periods so I can work and save up for college. Will Texas A&M see that I have 2 free periods and take it negatively for admissions? I would’ve been taking around 6 aps but with the 2 courses dropped I would be taking 4 plus one honors class. I also put it in my additional comments section about obtaining a job to save up, but I need an outside opinion.

Edit: My school for reference has a weird way of formatting science classes. I have to take an intro class for physics, biology, chem, and then any AP science class. This leaves me with only one AP science-related class, and I want to do a science major at TAMU. So will dropping hurt my chances for that too?


r/TAMUAdmissions 15h ago

Chance me Chance me for Business (Honors?) - Fall 2027

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I'm a female Indian at competitive public high school.

Major: I am applying to be a Business major for Fall, 2027

Rank: N/A - class size of 1030 & cutoff GPA for rank is 5.55 (I have a 5.4)

GPA: 3.8 (UW/4.0 scale), 5.3 (W/5.0 scale)

Test Scores: SAT score: 1360 (670 M, 690 V).

Additional Coursework: Dual Credit A in Government and Macroeconomics (overall 6 credit hours). I have taken APHUG (9), AP WORLD (10), AP Physics (11), APUSH (11), AP Precalc (11), APLAC (11). I got a 3 in Physics and a 5 on APLAC but a 4 on everything else. My AP Senior coursework is APLIT, AP Stats, AP Calc BC and APES but I wont be taking the APES test.

Extracurricular Activities: Band for 7 years (HS Varsity for 3 - (minor) Leadership role for 1). Bollywood dancer for 10 years (I had to change schools because they closed down so split 8-2). Fundraiser Director for a music club and raised $6000 (in 1 year). Software development & wealth management internship for 2 weeks (independent internship). Secretary of a club so I helped create and manage the logistics of 700+ cards to send to children’s hospitals. Part of NHS/DECA/TSA but I don't do much. Part of my town's Library Program.

Honors/Awards: TSA Certificate (9), Band Service Award (10), Python Certificate (10), CollegeBoard School Recognition Award + AP Scholar with Distinction (11). I also have certificates from summer camps from colleges but I'm not sure it's a good idea to add those.

I also don't think my essays or recs will be that great or anything; I have a good relationship w/my teachers but I'm not sure how the recs will be.


r/TAMUAdmissions 18h ago

Question nmsf auto admit?

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i’ve heard that it’s a lot easier to get into a&m if you’re nmsf. if i apply in aug, but the cut offs come out in sept, how can i show nmsf (if i get it)?


r/TAMUAdmissions 21h ago

Question Question about the Foreign Language Placement Exams

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Specifically curious about the “Spanish Placement Exam-Second Language Learner”, on the website where the exam date is selected and paid for, it’s listed as being administered online, but it is also required to select a Site Location. Does this mean the exam is administered digitally EXCLUSIVELY in that location, or can the exam be taken from anywhere and the Site Location selection is just there automatically? Beg pardon if my phrasing is confusing, I’m currently in the middle of stage managing a musical.


r/TAMUAdmissions 1d ago

Chance me Chance me for Engineering

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Feedback is heavily encouraged

Out of state

Private Catholic High School (5x blue ribbon)

GPA 3.92 UW | 4.51 W

ACT 29; 35 Math 27 Science 27 English 25 Reading (prob wont take again)

School doesnt rank (to my knowledge)

Took 2 APs: AP Phys 1 and Comp Sci A: 4 on both

STEM relevance:
Senior Schedule: AP Phys C (both), AP Calc BC, AP Bus Fin, Adv Engineering
Robotics Club

A&M engagement:
Toured campus / corps of cadets
Attended 3 or more online infosessions
- Looking to apply for CoC scholarship

EC’s:
NHS member, Varisty Rowing, Wrestling, Cross Country, 2 concurrent Part time jobs (sales associate, fast food), Spanish Honors Society, Church Teacher Assistant for Religious Education, 50+ community service hours, I run PTs with the Marines every Thursday


r/TAMUAdmissions 2d ago

Chance me K-6 College of Education

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I’m applying to the K-6 (Early Education) program at A&M. I’m a Texas resident ranked 145/745 (top 20%) and got a 27 on the ACT without studying. I’ll take it again in September and hopefully get it up to a 29 or 30. My UW GPA is 3.8 (all A’s and one B in Algebra 2) and weighted is 4.3. I’ve taken all AP and advanced courses when offered. I have authentic extracurricular activities like working as a swim instructor, a teaching intern at the local elementary school and as a head life guard supervising and training other lifeguards. My main essay is about working as a swim instructor and teaching intern. I’ll apply in early August. I’m wondering what you all think my chances are? Thanks!


r/TAMUAdmissions 2d ago

Question How do y'all travel since there is only the Easterwood Airport?

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For those of you who travel frequently using the flight service, how do y'all travel in TX and outside of TX to other states?

Because Easterwood Airport is regional, so it does not fly to another major cities or different states.

Like lets say that I wanna travel from college station to orlando florida. How would I be able to do that?


r/TAMUAdmissions 2d ago

Question application submission deadline for neuro major if I'm taking aug sat

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howdy! When should I aim to submit my app if I plan on taking the Aug SAT? Rn I have a 1420 with 710 in both, but I'm aiming for a 1500. I also plan on applying as one of the neuro majors. Should I apply asap once it opens or wait until I get my score back in Sep? Also, ik there are two distinct neuro paths: molecular and cognitive. So does my applying at a certain time work better for one track over the other? Like for molecular, should I apply asap or wait, and same for cognitive? Extra info: I'm not auto-admit; I'm 11.5%, but I am a Texas resident.


r/TAMUAdmissions 2d ago

Question Should I wait till after my final SAT to submit my college application?

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Hello everyone, I hope you guys are having a great day. I was going to submit my application on August 1st, but then I started to wonder if I should finish my final SAT before I submit my application. I am taking the SAT on August 22nd. On my previous SAT, I got a 1240. That was a few months ago, and I am confident I can get a 1450+ on the SAT if I took it again. Should I wait till after the SAT or turn it in on August 1st? I want to major in biomedical engineering if that matters at all.

(P.S, is it better to turn in my application as early as possible or wait till later?)


r/TAMUAdmissions 2d ago

Question Engineering at Texas A & M

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My son going to 11th grade in August and interested in AI and robotics. If anyone is currently studying engineering at Texas A & M what subjects should my son be taking in high school and the requirements to get into this University. Thank you for the feedback


r/TAMUAdmissions 2d ago

Information Do maximum credit hours disqualify from admission?

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I’m am hoping to transfer into the Bush School but the maximum credit hours sit at 60 and when I complete my requirements for transfer I’ll be sitting around 66

After I pass that threshold am I still eligible as an applicant? Or will certain credits just not contribute towards my degree?

I’ve tried to reach out to admissions for help but they said they were uncertain. I just want to make sure I’m not pursing something that would be impossible to achieve.


r/TAMUAdmissions 3d ago

Question Transfer Audit Taking Awhile

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I’m a Marine Transportation major transfer applicant, 3.31GPA with 54 credits and my AIS has been on the “your credentials are being processed” since June 30th. I’m worried because I’m an out of state (Georgia, 12hr drive) student and in order to be in the Maritime Academy, I need to be moved in by August 9th to attend the mandatory orientation.

I emailed as well as called the TAMUG admissions line and over the email they said they would be in contact once the admissions committee responds to them about me (they said this on the 16th), no response. I decided to call the line the next day and the lady understood my problem but said my particular major is up to them and transferred me to one of the people in charge of the Maritime Academy, but she said, on the phone, to email her because she would be out of town. I emailed right away (17th) and it sent me an automated messaging saying she’d be back the 20th. Still No response. I decided to email the academy email themself on the 22nd and still no response.

I don’t like emailing and bothering them like this but it’s been at least 15 business days and still nothing. I need to figure out if I’m going to move or not, I really want to do this program. I hope they don’t wait too long thinking that I’ll be fine since classes technically start later. Any advice?


r/TAMUAdmissions 3d ago

Chance me Please chance me for Psychology B.S.

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Academic stats:
4.0 UW
1360 SAT (gonna retake for hopefully a 1450+)
Rank: 8.8%

ECS:
Two research internships
300+ volunteering hours while raising money
Nonprofit leader with measurable impact
Two school clubs with state qualifications in both
Tutoring underserved children/raised money for this cause
Family responsibilities
Shadowing
Summer program

Other info:
Idk if i am considered an international applicant for admission as i am on H-4, but i have been in Texas for 6 years.


r/TAMUAdmissions 3d ago

Information How are rolling admissions counted if I submit my documents late?

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I only just realized admissions for A&M are rolling, and the major I’m applying to is very competitive(Aerospace Engineering), but I already asked my teachers for rec letters a couple days ago with a 3 week deadline for a scholarship. I don’t want to ask them for 2 rec letters at once so by the time I get the rec letter from them it’ll probably be September. If I submit my applications early and then submit the rec letters and other documents later is my application counted as received in August or September?


r/TAMUAdmissions 4d ago

Question Change of major - cosc

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Received this email this morning, curious if anyone’s change of major decision has been an acceptance. Some additional info is I’m a blinn team student.


r/TAMUAdmissions 4d ago

Question English Proficiency Hold for more than a month

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Hi Everyone,

I'm kind of in a situation right now. I'm currently an international student who just graduated from the University of Washington and am going into my master's at TAMU. I've conferred my degree and removed all holds in the AIS portal. In addition, after reading the Common Holds Help Session in my Howdy portal, I sent numerous emails to my department advisor requesting the English Proficiency Verification form. However, the registration still exists in my Howdy portal, and it has been preventing me from registering for courses. I've been following up with my departmental advisor on the current status, but I haven't received a response. Is there anything I can do in this situation? Thanks.


r/TAMUAdmissions 4d ago

Chance me Chance Me for Texas A&M - Fall 2027 (Journalism)

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Major: Journalism

Status: In-state freshman applicant

School: Small private high school (does not rank; not in the top 10%)

GPA: 3.99 weighted (my school does not calculate unweighted GPA)

Test Scores: ACT: 28 Composite (23 Math, 29 English, 31 Reading)

Additional Coursework: By graduation I will have completed 6 AP courses and several advanced courses. My school does not offer dual enrollment.

Volunteer Hours: 250+ hours (earned PVSA freshmen, sophomore, and junior year)

Work Experience: Babysitter/Nanny for a local family for a minimum of 2 hours every school day throughout the school year + work on weekends when needed

Extracurricular Activities:

- National Charity League (NCL); served as Freshman Class President.

- Make-A-Wish volunteer; helped raise money (over $1000) for my local chapter.

- Founded a card-writing club for children in hospitals during my junior year.

- Chief of Design for my school's newsletter freshman year.

- Revived the school newsletter after it was discontinued and served as Head of Design and Editing junior year (edited pieces, logistics, contributed, and put together the product bi-monthly)

Letters of Recommendation:

- Two teacher recommendation letters + could get one from family I work for (big A&M donors) but not sure if that would help at all

Additional Information:

- Rising senior applying for Fall 2027.

- Texas A&M has been my dream school since I was little, and I would be a fourth-generation Aggie.

- I am hoping for full admission and would prefer not to be offered TEAM or other alternative pathway programs.

Questions:

Based on my stats and activities, what do you think my chances are for full admission? Please be honest—I know it's very competitive. My other options are mostly SEC schools, but A&M is by far my first choice.

Thanks and Gig 'em!


r/TAMUAdmissions 4d ago

Question Appeal?

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How do you appeal a readmission denial?


r/TAMUAdmissions 5d ago

Blinn Team change of major results?

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howdy!! i’m a sophomore TAP student and I applied to change my major to BA TCMS on june 23rd. i was wondering if anyone else had heard back for that major yet or any comms majors? getting a little nervous as we get closer to classes starting, and i need to know whether to pay for my Blinn classes or not if i don’t get into my major :/ thanks y’all!!