A new way to tour A&M
A typical A&M tour can feel impersonal, leaving you with more questions than answers. You’re just a face in the crowd following a scripted tour led by a guide the school assigns you.
SchoolScoops offers private Texas A&M University tours tailored to your interests. Choose your own A&M student tour guide and enjoy a personalized campus visit where you'll get candid answers to your questions.
SchoolScoops is the more personal way to tour Texas A&M University
Private and personalized A&M tours
On a traditional Texas A&M University campus tour you’re just a number in a big group. With SchoolScoops, you can book a private Texas A&M University tour led by a real A&M student, giving you a personalized campus visit and the chance to ask all the questions that are important to you.
Choose your own tour guide
Unlike a traditional Texas A&M University campus tour, SchoolScoops lets you choose your own tour guide. Whether you want to meet an engineering major, a student-athlete or a fellow transfer student, you'll get authentic insights and advice from someone who truly gets you.
No scripts, just scoops
Traditional Texas A&M University campus tours are essentially a sales pitch—the tour guide works for the school and their job is to show you the highlights. SchoolScoops guides don’t work for their school, so there’s no sales pitch—just honest, unfiltered advice about the A&M experience.
Find out if A&M is the school for you
Choosing where to go to college is a major decision and a huge investment. A private A&M tour helps you decide if Texas A&M University is the right fit for your academic goals, career ambitions and college experience.
Can't make it to campus?
Book a 1-on-1 video chat with an A&M student for personalized insights. Learn about academics, campus culture, and College Station life without leaving home.
Book a video chat
Real feedback on student-led campus tours
Get to know Texas A&M University
Texas A&M University is a premier public land-grant university that fosters academic excellence in engineering, agriculture, business, and sciences, rooted in a commitment to practical education, leadership development, and service to the state and nation.
Overview
Texas A&M University, founded in 1876, is a public land-grant university located in College Station, Texas. It offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs across its 17 colleges and schools.
Size
Texas A&M University has a total enrollment of approximately 79,114 students, with 61,442 undergraduates and 17,672 graduate and professional students as of Fall 2024.
Acceptance rate
Texas A&M University has an acceptance rate of about 63%. For admitted students who submitted test scores, half had an SAT score between 1150-1370 or an ACT score of 25-31. Texas A&M does not offer an Early Decision option, but its College of Engineering has an Early Action deadline.
Cost
For the 2024-2025 academic year, Texas A&M University's estimated undergraduate tuition and fees are approximately $9,500 for Texas residents and $24,000 for non-residents, with graduate program tuition varying by school and program. Roughly 71% of undergraduates receive some form of financial aid, with the average aid package for recipients around $24,300.
Ranking
According to U.S. News & World Report, Texas A&M University is ranked #47 out of 436 National Universities. The rankings are based on widely accepted indicators of academic excellence, including graduation rates, faculty resources, and student outcomes.
Academics
Texas A&M University offers over 130 undergraduate degree programs and more than 270 graduate and professional degrees across its 17 colleges and schools. With a student-to-faculty ratio of 19:1, the university combines extensive academic offerings with opportunities for meaningful faculty interaction.
Traditions
Texas A&M University is known for its rich traditions, including the Midnight Yell, the 12th Man spirit, Silver Taps, Muster, and the Fightin’ Texas Aggie Band. These time-honored events foster deep camaraderie and pride among students and alumni.
Campus landmarks
Texas A&M University’s most iconic landmarks include the Albritton Bell Tower, the Academic Building with its distinctive dome, Kyle Field, the Bonfire Memorial, the Century Tree, and the Corps of Cadets Quad—each reflecting the university’s storied history and proud traditions.
Student body
While many Texas A&M students come from within Texas, the university also attracts a growing number of out-of-state and international students, with strong representation from states like California, Florida, and Georgia, as well as countries around the world.
Become a SchoolScoops guide
In college? Earn $40/hour hosting 1-on-1 campus tours and video chats with future students.
Become a guideYour Texas A&M questions, answered
What does A&M stand for?
Originally, A&M stood for "Agricultural and Mechanical," reflecting the university's initial focus as an agricultural and mechanical college. Today, while it retains the name, "A&M" no longer officially stands for those words but is a symbolic part of the university's identity.
What are the admission requirements for Texas A&M?
Admission to Texas A&M is competitive and holistic, considering factors like high school GPA, class rank, SAT/ACT scores (though test-optional policies may apply), essays, and extracurricular activities. Specific requirements can vary by college and major.
What is the Corps of Cadets at Texas A&M?
The Corps of Cadets is a vital and unique part of Texas A&M, representing the largest uniformed body of students outside the federal service academies. It is a voluntary leadership development program focused on instilling values like discipline, leadership, and service, with many members commissioning into the military.
What is campus life like at Texas A&M?
Campus life at Texas A&M is characterized by strong traditions, a sense of community, and numerous student organizations. Students actively participate in yells, attend sporting events, and engage in a wide array of clubs, fostering a unique and spirited "Aggie Network."
What are the popular majors at Texas A&M?
Popular majors at Texas A&M consistently include various engineering disciplines, agriculture and life sciences, business administration, and liberal arts programs. The university offers a broad range of highly-regarded academic fields.
What is the 12th Man tradition at Texas A&M?
The 12th Man is a cherished Texas A&M tradition where every student stands for the entire duration of football games, ready to enter the game if needed. It originated in 1922 when E. King Gill stood ready to play, symbolizing the willingness of every Aggie to support their team.
Where is Texas A&M University located?
The main campus of Texas A&M University is located in College Station, Texas. It also has branch campuses in Galveston, Texas (Texas A&M University at Galveston) and Doha, Qatar (Texas A&M University at Qatar).
How do I take an admissions tour of Texas A&M?
You can explore Texas A&M University's campus through various tours. The main way is via guided walking tours offered by the Office of Admissions, and you'll typically need to make reservations on their official website.
Does Texas A&M offer private campus tours?
Yes, through SchoolScoops, you can book a private campus tour led by a student guide of your choice.
Interested in other schools?
SchoolScoops also offers tours and video chats at many other schools
Search schools