School Information

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Total Cost $15,995
Total Enrollment 1,774
Student-to-Faculty Ratio 12 : 1

Texas A & M University at Galveston

http://www.tamug.edu
200 Seawolf Parkway, Galveston, Texas 77554
(409) 740-4400

About TAMUG Texas Maritime Academy Ocean voyages, sailing in Galveston Bay, beachfront experiments and independent study complement the rigorous classroom experience at our island campus. The by-the-sea campus environment complements the unique curricular offerings. The atmosphere fostered by the faculty, staff and students emphasizes the intimate relationship between the University and the sea. TAMUG is recognized nationally for academic excellence. The ocean-oriented academic programs are accredited regionally and professionally. Time Magazine’s Princeton Review lists us as among the top 650 colleges in the U.S. Only 8 other public colleges in Texas are included.

General Information
Institution Type 4-year, Public
Special Learning Opportunities ROTC (Navy)
Teacher certification
Study abroad
Student Services Remedial services
Academic/career counseling service
Employment services for students
Placement services for completers
Credit Accepted Dual credit
Advanced placement (AP) credits
Religious Affiliation Not applicable
Federal Aid Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).
Degrees/Certificates Offered Bachelor's degree
Master's degree
Campus Setting City: Small
Disability Services Student 3% or less
 
School Costs

At Texas A & M University at Galveston, 59.0% percent of first-time undergrads receive financial aid, 47.0% receive grants and/or scholarships (an average of $4,813), and 43% receive loans ($7,513 on average). On-campus room and board costs about $5,676.

Taking into account total living expenses and financial aid, the average net cost of attending Texas A & M University at Galveston is $9,151 per year.

Yearly Tuition
Texas A & M University at Galveston Tuition Costs
Tuition Undergrad in State $6,818
Tuition Undergrad Out of State $15,128
Tuition Graduate in State $4,049
Tuition Graduate Out of State $9,035
Living Costs
Total Expense in State on Campus $15,995
Total Expense Out of State On Campus $24,305
 
Enrollment & Graduation Rates

In Fall 2009, 1,257 people applied to Texas A & M University at Galveston. Of the applicants, 77.0% were admitted (78.0% male & 76.0% female ) and 52.0% accepted (53.0% male and 50.0% female)

Of the 1,719 undergraduate students at Texas A & M University at Galveston, 7.0% are part-time. A majority (85.0%) of the undergrad students are under 25 years of age. And 60.0% of the 55 graduate students are part-time.

Percent of In-State Undergrads     89.0%
Full Time Retention Rate     54.0%
Part Time Retention Rates     56.0%
Four-Year Graduation Rate     19.0%
Six-Year Graduation Rate     36.0%
Overall Graduation Rate     32.0%
 
Admissions
Admissions Office Phone (409) 740-4400
Admissions Office Address 200 Seawolf Pkwy # 3026, Galveston
Admissions Transfer URL http://www.tamug.edu/admrc/Admissions/Transfer%20Admission.htm
Admissions Website http://www.tamug.edu/admrc/Admissions/FreshmanAdmission.htm (find financial aid info here)
Application Website http://www.applytexas.org/adappc/gen/c_start.WBX?s_logon_msg=Y
Application Fee $45

In order to be accepted to Texas A & M University at Galveston, you should have:

  • A High School GPA
  • A High School Record
  • SAT and ACT test scores
  • TOEFL
 
Test Scores
Texas A & M University at Galveston SAT SCORES
SAT Reading (25th Percentile) 524
SAT Reading (75th Percentile) 577
SAT Math (25th Percentile) 553
SAT Math (75th Percentile) 560
SAT Writing (25th Percentile) 488
SAT Writing (75th Percentile) 545
ACT Composite (25th Percentile) 21
ACT Composite (75th Percentile) 24
ACT English (25th Percentile) 19
ACT English (75th Percentile) 23
ACT Math (25th Percentile) 21
ACT Math (75th Percentile) 23
 
Texas A & M University at Galveston Programs
 

Number of Reported Graduates Last Year
(According to the US National Center for Education Statistics)

Program Name Certificate Associate Bachelor Master Doctorate
Biological and biomedical sciences 77
Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography 77
Business, management, marketing, and related support services 74
Business Administration and Management, General 74
Engineering 22
Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering 10
Ocean Engineering 12
Multi/interdisciplinary studies 11
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other 11
Natural resources and conservation 11 11
Fishing and Fisheries Sciences and Management 3
Water, Wetlands, and Marine Resources Management 8 11
Physical sciences 4
Oceanography, Chemical and Physical 4
Transportation and materials moving 40
Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer 40
 
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