Texas A & M International Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Texas A & M International University is a public research university in Laredo, Texas, serving roughly 6,667 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 44.37% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $48,386 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $7,894
- 2024 Average Net Price: $3,637 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 44.37% Selective
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 6,667 82.2% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 46.47%
- Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs
- First-Generation Students: 49.2%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 0.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 35.9% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 55.5%
- Average SAT Score: 993
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 7,853
- Applicants (IPEDS): 8,309
- Room & Board: $10,826 annual estimate
Texas A & M International University: what the data shows
Common questions about Texas A & M International University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Texas A & M International University?
Texas A & M International University is located in Laredo, TX (ZIP 78041-1900).
NCES locale classification: City.
Is Texas A & M International University public or private?
Texas A & M International University is a Public institution.
How much does Texas A & M International University cost?
Published tuition: $7,894 in-state, $19,454 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $3,637.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $3,097 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $2,745 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $3,840 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $4,982 |
| $110,001+ | $10,697 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $31,576.
How hard is it to get into Texas A & M International University?
Admission rate: 44.37%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 993 and midpoint ACT 18.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Texas A & M International University?
Total enrollment: 6,667 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 7,853 students.
Graduate enrollment: 1,781 students.
About 82% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Texas A & M International University?
150%-time completion rate: 46.47%.
First-year retention: 77.8%.
What do graduates of Texas A & M International University earn?
Median earnings: $37,327 six years after entry; $48,386 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $15,000.
64.51% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Texas A & M International University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Business Administration and Management, General (359 completions)
- Psychology, General (174 completions)
- Criminal Justice/Police Science (172 completions)
- Elementary Education and Teaching (155 completions)
- Curriculum and Instruction (128 completions)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General (128 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (119 completions)
- Exercise Science and Kinesiology (81 completions)
- Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration (75 completions)
- Accounting (63 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Texas A & M International University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 44.37%; completion rate 46.47%; median earnings $48,386 at 10 years; net price $3,637. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$7,894
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Texas A & M International University was $7,894.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$3,637
2024 Value
In 2024 Texas A & M International University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $3,637.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$14,548 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$3,637 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$31,576 4-Year In-State Tuition
$77,816 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$10,826 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,270 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$19,990 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$79,960 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Texas A & M International University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
64.51% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
26.00% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Texas A & M International University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Texas A & M International University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $5,818 | $14,314 | $6,168 |
| 2014 | $6,453 | $15,129 | $4,569 |
| 2015 | $6,635 | $16,150 | $8,778 |
| 2016 | $7,016 | $16,946 | $6,429 |
| 2017 | $7,143 | $17,411 | $5,089 |
| 2018 | $7,176 | $18,064 | $4,422 |
| 2019 | $7,348 | $18,666 | $3,074 |
| 2020 | $7,683 | $18,983 | $3,908 |
| 2021 | $7,845 | $19,358 | $4,667 |
| 2022 | $7,846 | $19,382 | $4,778 |
| 2023 | $7,846 | $19,382 | $3,061 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
44.37% Acceptance Rate
8,309 Total Applicants
3,819 Students Admitted
1,382 First-Time Students Enrolled
36.19% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution is selective, accepting about half of all applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 993
ACT Average: 18
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.0 - 3.4
Estimated Median GPA: 3.20
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Texas A & M International University reported total enrollment of about 6,667 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 40% male and 60% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Hispanic or Latino (92.0%), Non-Resident Alien (5.2%), and White (1.6%). About 64.51% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 49.2% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
82.2% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Texas A & M International University in 2024 is 6,667 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 7,853 students. Graduate enrollment is about 1,781 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
77.8%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is Hispanic or Latino at 92.0%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
27.29% 100% Completion Time
46.47% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 27.29% of students graduating from Texas A & M International University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Business Administration and Management, General: 50% male / 50% female
- Psychology, General: 24% male / 76% female
- Criminal Justice/Police Science: 45% male / 55% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: Hispanic or Latino.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Texas A & M International University.
Return on Investment
$15,000 Median Student Debt
$48,386 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
31.00% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
3225.96% Return on Investment
3.1 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Texas A & M International University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 40 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Business Administration and Management, General: 359 completions
2. Psychology, General: 174 completions
3. Criminal Justice/Police Science: 172 completions
4. Elementary Education and Teaching: 155 completions
5. Curriculum and Instruction: 128 completions
6. Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 128 completions
7. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 119 completions
8. Exercise Science and Kinesiology: 81 completions
9. Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration: 75 completions
Most popular programs at Texas A & M International University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Texas A & M International University graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Texas A & M International University from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 55.5%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $9,203
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $6,589
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Texas A & M International University is a public institution located in Laredo, TX, classified as Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, Criminal Justice/Police Science. Enrollment is approximately 6,667 students. Student body composition includes Hispanic or Latino (92.0%), Non-Resident Alien (5.2%), White (1.6%). It is selective, with an admission rate of 44.37%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 993. The 150%-time completion rate is 46.47%. Approximately 64.51% of students receive Pell Grants. About 49.2% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs
Location
Laredo, TX 78041-1900
Region: Southwest
Insights and Analysis
Texas A & M International University provides educational opportunities for students seeking higher education. Prospective students should carefully evaluate all factors including costs, outcomes, and program offerings when making their enrollment decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Texas A & M International University located?
Texas A & M International University is located in Laredo, TX.
What is Texas A & M International University's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Texas A & M International University is 44.4% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 8,309 applicants and 3,819 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Texas A & M International University cost?
Reported tuition is $7,894 and average net price is $3,637 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $10,826 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Texas A & M International University?
Texas A & M International University reports undergraduate enrollment of about 7,853 students, Hispanic or Latino (92.0%), Non-Resident Alien (5.2%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Texas A & M International University?
About 49.2% of students at Texas A & M International University are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for Texas A & M International University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Texas A & M International University reports midpoint SAT about 993 and midpoint ACT about 18.
What do graduates of Texas A & M International University earn?
Median earnings are $37,327 six years after entry and $48,386 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Texas A & M International University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 46.5% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Texas A & M International University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $15,000.
Is Texas A & M International University public or private?
Texas A & M International University is a public institution located in Laredo, TX.
Is Texas A & M International University an HBCU?
No. Texas A & M International University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Texas A & M International University a tribal college?
No. Texas A & M International University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Texas college costs
- Texas colleges by ROI
- Laredo, Texas city profile
- Southwest regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Texas
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.