Choose the Right College Selecting a major is a critical component in the transfer process. Each major has its own transfer applicant admission requirements, so make sure to review each major of interest’s prerequisites. Visit catalog.tamu.edu for the most current information, or contact the Prospective Student Center nearest you. aglifesciences.tamu.edu
College of Agriculture & Life Sciences
Minimum GPR requirements and recommended coursework varies by major, so prospective students should contact a departmental academic advisor before applying. Several departments require a pre-transfer meeting to determine foundational coursework for the majors. Prospective students demonstrating academic excellence in courses identified in Table 1 (page 6) have a greater chance of gaining admission into their first-choice major. Prospective students are strongly encouraged to provide essays that clearly demonstrate their interest and career aspirations in the chosen field of study. A listing of advisors for each major is available on the college’s website. Please be aware that some departments may not review secondchoice majors. Please research your major before applying. arch.tamu.edu
College of Architecture
Applicants must have completed 24 hours of transferable coursework from Table 1 (page 6) at the time of application, and it is recommended that these courses be selected from the degree program electives described in the Texas A&M Undergraduate Catalog. The essay is an important component in the review process and should explain why the applicant is interested in the Construction Science, Environmental Design (architectural studies), Landscape Architecture, Urban and Regional Planning or Visualization program. Applicants with less than a 3.0 GPR are rarely admitted. Enrollment in Environmental Design, Landscape Architecture and Visualization programs are driven by available studio space. Additionally, those majors have multiple sequential studios which make it difficult for students who transfer with more than 36 hours. Second-choice majors are not considered. mays.tamu.edu
Mays Business School
Transfer admission to Mays Business School generally requires strict and comprehensive adherence to Table 1 of Degree Track E (page 6) prior to submission of the application. Students desiring to transfer to Mays are encouraged to plan early and incorporate this entire body of coursework into their curriculum prior to applying. Applicants are expected to have excelled in this body of coursework. It is especially important to have credit for both required math courses before applying. The entire application is reviewed. Successful applicants include carefully written essays that demonstrate clarity of purpose, creativity and an advanced writing style. Applicants are encouraged to identify their intended upper-level major and to describe why they are well-suited for that area of specialization. Mays Business School admits applicants for summer and fall admission only. For a smooth transition without interruption to degree progress, summer admission is recommended for most applicants, especially for those who will have completed less than 60 hours or who lack one or more of the courses listed in Table 1 of Degree Track E. Spring transfer admission is not available. Second-choice majors are not considered. education.tamu.edu
College of Education & Human Development
To be considered for admission, it is desirable for an applicant to have at least a 2.75 GPR on a minimum of 24 hours of graded transferable coursework from the student’s intended degree plan. It is required that Math 1324, 1325 and two lab sciences from the degree plan be taken prior to application. Students interested in certification to teach Grades 8–12 should complete a baccalaureate degree in a discipline area and contact the college regarding certification. Prospective transfer students should refer to education.tamu.edu/degrees/undergraduate-opportunities to identify additional courses that will satisfy degree requirements. Any students applying for a degree in Allied Health, Community Health, Exercise Science or Sport Management are encouraged to apply for transfer admission before they have accumulated 45 total hours. The College of Education and Human Development evaluates performance in all courses and considers all parts of the application. Students who have repeatedly dropped or withdrawn from courses may be at a disadvantage. Additionally, courses that do not apply to the University Core Curriculum or to the academic major may have a negative impact when the application is reviewed. A well-written essay is a student’s opportunity to share information and experiences that could indicate success in a particular major. Second-choice majors are not considered.