Cockrell School of Engineering

The Cockrell School of Engineering attracts international students due to some standout qualities such as climate, music, arts, various kinds of cultural activities, and many others. The school holds a major position in the technology hub and job market.  

The school focuses not just on inside education but education outside the classrooms also. There are 80+ engineering student organizations that provide an outlet for every engineering interest, and community for students of every background.   

The school celebrates the night before the 1st day of the fall semester. Gone to Engineering is a celebration of new students and the beginning of a new academic year.   

Both the Texas A&M University College of Engineering and Cockrell School of Engineering are highly ranked for their educational programs, enrollment, value and research expenditures. 

According to U.S. News & World Report Rankings,  

• The Cockrell School of Engineering ranks #7 for graduate programs while Texas A&M University, College of Engineering ranks #9 for graduate programs. 

• The Cockrell School of Engineering ranks #10 for undergraduate programs while Texas A&M University, College of Engineering ranks #9 for undergraduate programs. 

Some of the best undergraduate Engineering program rankings are: 

 Some of the best graduate Engineering program rankings are: 

Texas Engineering students have higher chances for jobs in Engineering, Technology, and many other fields. Students enter the workforce with a degree from a nationally ranked top 10 Engineering school and exceptional starting salaries. They are supported throughout their careers by the University of Texas' large and growing network of alumni and industry partners. 

• 93% of Texas Engineering undergraduates are employed or attend graduate school upon graduation 

• USD 86K+ (?73.70L+) is the average starting salary for B.S. graduates 

• 1500+ employers recruit Texas Engineering students every year 

• Internships are provided at higher level even during the undergraduate 

The Cockrell School of Engineering is known for its best Petroleum Engineering program.  

• According to US News and World Report 2024-2025 Undergraduate School Rankings, Petroleum Engineering is ranked #2 among more than 300 accredited engineering schools exist nationwide. The overall ranking of the undergraduate program is #10 (U.S. News and World Report).  

• According to U.S. News & World Report 2025-2026 Graduate School Rankings, Petroleum Engineering is ranked #1 among approximately 200 Engineering schools who offer advanced degrees. The overall ranking of the graduate program is #7 (U.S. News and World Report). 

• USD 104,539 (?89.57L) is the average starting salary package for Petroleum Engineering. 

According to Calculus Readiness Requirement, international students are required to submit not just ACT but other requirements also. 

The following will count as readiness for admissions purposes:                 SAT Math score of 620 or above  ACT Math score of 26 or above

The other requirements are Advanced Placement (AP), Calculus AB or BC, International Baccalaureate (IB), Official high school/ university transcript showing credit for a Calculus I (or higher) course with a grade of B or higher. 

Please Note: Make sure to have SAT, ACT, AP or IB scores sent to University of Texas at Austin if international students are planning to use their test scores as proof of calculus readiness. If international students are using earned college credit, then the university will need their official college transcript showing the credit.