AMERICA’S #1 COLLEGE BY THE SEA
FIND YOUR PURPOSE 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 six academic colleges. Our online and in-person 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.
EASY STEPS TO BECOME AN ISLANDER Application Checklist: Complete the online application at applytexas.org Submit the $40 application fee ($75 for international students) Submit official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended
Applicants with less than 24 transferable hours also need:
Supplemental Information:
High school transcript
TSI Assessment
SAT/ACT scores
Immunization records
Submit your FAFSA at fafsa.gov. TAMU-CC school code #011161.
PRIORITY APPLICATION DATES
TRANSFER REQUIREMENTS
• Fall Semester: March 1
24 credit hours
• Spring Semester: December 1
2.0 cumulative GPA
• Summer Semester: May 1
NOTE
Transfer Credit
Obtaining automatic admission to the University holds no extra
Most college level courses with a grade of “C” or better will transfer.
enrollment conditions for applicants. Additional requirements may
Developmental courses will not count towards a degree plan.
exist for those pursuing certain degree programs (e.g. Nursing).
TRANSFER SCHOLARSHIPS Scholarship
Yearly Value
GPA and Minimum Requirements
Student Transfer Education Program Scholarships (STEP A) Student Transfer Education Program Scholarships (STEP B) Phi Theta Kappa (requires PTK membership)
$4,000
3.50 GPA and 30 transferable hours
$2,000
3.50 GPA and 30 transferable hours
$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.
WE ARE THE ISLANDERS OUR CAMPUS HOUSING OFFERS FABULOUS VIEWS AND LEARNING COMMUNITIES THAT HELP YOU FEEL AT HOME.
PHI THETA KAPPA TRANSFER HONOR 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, and our Epsilon of Texas Alumni Association works diligently to uphold national hallmarks through scholarship, leadership, service, and fellowship.
YOU CAN FIND OPPORTUNITIES TO VOLUNTEER, PARTICIPATE IN RECREATIONAL SPORTS, CHEER ON OUR NCAA DIVISION I TEAMS AND MUCH MORE!
AREAS OF STUDY
85+
NCAA ATHLETICS
DIVISION I TOTAL STUDENT ENROLLMENT
11,000 APPROX.
SCHEDULE A VISIT The Islander Welcome Center is open throughout the week to give maps, customized tours, and details on enrolling. Call 361.825.8687 or visit tour.tamucc.edu to schedule an appointment or check out our virtual tour of campus and start exploring now! virtualisland.tamucc.edu.
STUDENT-TO-FACULTY RATIO
18:1
TRANSFER-MATION THURSDAY Join us every first Thursday of the month for an exclusive transfer event. Explore the island during your customized campus tour and connect with representatives across campus to ensure a seamless transition. Contact us at transfer@tamucc.edu for more information.
STUDENT CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS
150+
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. College of Business Accounting*+ ............................................................... BBA Business Economics ................................................... BBA Finance+ ........................................................................ BBA General Business*+..................................................... BBA Management*+ ............................................................ BBA Management Information Systems ....................... BBA Marketing*+ .................................................................. BBA Certificates • Entrepreneurship & Innovation • International Business College of Education and Human Development Elementary Education ............................................... BS Kinesiology ................................................................... BS Sports Management................................................... BS Teacher Certification Early Childhood to Grade 6 • CORE Subjects • Bilingual CORE subjects Grades 4-8 • English Language Arts and Reading • Mathematics • Science • Social Studies Grades 7-12 • English Language Arts and Reading • History • Life Science • Mathematics • Physical Science, 6-12 • Social Studies Early Childhood to Grade 12 • Art • Music • Physical Education • Spanish • Special Education • Theatre
For more information on Island University degrees and minors offered, visit tamucc.edu/academics
College of Liberal Arts Applied Arts and Sciences ...............................................BAAS 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 University Studies ...............................................................BA, BS 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 ...............................................BS College of Science and Engineering Atmospheric Sciences .......................................................BS Biology ...................................................................................BS Biomedical Sciences ..........................................................BS Civil Engineering .................................................................BS Clinical Laboratory Science .............................................BS Chemistry ..............................................................................BS Computer Science ..............................................................BS Electrical Engineering .......................................................BS Environmental Science......................................................BS Geographic Information Science....................................BS Geology .................................................................................BS Industrial Engineering .......................................................BS Mathematics .........................................................................BS Mechanical Engineering ....................................................BS Mechanical Engineering Technology*...........................BS Physics ...................................................................................BS Undergraduate Certificates • UAS Applications Certificate *Online degree available | + Also available at RELLIS campus
GET AWAY TO ISLAND DAY
RESERVE YOUR SPOT AT ISLANDDAY.TAMUCC.EDU OCTOBER 16, 2021
IN PERSON NOVEMBER 13, 2021 FEBRUARY 5, 2022
MARCH 26, 2022
VIRTUAL OCTOBER 23, 2021 FEBRUARY 12, 2022 Spend the day with us at one of our Island Day campus preview events. • Learn about the $130+ million in student aid and scholarships awarded annually—and get help applying • Find out about all the student services we offer • Check out on-campus housing and a variety of coastal activities • Tour the only university campus located on its own island • Learn about our hands-on academic programs • Meet award-winning faculty and current Islander students
CONTACT US Islander Welcome Center/Tours .......................................................361.825.TOUR (8687) Admissions ...........................................................................................361.825.7024 Financial Aid ........................................................................................361.825.2338 Housing .................................................................................................361.825.HOME (4663) Scholarships .........................................................................................361.825.3703 Islander Launch/Orientation .............................................................361.825.2700 Military & Veteran Services ................................................................361.825.2331 Academic Testing Center ...................................................................361.825.2334
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