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Texas A&M University Application
5 Tips For Applying
If your student is dreaming of maroon, practicing their two-step, and using "gig em" in their daily vocabulary, you know they're applying to Texas A&M. And just like with any other application, it's important that they personalize their A&M application to show the school that they don't just want to go to college—they want to be an Aggie.
To get started, here are five tips on applying to Texas A&M:
1. Apply early to get your first-choice major.
The application opens on August 1—for the first time using the Common Application —and we recommend applying soon after if the student's essay is complete. Most majors at A&M are first come, first served, so getting the application in early can help a student clinch that first-choice major.
2. Complete the required supplements, and potentially the supplement for the College of Engineering.
All students applying to A&M are required to complete 3 short answer prompts- check out our tips. If your student is applying to the College of Engineering , they need to complete the engineering supplement. This is a wonderful opportunity for your student to highlight why they would be a great engineering student. They can discuss personal interests along with academic and professional experience in the field to help the admissions committee understand that they're devoted to this field of study.
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3. Include all your activities in the Apply Texas application.
While some schools want to see a comprehensive resume, Texas A&M prefers to have everything within the application. That means your student should be sure they include their full list of activities on the application itself—no need to hold back.
4. Pick two solid recommenders.
Texas A&M will only review the first two recommendation letters they receive from applicants, even if a student submits more. We recommend that students focus on finding two recommenders who know them well, can speak to their first-choice major, and are excited to write them a recommendation. By asking too many people, they risk A&M reading recommendations from less enthusiastic recommenders.
The application process for Texas A&M can feel overwhelming. Our Essay & Resume program provides an experienced coach and a proven framework, working one-on-one to reduce the stress so the student can tell a compelling story.
Our program for students applying to UT Austin includes:
- Resume Coaching: Helping students craft exceptional college resumes that showcase their unique qualities and strengths
- In-Depth Essay Coaching: Guiding students step-by-step through their personal statement and four tailored supplemental essays
- Timeline Management: Expertly overseeing your student's schedule to ensure they stay on track to submit their applications
- Revision Guidance: Offering valuable suggestions and edits to help students refine their resume and essay
Your student will be carefully matched with a coach based on personality, working style, and first-choice major—it’s just one of the many ways we modify our proven process to meet individual student needs.
5. Complete a Self-Reported Academic Record (SRAR).
One big change this year is that applicants will be required to complete a Self-Reported Academic Record (SRAR) in place of submitting a transcript. This will happen after the student applies, and they'll need their official transcript to complete the form. Note: Most schools don't provide official transcripts until the fall, but we encourage students to submit the SRAR as soon as they receive their official transcript (it must be submitted by December 15).