Official NCES IPEDS & Common Data Set Admissions Statistics (2025-2026 Cycle)
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Texas A&M University Acceptance Rate

Comprehensive admissions statistics, middle 50% SAT/ACT test score percentiles, GPA requirements, deadlines, and cost of attendance according to official NCES IPEDS and Common Data Set reports.

Official Acceptance Rate
63.3%

63 admitted per 100 applicants

Total Applicants
61,250
Undergraduate pool
Total Admitted
38,771
Offers extended
Enrolled Freshmen
12,500
Yield: 32.2%
Middle 50% SAT
1210-1390
25th-75th Percentile
Middle 50% ACT
26-31
Composite score
Average High School GPA
3.68
Unweighted 4.0 scale

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3.85
Composite SAT Score 1480
Harvard University
Institutional Acceptance Rate: 3.4%
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Estimated Admission Likelihood
6% - 10% (~2.4x baseline rate)
Reach (<35%) Target (35%-70%) Safety (>70%)
Academic Profile vs Middle 50% Benchmarks:
Your GPA vs School Avg
3.85 vs 3.98 Below Avg
Your SAT vs Mid-50%
1480 vs 1490-1580 Near 25th %
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Texas A&M Standardized Test Score Distributions

Breakdown of the 25th percentile (bottom quarter) vs 75th percentile (top quarter) of matriculated students.

SAT Middle 50% Distribution

1600 Scale
Composite Total Range 1210 – 1390
Reading & Writing (EBRW) 600 – 690
Math Section 610 – 700
Current Testing Policy Test-Optional through 2026

ACT & GPA Academic Benchmarks

36 Scale / 4.0 GPA
ACT Composite 25th Percentile 26
ACT Composite 75th Percentile 31
Average High School Unweighted GPA 3.68 / 4.00
Estimated Class Rank Top 10% of high school graduating class

Application Deadlines & Admissions Plans

Regular Decision (RD) Deadline December 1
Early Application Deadline October 15
Early Admissions Plan Type Priority Deadline
Application Fee $75 (Fee waivers accepted)

Tuition & Estimated Cost of Attendance

In-State Tuition & Fees $13,239 / year
Out-of-State Tuition & Fees $40,139 / year
Institutional Type Public research university
Official Admissions Portal Visit Texas A&M

Texas A&M University Admissions FAQ

Frequently asked questions regarding admission requirements, GPA, and test percentiles for Texas A&M.

What is the acceptance rate for Texas A&M University?

The official undergraduate acceptance rate for Texas A&M University (Texas A&M) is approximately 63.3%. For every 100 applicants, around 63 students are admitted, according to latest NCES IPEDS and Common Data Set reports.

What GPA do you need to get into Texas A&M?

Admitted students to Texas A&M typically have an average unweighted high school GPA of around 3.68 on a 4.0 scale. Most successful applicants take rigorous AP, IB, or Honors courses and rank in the top quartile of their graduating class.

What are the middle 50% SAT and ACT scores for Texas A&M?

The middle 50% SAT score range for admitted students is 1210 to 1390. For the ACT, the middle 50% composite score is 26 to 31. Scoring in the upper 75th percentile significantly increases your admissions chances.

What is the application deadline for Texas A&M University?

The regular decision application deadline for Texas A&M University is December 1. Early applicants typically submit their materials by October 15 under the Priority Deadline admissions plan.

Is Texas A&M test-optional in 2025-2026?

Texas A&M University's testing policy status: Test-Optional through 2026. Please verify program-specific requirements on the official admissions portal before submitting.