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A&M-Texarkana Admission Requirements

Texarkana, Texas

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Your chances of getting into Texas A & M University Texarkana

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

96%
Admission Difficulty for Texas A & M University Texarkana
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Easy 
Applicant Competition Very Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at A&M-Texarkana is 96%.  Its admission rate is the 64th lowest in Texas.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into A&M-Texarkana and can you get accepted?

Texas A & M University Texarkana is an easy school to get into and you have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 1,614 out of the 1,681 who applied were admitted.

The school has easy admission requirements, generally admitting students who can score in the top 77 percent on standardized admission tests. Texas A & M University Texarkana typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.39. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 14% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into A&M-Texarkana?

96% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Texas A & M University Texarkana you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.39 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Score 1000 on the SAT
  • Score 21 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top half of your high school class

A&M-Texarkana GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.39

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Texas A & M University Texarkana?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into A&M-Texarkana are to have around a 3.39 high school GPA. You are required to have above average high school grades.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.39 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as A&M-Texarkana accepts 96% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at A&M-Texarkana is 3.39 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B+ letter grades and regularly score around 87-89 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #39 in Texas for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since A&M-Texarkana is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.4 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted Texas A & M University Texarkana students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 0% Good
3.75 to 3.99 22.27% Good
3.50 to 3.74 21.36% Avg +
3.25 to 3.49 20.45% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 22.73% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 10.91% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 1.82% Reach
1.00 to 1.99 0.45% Reach
less than 1.00 0% Reach

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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A&M-Texarkana SAT Scores

Test Optional

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Texas A & M University Texarkana. If you submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 34% of students submitted SAT scores and 57% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

850-1150

Applicants Submitting SAT 

34%
SAT Scores for Texas A & M University Texarkana
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 420
Math 25th Percentile 430
Composite 25th Percentile 850
SAT Scores for Texas A & M University Texarkana
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 560
Math 75th Percentile 590
Composite 75th Percentile 1150
Average SAT Score 1000

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Texas A & M University Texarkana?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at A&M-Texarkana is 1000 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 850-1150. Students who get into Texas A & M University Texarkana score in the top 85 percent of all SAT test takers..  A&M-Texarkana ranks #49 in the state of Texas for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1000 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. A&M-Texarkana regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 850 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 850, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 700, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Texas A & M University Texarkana is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "considered but not required".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1000 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1000, you have around a 96% chance of being admitted. A 1150 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 98% chance of getting in.

Texas A & M University Texarkana admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1150 and Above Good >98%
1000 to 1150 Avg + 96%-98%
850 to 1000 Avg - 93%-96%
700 to 850 Reach 87%-93%
Less than 700 Low <87%
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A&M-Texarkana ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

17-25 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

57%
ACT Scores for Texas A & M University Texarkana
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 15
Math 25th Percentile 6
Composite 25th Percentile 17
ACT Scores for Texas A & M University Texarkana
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 24
Math 75th Percentile 7
Composite 75th Percentile 25
Average ACT Score 21

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into A&M-Texarkana?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to A&M-Texarkana is 21, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 17 and 25.  The school ranks #28 in Texas for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 21. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 17 and score in the score in the top 69 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 13.

57 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Texas A & M University Texarkana.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Texas A & M University Texarkana is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "considered but not required".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into A&M-Texarkana for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 21 score has around 96% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 98% with a 25 ACT score.

Texas A & M University Texarkana admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
25 and Above Good >98%
21 to 25 Avg + 96%-98%
17 to 21 Avg - 93%-96%
13 to 17 Reach 87%-93%
Less than 13 Low <87%
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High School Class Rank

71% of Texas A & M University Texarkana freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 32% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Texas A & M University Texarkana students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 12.02%
Top 25% of class 32.21%
Top 50% of class 71%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

Texas A & M University Texarkana admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 1,007 674 1,681
Accepted 967 647 1,614
Acceptance Rate 96% 96% 96%
Enrolled 127 103 230
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 13% 16% 14%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Texas A & M University Texarkana is $30.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Texas A & M University Texarkana and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Texas A & M University Texarkana Application Requirements
Test Scores Considered but not required
High School GPA Required
High School Class Rank Required
Completion of College Preparatory Program Recommended
Recommendations Neither required nor recommended
Demonstration of Competencies Neither required nor recommended

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Texas A & M University Texarkana
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences Yes

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Texas A & M University Texarkana is lightly competitive to get into, you have a very good chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.39 GPA, you are almost certain to getting in. Combining this with an SAT score of 1000 and ACT of 21 will almost guarantee your admission.

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=224545 IPEDS survey data for Texas A & M University Texarkana.

FAQs

Does Texas A & M University Texarkana prefer SAT or ACT?

34% of students submit their SAT scores to A&M-Texarkana. 57% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.

What is my chance of getting into Texas A & M University Texarkana?

96% of those who apply are granted admission to A&M-Texarkana. Admission competition is and the college has easy admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.

What SAT score is required for Texas A & M University Texarkana?

The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 850 and 1150. The average SAT score is 1000. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.

What ACT score is required for Texas A & M University Texarkana?

The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 17 and 25. The average ACT score is 21. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.