Come experience Texas A&M University-Commerce, located in the heart of Northeast Texas. A&M-Commerce is home to about 9,000 students, and with more than 100 graduate and undergraduate programs, you’re sure to find your niche here. Our small town atmosphere is a wonderful place for you to study and get involved in campus life. Explore what A&M-Commerce has to offer with a campus tour led by one of our Lion Student Ambassadors. As current students, they take great pride in showing you around campus, and providing an inside look into life in Commerce. Campus tours are offered Monday through Friday at 10:00 a.m. and at 2:00 p.m., and on Saturday at 10:00 a.m. (during the fall and spring semesters only). Tours depart from the Office of Undergraduate Admissions and Visitor Center, located on the 1st floor of the McDowell Administration Building, Room 180. To schedule a tour, please visit:
www.tamu-commerce.edu/university/visiting-commerce.asp
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A&M -Commerce has been educating the people
1894: The school moved to Commerce when the campus was destroyed by a fire. 1917: The State of Texas purchased the campus, and renamed it East Texas State Normal College.
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Since 1889,
1889: The school was founded as East Texas Normal College in Cooper.
of Texas and beyond. Founder
lives on through his creed of “ceaseless industry, fearless investigation, unfettered thought, and unselfish service to others.�
1957: The legislature recognized the university offered more than just teacher education, and changed the name to East Texas State College. 1962: Following the inauguration of the first doctoral program, the university became East Texas State University. 1996: The university joined the Texas A&M University System, and became Texas A&M University-Commerce.
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1935: The graduate program was added.
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namesake of Lion athletics, still
1923: The name changed to East Texas State Teachers College.
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William Leonidas Mayo, the
Application Requirements • Application (applytexas.org) • Official transcripts from each previous college attended • Application processing fee of $25 (non-refundable)
Students transferring with less than 21 hours will also need to submit: • Official high school transcript • ACT or SAT test scores
* Transferable General Education Core • Communications (9 semester hours) • Mathematics (3 semester hours) • Social and Behavioral Sciences (15 semester hours) • Humanities (3 semester hours) • Visual and Performing Arts (3 semester hours) • Physical Education (2 semester hours)
Students who are considered core complete at the institution which they are transferring from will be considered core complete at A&M-Commerce. International students with non-immigrant
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Be eligible for continued enrollment at all schools previously attended
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Minimum of 2.0 GPA on all coursework
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Minimum of 21 transferable credits*
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* Admission requirements may change for the fall 2009 semester. Please continue to check the website for any updates.
student visas must meet SAT/ACT score requirements, provide proof of financial support and submit TOEFEL scores of at least 500 (PBT), 173 (CBT) or 61 (IBT).
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For more information on undergraduate admissions www.tamu-commerce.edu/admissions/freshman_admission.asp
If you meet at least one of the following admission requirements, you belong here.
To be eligible for financial assistance, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Five quick steps to apply for financial aid: 1. Apply for a PIN. This will allow you to sign your FAFSA documents electronically. You and one of your parents need one. 2. Gather the information required to apply: a. Your and your parents social security information, and b. Federal tax information or tax returns. 3. Go to www.FAFSA.ed.gov and fill out the application. 4. Provide our school Code 003565. 5. Follow up on your FAFSA, and make sure everything is being processed correctly. For more information please visit: www.tamu-commerce.edu/home/finaid/
Phi Theta Kappa*
30 transferable hours, 3.0 cumulative GPA
Phi Theta Kappa-All State
30 transferable hours, 3.0 cumulative GPA
$ 2,000 ($1,000/yr. for two years)
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30 transferable hours, 3.0 cumulative GPA
$ 3,000 ($1,500/yr. for two years)
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Transfer-Academic
Amount
$ 2,000 ($1,000/yr. for two years)
*Students must submit proof of Phi Theta Kappa membership Scholarship renewal requirements: 1. The student must successfully complete a minimum of 12 credit hours each semester at A&M-Commerce. 2. Maintain 3.0 minimum semester and cumulative GPA. For additional departmental and general scholarships, fill out the University Scholarship Application.
For scholarship applications and deadlines visit: www.tamu-commerce.edu/scholarship/
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Requirements
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Scholarship
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Transfer Scholarships are available based upon academic achievement, and require the University Scholarship Application. The scholarship deadline is June 1st.
The most up to date list of majors is listed below in alphabetical order. Accounting Agribusiness Agricultural Economics Agricultural Science & Technology Animal Science
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With more than one hundred degree programs for undergraduate, graduate and professional study under the Colleges of Education and Human Services, Business and Technology and Arts and Sciences, you are sure to find what you are looking for at
A&M-Commerce.
Applied Arts and Sciences Applied Physics Art Art Direction Athletic Training
Human Resource Management
Photography Political Science
Coaching (minor only)
Industrial Technology
Pre-engineering
Journalism
Communication Arts
Pre-law
Kinesiology
Pre-veterinary Medicine
Computer Science
Liberal Studies
Plant and Soil Science
Construction Science
Management Information Systems
Professional Accountancy
Computer Information Systems
Management
Copywriting
Psychology
Criminal Justice
Marketing
Public Relations
Education
Mathematics
Radio/Television
Design Communications
Music
Sculpture
Economics
Music Education
Social Studies
English
Music Performance
Social Work
Environmental Sciences
News-Editorial
Sociology
Experimental Studies
New Media
Spanish
Finance
Painting
Special Education
Speech Communication
General Business Health Education
Sports and Recreation Management
Health Promotion
Technology Management
History
Theatre
Wildlife and Conservation Science Pre-Professional Programs:
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Industrial Engineering
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Chemistry
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Physics
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Illustration
Ceramics
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Paralegal Studies
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Business Administration
Human Performance
Allied Health, Dentistry, Medicine, Medical Technology, Nursing, Osteopathy, Pharmacy, Physical Therapy
www.tamu-commerce.edu/vpaa/MyPlan/DegreeIndex.asp
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Biological Sciences
Other non-residents Summary of Expenses
Residents of Ark., La., Okla. in counties/parishes not bordering Texas* Summary of Expenses Tuition & Fees**
$ 3,013.00
Books & Supplies
$ 600.00
Room & Board
$ 3242.00
Total
$ 6855.00
Tuition & Fees**
$ 6,733.00
Books & Supplies
$ 600.00
Room & Board
$ 3,242.00
Total
$ 10,575.00
* Residents of Arkansas, Louisiana and Oklahoma counties/parishes bordering Texas pay resident tuition.
** Based on 15 semester hours and 2008-2009 rate for tuition and fees.
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$ 3,242.00
Total
$ 6,405.00
** Based on 15 semester hours and 2008-2009 rate for tuition and fees.
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Room & Board
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$ 600.00
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Books & Supplies
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$ 2,563.00
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Tuition & Fees**
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Residency Requirements The A&M-Commerce residency requirement stipulates that all single, first-year undergraduate students must reside in university housing (residence halls), and are required to purchase a university meal plan of at least 10 meals per week. Students who would like to live at home must file a Commuter Authorization Formand be approved to live off-campus.
Meal Plans Rates (per semester) ** All meal plans come with $50 LION Cash**
Unlimited Meals per week
$ 1,342.00
14 Meals per week
$ 1,193.00
10 meals per week
$ 1,055.00
If special circumstances restrict a student from living in university housing, please contact the Residence Life office for the Commuter Authorization Form.
For the residence hall application and more information: Traditional halls include double-occupancy rooms (with a private room option), community showers, spacious lounges, and a kitchen. Berry Hall Freshman/Coed/Mayo College members
www.tamu-commerce.edu/housing
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Family Apartments All Classifications (married couples and families with children in residence) One or two bedrooms, one bathroom, living room, a nd kitchen; furnished. Limited number of unfurnished units available
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West Halls All classifications - Two bedrooms, one bathroom, living room, and kitchen; furnished New Pride Apartments All Classifications - Two or four bedrooms, one bathroom, living room, and kitchen; furnished
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On Campus Apartments
Whitley Hall- All Classification/Coed (apartment-style suites with both shared one-bedroom units and private rooms).
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Sorority Halls Women’s-all classifications. Female organization member
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Smith Hall All Classifications/Coed
Pi of Texas - Chartered in 1987
Texas A&M Commerce has a firm commitment to Phi Theta Kappa. Pi of Texas, A&M-Commerce’s Alumni Chapter was chartered in 1987. Since that time the chapter has been the recipient of numerous awards including the Most Distinguished Alumni Chapter and the Vista Award in 1993 and 1994. For more information, visit: http://orgs.tamu-commerce.edu/pioftexas/index.htm
Sam Rayburn Student Center The new Sam Rayburn Student Center has lots of areas for entertainment and activities including: • Bookstore • Food Court with all-day access featuring Einstein Brothers Deli and Grill 151 • Multiple screens in club with Buzztime Digital Games, • TV with Soundogs wireless tabletop sound system for individual listening capability • Modern gaming area
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For more information on the MRC: www.tamu-commerce.edu/reccenter
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Students also have access to the Jerry D. Morris Recreation Center. The facilities include an indoor track, basketball and racquetball courts, a 40-foot rock climbing wall, cardio and weight machines, free weights, and an outdoor pool and recreation area. The MRC also offers a variety of group fitness classes, activities and events for students throughout the year.
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For more information on campus activities: http://campusactivities.tamu-commerce.edu
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Career Services, Computing Services, Counseling Center, Diversity and Cultural Affairs, Greek Life, International Student Services, Student Organizations, and the Synergy Lab.
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At A&M-Commerce, students have access to a variety of on-campus services and fun activities geared toward improving students’ lives, including:
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PO Box 3011 Commerce, Texas 75429-3011 (903) 886-5102 (888) 868-2682