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contents WELCOME.................................................3 HERITAGE.................................................4 ONE STOP SHOP.......................................5 ADMISSIONS CHECKLIST...........................6 HONORS...................................................7 FRESHMAN...............................................8 TRANSFER..............................................10 FINANCIAL AID & COST...........................12 MAJORS..................................................14 RESIDENTIAL LIVING...............................16 HISPANIC OUTREACH..............................18 CAMPUS LIFE .........................................19 ATHLETICS..............................................20 CONTACT US...........................................21

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WELCOME Start your legacy toward success at Texas A&M University-Commerce, a university that has forged a 122year history of helping students like you realize their dreams and pursue their career goals. Whether you are a high school or transfer student, first generation or non-traditional student, you will find the resources and inspiration you need to create your own legacy at A&M-Commerce.

WE INVITE YOU TO VISIT our campus and explore the many opportunities available here alongside one of our Lion Student Ambassadors. These students take great pride in showing you around and will offer insight into life at A&M-Commerce. Tours are available at 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Saturday tours are offered at 10:00 a.m. during fall and spring semesters only.

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HERITAGE

HERITAGE

In

1889 ,

William L. Mayo founded East Texas Normal College to provide Northeast Texas residents with opportunities for higher education.

The university has since evolved from “Old ET” to join The Texas A&M University System, but Mayo’s creed of “ceaseless industry, fearless investigation, unfettered thought, and unselfish service to others” still lives on in the lives of A&M-Commerce students and alumni.

DID YOU KNOW...

A&M-Commerce is a member of The Texas A&M University System.

A&M-Commerce is home to approximately 11,000 students, four academic colleges, more than 100 degree programs and seven teaching centers throughout the Metroplex.

Chances are good that one of your favorite teachers is a Lion.

A&M-Commerce is one of the state’s top producers of teachers, counselors, superintendents, and principals.

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ONE STOP SHOP

STUDENT ACCESS & SUCCESS ONE STOP SHOP Our One Stop Shop is a single point of access for our current and future students and their families.

Located at 2200 Campbell Street in Commerce, Texas, we are ready to assist you in the enrollment process.

At the One Stop Shop you will find: undergraduate admissions, assessment and placement, Hispanic outreach, new student orientation, career development, University College, success coaches, financial aid and scholarships, registrar, and veterans and military services.

The Division of Student Access and Success was created in January 2009 to provide students at Texas A&M University-Commerce with opportunities and experiences to facilitate their access to and success in higher education.

The unprecedented organizational structure of this division reflects a continuum of support services that are required for today’s students

We are focused on your success.

Our goal is to provide you with knowledgeable, friendly faces that will be resources for you as you travel down your positive and productive educational path.

Today is a great day to be a lion!

OUR COMMITMENT

to have the transformational experience desired from earning a college degree.

Our Mission: The mission of the Division of Student Access and Success is to make A&M-Commerce accessible to all college-ready students and to ensure that they are successful in obtaining their degrees as quickly as possible so that they can begin to make a difference in their communities, the state, the nation, and the world.

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ADMISSIONS CHECKLIST

ADMISSIONS CHECKLIST 1. Fill out your application:

www.ApplyTexas.org Select: Texas A&M University-Commerce

2. Send in your official transcripts Freshman applicants must turn in their official high school transcript that is complete through the junior year. The transcript must include class ranking, if available, and should indicate recommended or distinguished high school program.

Transfer applicants must submit all transcripts from any institution previously attended after your high school graduation date through to the date you are applying for admissions.

3. Send us your ACT or SAT test scores Freshman Applicants only, A&M-Commerce Codes: ACT 4088

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SAT 6188

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4. Enrollment Fee of $60 (non-refundable) The enrollment fee will be charged to your account upon enrollment to A&M-Commerce.

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INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS International students must provide transcripts that have been evaluated by an independent credential evaluation agency before consideration for admission to A&M-Commerce. In addition to the course by course evaluation, students must provide proof of financial support and language proficiency requirements.

Freshman International Students: High school transcripts should be evaluated to determine U.S. high school equivalency.

Transfer International Students: Foreign college transcripts should be evaluated course by course and semester by semester.

spring 2012 required toefl scores:

PBI = 500 • CBT = 173 • IBT = 61 FALL 2012 REQUIRED toefl SCORES:

PBI = 550 • CBT = 213 • IBT = 79 (minimum score needed for admission)

For additional language proficiency options please visit www.tamu-commerce.edu/ InternationalAdmissions

UNIVERSITY COLLEGE

The Honors College provides a highly personalized and challenging college experience that also includes a premier scholarship package that covers tuition, fees, housing, a partial meal plan, and money for textbooks for a select group of high-achieving freshman students. The typical Honors College student has the following characteristics:

The University College serves all first-time students to the university.

Success Coaches are provided to each student. University College targets first-time, full-time freshman students who reside on our campus. Students are grouped with other students who share similar interests, and activities are planned to enhance the campus experience, including, but not limited to, lectures from experts and leadership and service learning opportunities.

ACT score of 27 and/or SAT score of 1200 (critical reading and math) Graduate in the top 10 percent of high school class

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REGENTS

The First Year Leadership Class

Each year, the Regent’s Scholars Program (RSP) provides up to thirty outstanding freshmen a four-year scholarship towards tuition and fees.

The program allows students to pursue a bachelor’s degree in their chosen field while developing their awareness of international issues and cultural contrasts. In addition, RSP provides students with leadership training and experience that will allow them to have a positive impact upon the lives of others on campus, and in their future profession.

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HONORS

HONORS COLLEGE

The First Year Leadership Class (FLC) Program equips students with the personal leadership skills and education necessary to lead their class through the upcoming four years. FLC focuses on developing leaders to take the initiative to better one’s surroundings and serve as an agent of positive change on campus and beyond. Students enjoy a blend of fun, hands-on activities and eye-opening discussions. This is a competitive scholarship opportunity for our top freshman student leaders. www.tamu-commerce.edu/fyleadership

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FRESHMAN admission

FRESHMAN

Do you meet at least one of the admission requirements below?

If so, you are automatically accepted with your completed application!

Rank in the top 25% of graduating class Minimum combined SAT score of 950 (math and critical reading scores only)

Minimum Composite ACT score of 20 Required High School Curriculum: Texas High School transcript should indicate recommended or distinguished high school program. Out-of-state or home school students, visit website for waiver.

English (4 units): English I, II, III, IV Math (3 units): Algebra I and II; and any math higher than Algebra II Lab Sciences (2 units): Biology, Chemistry, Physics Social Sciences (3 units): Economics, Geography, Government, History, or Foreign Language.

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FRESHMAN SCHOLARSHIPS Incoming freshman with the following minimum SAT or ACT scores will be considered for Freshman Academic

S C H O L A R S H I P A C T / S AT *

AWA R D AMOUNT

PRESIDENTIAL

28/1270

$2500/yr

ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE

25/1180

$1500/yr

BLUE & GOLD

23/1050

$1000/yr

FRESHMAN

Scholarships: **

*SAT – combined Math & Critical Reading sub scores. ** Due to a high number of admitted students who meet criteria, all scholarship awarding will be on a first-come firstserved basis.

Scholarship renewal requirements: 1. Maintain 3.0 minimum semester and cumulative GPA. 2. Successfully complete a minimum of 15 credit hours each semester.

For additional A&M-Commerce Scholarships, please visit: WWW.TAMU-COMMERCE.EDU/ SCHOLARSHIPS

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transfer admission If you want to be considered for transfer admission, you must have 21 or more transferable hours (not including developmental courses), and a 2.0 GPA or higher to meet admission requirements.

If you have less than 21 transferable hours, or you are a student that

TRANSFER

has not yet graduated high school, but has dual credit courses or other college credit, you are still considered a first-time student and must apply as a freshman.

For additional A&M-Commerce Scholarships, please visit: WWW.TAMU-COMMERCE.EDU/ SCHOLARSHIPS

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TRANSFER SCHOLARSHIPS

Funding is limited so do not delay.

You must be admitted and meet criteria to be considered for these and other scholarships.

GENERAL TRANSFER Scholarship AWA R D ON-CAMPUS G PA A M O U N T HOUSING

A&M-Commerce is home to one of the most recognized Phi Theta Kappa alumni chapters in the nation, the Pi of Texas Association. Our university provides scholarships and designates on-campus housing reserved primarily for Phi Theta Kappa members.

Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship AWA R D ON-CAMPUS G PA A M O U N T H O U S I N G TIER ONE

3.75

$3000/yr

additional $500/yr

TIER TWO

3.50

$2500/yr

additional $500/yr

T I E R T H R E E 3.25

$2000/yr

additional $500/yr

Phi Theta Kappa CRITERIA 4 5 Tr a n s f e r a b l e H o u r s

TIER ONE

3.50

$2000/yr

additional $500/yr

TIER TWO

3.25

$1500/yr

additional $500/yr

*2 year award as long as student continues to maintain 15 credit hours a semester with a minimum requisite GPA *Scholarship does not pay for summer classes; however, student may need to take summer classes to complete degree in the 2 year scholarship period. * Phi Theta Kappa All-State nominees will receive an additional $500 per semester (copy of certificate required when applying). *Phi Theta Kappa scholarship is not stackable with the Transfer Scholarship.

T I E R T H R E E 3.00

$1000/yr

additional $500/yr

!!!FULL TUITION SCHOLARHIPS!!!

GENERAL CRITERIA 4 5 Tr a n s f e r a b l e H o u r s *2 year award as long as student continues to maintain 15 credit hours a semester with a minimum requisite GPA. * Scholarship does not pay for summer classes; however, student may need to take summer classes to complete degree in 2 year scholarship period. * Transfer Scholarship is not stackable with the Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship.

TRANSFER

Transfer students can be considered for two types of transfer scholarships, which include the General and Phi Theta Kappa programs. We offer a scholarship program which ensures that each student (international or out-of-state resident), who receives a competitive academic scholarship of at least $1000, will receive an out-ofstate tuition waiver.

PHI THETA KAPPA

We offer two full-tuition scholarships to Phi Theta Kappa transfer students with a minimum 3.75 GPA. The scholarship will cover tuition and mandatory fees for up to 15 credit hours, in addition to housing charges and a meal plan. For more details on these scholarships and how you may apply:

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COST TEXAS RESIDENT Summary of Expenses Tuition & Fees* ......…....$3,141.70 Books & Supplies……...$ 700.00 Room & Board ..............$3,835.00 Total ...............................$7,677.70 *Based on 15 credit hours per semester using the 2011-2012 rate for tuition and fees.

NON-RESIDENT FINANCIAL AID & COST

Residents of Ark., La., Okla.

In counties/parishes not bordering Texas **

Summary of Expenses Tuition & Fees** ……....$3,591.50 Books & Supplies ..........$ 700.00 Room & Board…............$3,835.00 Total ...............................$8,126.50 **Residents of Arkansas, Louisiana and Oklahoma counties/parishes boarding Texas may pay resident tuition, plus an additional $30 per credit hour.

Other non-residents Summary of Expenses Tuition & Fees ...............$7,836.70 Books & Supplies ..........$ 700.00 Room & Board...............$ 3,835.00 Total …...........................$12,371.70

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FINANCIAL AID Complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

STEPS TO APPLY: 1. Apply for a PIN at www.FAFSA.gov, if you do not have one. This will allow you to sign your FAFSA documents electronically. If you are a dependent, both you and one of your parents/ guardian will need one.

FINANCIAL AID & COST

2. Gather the information required to apply: your social security card, your (and your parents, if applicable) federal tax returns, W-2 statements and other documents of money earned or received.

3. Go to www.FAFSA.gov and fill out the application.

4. Provide our school code 003565.

5. Follow up with the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships, or check myLEO to make sure everything has been received.

TASFA Texas A&M University-Commerce accepts the Texas Application for State Financial Aid (TASFA) for students that are not eligible to complete the FAFSA.

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College of Science, Engineering and AgriculturE AgriBusiness Agricultural Science Technology Agriculture Animal Science Biological Sciences Chemistry Computer Information Systems Computer Science Construction Engineering Environmental Sciences Industrial Engineering Mathematics Physics Technology Management Wildlife Conservation Science

MAJORS

College of Business Accounting Applied Sciences Business Administration Economics Finance General Business General Studies Human Resources Management Management Management Information Systems Marketing

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College of Education and Human ServiceS Athletic Training Health Health Promotion Human Performance Instructional Training and Design Kinesiology and Sports Studies Psychology Social Work Special Education Sport and Recreation Management Teaching: Elementary and Secondary

College of Humanities, Social Sciences and ArtS Art Communication Arts Criminal Justice

MAJORS

English History Journalism Liberal Studies Music Photography Political Science Radio-Television Sociology Spanish Speech Communications Theatre

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REsidential living & Learning Living on campus is an important part of university life at A&M-Commerce. It’s where great memories and friends are made. Starting fall 2013, in addition to all freshmen, sophomores will be required to live on-campus.

As a part of the on-campus community, you will have access to an exclusive integrated livinglearning environment that includes a variety of opportunities to enhance your academic and social experience.

If special circumstances restrict a freshman student from living in university housing, please contact the Residential Living and Learning Office for the Commuter Authorization Form.

For more information on campus housing please visit: www.tamu-commerce.edu/housing

Meal Plan Rates (per semester)

**Unlimited meal plan.....$1575.00 Unlimited meal plan with $100 FLEX.................$1675.00 Unlimited meal plan with $200 FLEX.................$1750.00 14 meals per week with $50 FLEX ..................$1350.00 10 meals per week with $125 FLEX ................$1150.00 FLEX is money per semester that can be used in the student center, food court and bistro.

RESIDENTIAL LIVING

. **Required for all freshman living on-campus

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Residence HALLS Traditional halls Traditional halls include doubleoccupancy rooms (with limited private room options), community kitchens, spacious lounges; furnished.

new freshman HALL Freshmen/Coed suite style residence Open Fall 2011

WHITLEY HALL Freshmen/Coed

Smith Hall

Freshmen/Upperclassmen/Coed

GREEk Halls All classifications/Women only for organization members

WOMEN’s Hall All Classifications/Women only Limited space

CAMPUS APARTMENTS

NEW PRIDE APARTMENTS Upperclassmen/Coed:Two or four bedrooms, two bathrooms, living room, and kitchen; furnished.

WEST HALLS RESIDENTIAL LIVING

Upperclassmen, Graduate/Coed Two bedrooms, one bathroom, living room and kitchen; furnished.

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HISPANIC OUTREACH Our mission is to raise awareness of the importance of higher education among individuals and groups at high schools, community colleges and in the general community with a special focus on Hispanic/Latino students.

We advise prospective Hispanic/ Latino students and their families on the college application process, available financing and student support services that help ensure college success. We help coordinate and implement outreach activities, new student orientation and educational programs that enrich and retain a diverse student body.

For more information, contact us: www.tamu-commerce.edu/HispanicOutreach HispanicOutreach@tamu-commerce.edu 903-468-8699

La misión de nuestra oficina es de crear conciencia entre los estudiantes de preparatoria y colegio comunitario con un enfoque en la comunidad Hispana/Latina sobre la importancia de la educación universitaria.

Nuestros profesionales aconsejan a futuros estudiantes Hispanos/ Latinos y a sus familias sobre el proceso de la inscripción para la Universidad, ayuda financiera disponible, y como encontrar el apoyo necesario para asegurar el éxito en una carrera universitaria. También somos responsables de coordinar e implementar varias actividades de alcance a la comunidad, la orientación de estudiantes nuevos, y programas educacionales que enriquecen y mantienen una población diversa de estudiantes.

HISPANIC OUTREACH

Para más información contáctanos: www.tamu-commerce.edu/HispanicOutreach HispanicOutreach@tamu-commerce.edu 903-468-8699

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campus Recreation rayburn Student Center

Campus Recreation is housed in the Jerry D. Morris Recreation Center This state-of-the-art facility offers an indoor track, multipurpose courts, racquetball courts, a 45-foot rock climbing wall, a three-tier weight room, a multipurpose activity room, a high/low adventure course and a nine hole Disk golf course.

There is also an outdoor pool and recreation area featuring a 40-person hot tub with waterfall, outdoor basketball and sand volleyball courts and BBQ grills.

Campus Recreation also offers a variety of intramural and club sport programs, group fitness classes, aquatic events, and special events throughout the year and is one of the largest employers of students on campus.

The Rayburn Student Center is 92,000 square feet of space dedicated to your needs as a student, and is home to more than 100 student clubs and organizations. It includes: University Bookstore; Dining options featuring dining room and food court; The Club with multiple flat panels and tabletop wireless Soundogs; venue for weekly special events and live entertainment; Video gaming area with the latest releases, pool tables, table shuffleboard and air hockey.

CAMPUS LIFE

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interested in athletics?

Consider being an athlete at A&M-Commerce. As members of the NCAA Division II Intercollegiate Athletics and Lone Star Conference, our student athletes strive for the best on the field and in the classroom. A&M-Commerce holds 58 Lonestar Conference Titles, 5 National Championships and 292 All-Americans.

For more information visit our Athletic website at:

www.lionathletics.com Football Basketball (M,W) Cross Country (M,W) Golf (M,W) Track & Field (M,W) Women’s Soccer

ATHLETICS

Women’s Volleyball

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CONTACT US! Office of Undergraduate Admissions 888.868.2682 web.tamu-commerce.edu/admissions Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships 903.886.5096 web.tamu-commerce.edu/home/finaid/ Office of New Student Orientation 903.886.5088 www.tamu-commerce.edu/orientation/ Office of Residential Living and Learning 903.886.5797 www.tamu-commerce.edu/housing/ Office of Hispanic Outreach 903.468.8699 (En Espa単ol) www.tamu-commerce.edu/hispanicoutreach/ Office of Veterans and Military Services 903.886.5123 military.tamu-commerce.edu/ Office of the Registrar 903.886.5071 web.tamu-commerce.edu/admissions/registrar Office of Graduate Admissions 903.886.5163 web.tamu-commerce.edu/admissions/stepstoapplygraduate

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our off-site locations Program and contact information for off-site locations serving undergraduate transfer and graduate students:

1. Universities Center Dallas 1901 Main Street, Suite 422 Dallas, TX 75201 Office: 214-915-1900 Fax: 214-915-1903 success@ucddowntown.org www.ucddowntown.org

3. Navarro Partnership-Corsicana 3200 W. 7th Ave. Corsicana, TX 75110 Office: (903) 875-7617 Fax: (903)872-2019 Navarro-Corsicana@tamu-commerce.edu http://web.tamu-commerce.edu/academics/ locations/navarroPartnership/default.aspx

5. Collin Higher Education Center (CHEC) 3452 Spur 399 McKinney, TX 75069 972.599.3100 or 972-599-3122 CHEC@tamu-commerce.edu www.tamu-commerce.edu/chec

2. Metroplex Center 2600 Motley Dr., Suite 100 Mesquite, TX 75150 Office: 972-613-7520 Fax: 972-613-7566 mesquitemetroplex@tamu-commerce.edu http://web.tamu-commerce.edu/academics/ locations/mesquiteMetro/default.aspx

4. Navarro Partnership-Midlothian 899 Mt. Zion Road Midlothian TX 76065 Office: (972) 775-7231 Fax: 972-775-7233 Navarro-Midlothian@tamu-commerce.edu http://web.tamu-commerce.edu/academics/ locations/midlothian/default.aspx

6. Rockwall ISD Administration Education Center (AEC) 1050 Williams Street Rockwall, TX 75087 Office: 903-468-8707 Sharon_Johnson@tamu-commerce.edu http://web.tamu-commerce.edu/academics/ locations/rockwall/default.aspx

Online Programs: web.tamu-commerce.edu/academics/onlinecourses/degreeprograms.aspx

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The entire Student Access and Success Division team is here to welcome you to our A&M-Commerce family!

We believe it is an honor and privilege to serve you.

Mary W. Hendrix Mary W. Hendrix, Ph.D. Vice-President for Student Access & Success

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