Chances of getting into Texas A & M University Kingsville
Acceptance Rate
How hard is it to get into TAMUK and can I get accepted?
The acceptance rate at TAMUK is 88%. It ranks #51 in Texas for lowest rate of acceptance. Texas A & M University Kingsville is an easy school to get into with a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission requirements. Last year, 5,546 out of 6,308 applicants were admitted.
The school has extremely easy admission requirements for SAT and ACT scores, generally admitting students who score in the top 72 percent (SAT 920/1090 ACT 17/21). Texas A & M University Kingsville typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.43. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 19% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.
The TAMUK application fee is $25 and applications are due by Aug 1.
Test Optional
Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Texas A & M University Kingsville. If you submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 54% of students submitted SAT scores and 46% submitted ACT scores for admission for the 2021/2022 academic year..
TAMUK SAT Scores
SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 25th | 460 |
| SAT Math 25th | 460 |
| SAT Composite 25th | 920 |
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 75th | 550 |
| SAT Math 75th | 540 |
| SAT Composite 75th | 1090 |
| Average SAT Score | 1010
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SAT Scores you need to get in
What are the SAT requirements for students to be admitted to Texas A & M University Kingsville?
Texas A & M University Kingsville typically prefers applicants to be in the top 74 percent of SAT test takers. The school consistently takes SAT composite scores down to 920 on a 1600 scale, below which admission should be considered a reach. We estimate some students could be accepted with SAT's as low as 830. The estimated average SAT composite for admitted freshman is 1010 out of 1600. TAMUK ranks #47 in Texas for highest average SAT composite score. 54 percent of applicants submit SAT scores to the school.
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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2020 starting classEstimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
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TAMUK ACT Scores
ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score
| ACT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 25th | 15 |
| ACT Math 25th | 16 |
| ACT Composite 25th | 17 |
| ACT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 75th | 20 |
| ACT Math 75th | 20 |
| ACT Composite 75th | 21 |
| Average ACT Score | 19
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ACT Scores needed to get accepted
What are the ACT requirements for prospective students to get into TAMUK?
Admission data indicates that TAMUK regularly accepts students with ACT's of 17 and above. Successful applicants typically send ACT scores in the top 69 percent nationally. We estimate the school accepting minimum ACT composite scores around 15 in some instances. Prospective students submitting an ACT composite of 19 or higher should be in the upper half of applicants - and students with a 21 and above have very competitive chances. The school ranks #46 in Texas for highest average ACT composite score. 46 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Texas A & M University Kingsville.
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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2020 starting classEstimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score
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TAMUK GPA
Estimated GPA Requirements & Average GPA
What GPA do you need to get into Texas A & M University Kingsville?
Applicants require above average high school grades to get into TAMUK. The average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at Texas A & M University Kingsville was 3.43 on the 4.0 scale indicating that primarily B+ students are accepted and ultimately attend. The school ranks #32 in Texas for highest average GPA. If your high school grades are above the average 3.43 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as TAMUK accepts 88% of all applicants.
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GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2021
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High School Class Rank
73% of Texas A & M University Kingsville freshman were in the top half of their high school graduating class.
| High School Class Rank | Freshmen Within Range |
|---|---|
| Top 10% of class | 16% |
| Top 25% of class | 43% |
| Top 50% of class | 73% |
Applying
Admission Statistics
| Women | Men | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applied | 3,436 | 2,872 | 6,308 |
| Accepted | 3,063 | 2,483 | 5,546 |
| Acceptance Rate | 89% | 86% | 88% |
| Enrolled | 496 | 559 | 1,055 |
| Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) | 16% | 23% | 19% |
Fall 2022 Application Deadline
Applications are Due
Days left to Apply
Applicants have 304 days left until the Fall 2022 term applications are due on Aug 1, 2023.
Application Fee
The cost for prospective students to apply to Texas A & M University Kingsville is $25.
Application Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to Texas A & M University Kingsville and what student information is used for admission decisions?
| Test Scores | Considered but not required |
| High School GPA | Neither required nor recommended |
| High School Class Rank | Recommended |
| Completion of College Preparatory Program | Recommended |
| Recommendations | Neither required nor recommended |
| Demonstration of Competencies | Neither required nor recommended |
Credits Accepted
| AP Credit | Yes |
| Dual Credit | Yes |
| Credit for Life Experiences | Yes |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=228705 IPEDS survey data for Texas A & M University Kingsville.
FAQs
Does Texas A & M University Kingsville prefer SAT or ACT?
54% of students submit their SAT scores to TAMUK. 46% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.
What is my chance of getting into Texas A & M University Kingsville?
88% of those who apply are granted admission to TAMUK. Admission competition is and the college has extremely easy admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.
What SAT score is required for Texas A & M University Kingsville?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 920 and 1090. 54% of students submit SAT scores when applying. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.
What ACT score is required for Texas A & M University Kingsville?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 17 and 21. 46% of students submit ACT scores when applying. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.