Texas A&M University

The Texas A&M University acceptance rate stands at 63% (unofficial sources), meaning out of every 100 applications, 63 students were rolled out an offer letter. This acceptance makes this university a moderately difficult university to get into. 

Mentioned below are the Texas A&M University eligibility requirements:

• Minimum GPA of  2.7 for UG, 3.0+ for PG, which varies by program

• English test with minimum scores IELTS 6.0+, TOEFL 80+

• Academic documents like official transcripts, degree certificates, WES, or NACES evaluation

• Standardized tests: SAT/ACT (optional UG), GRE/GMAT (some PG programs)

• Online application and fee payment ranging from USD 75 (INR 6.5K) to USD 90 (INR 7.8K)

• Proof of financial support and a valid passport

To be able to pay the Texas A&M University application fee online, international students can log in to the application portal, choose the option to pay the application fee during or after submission. 

Below are the online payment methods accepted by this university: 

• Credit or debit cards (Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover; a service/convenience fee applies)

• International payments through Flywire for applicants paying from outside the U.S

The Texas A&M University application process has the steps mentioned below: 

• Submit the application 
• Go to the payment section in the portal
• Select the preferred payment methods
• Enter payment details and confirm them 
• Applicants will receive a confirmation once the payment is successful

International students must apply for an F-1 visa to study in the USA in most cases. To apply to the university, the university issues a Form I-20. To apply for this visa, international students are required to submit certain important documents listed below: 

• Form I-20 (Certificate of Eligibility):
  Issued by Texas A&M University after admission and receipt of sufficient financial documentation.

• Valid Passport:
  Must be valid for at least six months beyond the intended period of stay in the U.S.

• Proof of Financial Support:
  Demonstrate ability to cover tuition, fees, and living expenses for at least one academic year. This includes bank statements or affidavits of support.

• SEVIS Fee Payment:
  Students must pay the SEVIS I-901 fee using information from Form I-20 before the visa interview.

• Student Visa Application:
  Apply for an F-1 (student) visa at the U.S. Embassy or Consulate in your home country using the I-20 form and required documents.

• Visa Interview:
  Required as part of the visa application process; bring Form I-20, a valid passport, financial documents, an admission letter, and other supporting materials.

• Travel Signature:
  For entry/re-entry to the U.S., students must have a valid travel signature on their I-20 (valid for one year).

• Health Insurance:
  Texas A&M requires proof of health insurance coverage for international students.

• Dependent Visas:
  Spouses and unmarried children under 21 may apply for F-2 visas based on the student's F-1 status.

• Maintain Status:
  Students must maintain full-time enrollment and comply with U.S. immigration regulations during their stay.