MAKE A MOVE TO THE ISLAND UNIVERSITY
FOR TRANSFER STUDENTS
DISCOVER THE ISLAND UNIVERSITY A learning destination like no other. As an Islander, you will enjoy opportunities for unique, hands-on learning with award-winning professors, and chances to make an impact in over 150 clubs and student organizations. Earn your degree from a top-rated program in one of our 7 academic colleges. Our online orientation helps make a smooth transition by preparing you for Texas A&M-Corpus Christi’s educational opportunities. We also provide information on our excellent student services designed to help you succeed and introduce you to the rich diversity of our academic environment.
BECOME AN ISLANDER
LIFE ON THE ISLAND IS AN EXPERIENCE YOU WON’T FORGET.
APPLICATION CHECKLIST: Complete the online application at applytexas.org Submit the $40 application fee ($75 for international students) Submit your official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended APPLICANTS WITH LESS THAN 24 HOURS ALSO NEED: High school transcript SAT/ACT scores SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION: TSI Assessment Bacterial Meningitis vaccine
Submit your FAFSA at fafsa.gov. TAMU-CC school code #011161.
PRIORITY APPLICATION DATES • Fall Semester: March 1 • Spring Semester: December 1 • Summer Semester: May 1
TRANSFER REQUIREMENTS 24 credit hours 2.0 cumulative GPA TRANSFER ADMISSION
TRANSFER CREDIT
Obtaining automatic admission to the University holds no extra conditions for applicants, though additional requirements may exist for those pursuing certain degree programs (e.g. Nursing).
Most college-level courses with a grade of “C” or better will transfer. Developmental courses will not count toward a degree plan.
TRANSFER SCHOLARSHIPS Scholarship
Yearly Value
GPA and Minimum Requirements
Student Transfer Educations Program Scholarships (STEP A)
$4,000
3.50 GPA and 30 transferable hours
Student Transfer Educations Program Scholarships (STEP B)
$2,000
3.00 GPA and 30 transferable hours
Phi Theta Kappa (requires PTK membership)
$1,000
3.50 GPA and full-time status
*Scholarships listed above may be awarded up to two years.
Visit scholarships.tamucc.edu or call 361.825.3703 for a complete list of scholarships available for transfer students. Deadline to apply is March 1.
OUR CAMPUS HOUSING OFFERS FABULOUS VIEWS AND LEARNING COMMUNITIES THAT HELP YOU FEEL AT HOME. YOU CAN FIND OPPORTUNITIES TO VOLUNTEER, PARTICIPATE IN RECREATIONAL SPORTS, CHEER ON OUR NCAA DIVISION I TEAMS AND MUCH MORE!
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ISLANDERS STUDENT-TO-FACULTY RATIO
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NCAA DIVISION I SPORTS
PHI THETA KAPPA TRANSFER HONORS SOCIETY Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi houses the only PTK alumni chapter in South Texas and joins a list of top colleges and universities that are creating a dynamic pathway to support students as they transfer from community college to a four-year institution. Phi Theta Kappa is the world's largest and most prestigious honor society for two-year college students. Members of our Epsilon of Texas Alumni Association work diligently to uphold national hallmarks through scholarship, leadership, service, and fellowship.
SCHEDULE A VISIT The Islander Welcome Center is open throughout the week and select Saturdays to provide customized tours, maps, and admissions information. Call 361.825.8687 (TOUR) or visit tour.tamucc.edu to schedule a visit. Get started now and check out our virtual tour of campus at virtualtour.tamucc.edu!
TRANSFER THURSDAY Join us every first Thursday of the month for a transfer exclusive event. Explore the island during your personalized campus tour, connect with representatives across the university, and receive the assistance you need for a seamless transition. Contact us at transfer@tamucc.edu for more information.
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STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS
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DEGREES Offering more than 85 bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees, the Island University has proudly provided a solid academic curriculum, renowned faculty, and highly-rated degree programs since 1947.
*Online degree available For more information on Island University degrees and minors offered, visit tamucc.edu/academics
University College Applied Arts and Sciences ............................................................... BAS University Studies ........................................................................ BA, BS
College of Liberal Arts Art ......................................................................................................... BA, BFA Communication Studies ...........................................................................BA Criminal Justice ............................................................................................. BS English...............................................................................................................BA Graphic Design .............................................................................................BA History...............................................................................................................BA Media Arts ......................................................................................................BA Music ......................................................................................................... BA, BM Philosophy ......................................................................................................BA Political Science.............................................................................................BA Psychology* ...................................................................................................BA Sociology .........................................................................................................BA Spanish ............................................................................................................BA Theatre ............................................................................................................BA
College of Business Accounting* .......................................................................................... Economics ............................................................................................. Finance* ................................................................................................... General Business* .............................................................................. Management* ....................................................................................... Management Information Systems ............................................. Marketing* ............................................................................................. Also available on the RELLIS campus
BBA BBA BBA BBA BBA BBA BBA
Undergraduate Certificates Entrepreneurship & Innovation International Business College of Education and Human Development Interdisciplinary Studies (Teacher Education) ........................ BSIS Kinesiology................................................................................................ BS Teacher Certification Early Childhood to Grade 6 CORE Subjects Bilingual CORE subjects
Undergraduate Certificates Advanced Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL) Dance Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL) Spanish/English Translation Writing for Nonprofits College of Nursing and Health Sciences Nursing* .................................................................................... BSN, RN/BSN Healthcare Administration .................................................................. BSHA
Grades 4-8 English Language Arts and Reading Mathematics Science Social Studies
College of Science and Engineering Atmospheric Sciences.............................................................................. Biology ......................................................................................................... Biomedical Sciences ................................................................................. Civil Engineering ....................................................................................... Clinical Laboratory Science .................................................................. Chemistry...................................................................................................... Computer Science .................................................................................... Electrical Engineering .............................................................................. Environmental Science ........................................................................... Geographic Information Science ......................................................... Geology ......................................................................................................... Industrial Engineering .............................................................................. Mathematics ................................................................................................ Mechanical Engineering ........................................................................ Mechanical Engineering Technology* ................................................ Physics............................................................................................................
Grades 7-12 English Language Arts and Reading History Life Science Mathematics Physical Science, 6-12 Social Studies Speech Communication Early Childhood to Grade 12 Art Music Physical Education Spanish Special Education Theatre
Undergraduate Certificates UAS Applications Certificate
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GET AWAY TO ISLAND DAY Spend the day with us at one of our Island Day campus preview events. • Tour the campus • Learn about our exceptional academic programs • Meet our faculty and current students • Get help with your application and financial aid forms • Find out about student services • Check out on-campus housing Visit islandday.tamucc.edu to reserve your spot for one of the following dates:
OCTOBER 17, 2020
FEBRUARY 6, 2021
NOVEMBER 21, 2020
MARCH 27, 2021