Admissions criteria for Texas A&M University?

Hello everyone! I've started to zone in on Texas A&M University as one of my college choices. Can anyone provide some details on their admission requirements? I'm particularly interested in understanding their GPA expectations, required coursework, and extracurricular involvements. Thanks in advance!

Sure, I'd be happy to share some details on Texas A&M's admission requirements!

1. High School Coursework: Texas A&M requires the completion of 4 years of English, 4 years of Math (including Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, and an additional course that requires Algebra II as a prerequisite), 4 years of Science (including Biology and Chemistry, and two others, one of which must be Physics, Principles of Technology, AP Biology, AP Chemistry, or AP Physics), and 2 years of the same Foreign Language.

2. GPA: Texas A&M does not have a minimum GPA cutoff, but keep in mind that the applicant pool is competitive. According to recent data, the average admitted students had a GPA around 3.68 on a 4.0 scale.

3. Extracurricular Involvement: While Texas A&M doesn't have a strict requirement for extracurricular activities, it does value diverse involvement. The university sees value in students who exhibit leadership and participation in clubs, sports, community service, and work experiences.

4. Standardized Tests: As of the 2024-2025 application cycle, Texas A&M is still test-optional, meaning that submitting SAT/ACT scores is optional.

5. Essays: Texas A&M also requires at least one essay as part of your application. The topics are part of the ApplyTexas application.

Remember, college admissions is not just about meeting minimum criteria. They are looking for students who will contribute positively to their university. I hope this information gives you a good starting point in your application journey to Texas A&M. Good luck!