Overview
Texas A&M University-Texarkana traces its origins to East Texas State University-Texarkana, becoming part of the Texas A&M University System in 1996 and gaining independent accreditation and its current name in 2000. The university has grown from a small upper-division institution into a comprehensive regional university offering undergraduate and graduate degrees, with its nursing program emerging as one of its most in-demand offerings due to regional healthcare workforce needs. The institution is best known for providing affordable, accessible higher education to students in the Texarkana region and surrounding rural areas of Texas and Arkansas.
At a Glance
| Type | Public |
| Location | Texarkana, Texas |
| Founded | 1971 |
| Total students | 6,500 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 18:1 |
| Acceptance rate | 72% |
| Graduation rate | 45% |
| Average starting salary | $58,000 |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $8,900 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $21,000 |
| Room & board | $9,500 |
| Average financial aid | $9,200 |
| Students receiving aid | 82% |
Admissions
| SAT range | 950-1140 |
| ACT range | 17-22 |
| Average GPA | 3.30 |
| Regular deadline | Rolling |
Top Programs
- Nursing (BSN & RN-to-BSN)
- Business Administration
- Education
- Psychology
- Criminal Justice
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.