Overview
Founded in 1925 as South Texas State Teachers College, Texas A&M University-Kingsville has grown into a comprehensive public research university and a designated Hispanic-Serving Institution serving South Texas and beyond. Renamed and integrated into the Texas A&M University System in 1993, the university built a strong reputation in engineering, agriculture, and natural resources, benefiting from its location on the historic King Ranch and its long tradition of applied research in ranch management, wildlife science, and petroleum engineering. It is particularly known for the Caesar Kleberg Wildlife Research Institute, one of the leading wildlife research programs in the nation.
At a Glance
| Type | Public |
| Location | Kingsville, Texas |
| Founded | 1925 |
| Total students | 8,500 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 20:1 |
| Acceptance rate | 72% |
| Graduation rate | 45% |
| Average starting salary | $52,000 |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $9,500 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $21,000 |
| Room & board | $10,200 |
| Average financial aid | $12,000 |
| Students receiving aid | 88% |
Admissions
| SAT range | 900-1090 |
| ACT range | 16-21 |
| Average GPA | 3.20 |
| Regular deadline | August 1 |
Top Programs
- Mechanical Engineering
- Agriculture & Wildlife Sciences
- Petroleum Engineering
- Nursing
- Criminology
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.