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STEPS TO APPLY
OFFICIAL STEPS TO APPLY – FRESHMEN
YOUR PATH TO BECOMING A LION
Step 1. Prepare
College is the next big step in your academic journey! As you prepare for college, ensure that you continue to excel in your high school career.
Consider Majors and Request Information
Consider the field of study and degree program you want to pursue at A&M-Commerce. Take some time to review our degree programs. A&M-Commerce offers over 100 different degrees as well as special programs designed to provide the support you need for success!
Request information about the degree programs that interest you.
Our admission recruiters want to do everything they can to help you learn about A&M-Commerce and guide you through the process!
Review Admission Requirements
Automatic admission to A&M-Commerce is based on the Foundation High School Program with at least one endorsement. Students are strongly recommended to complete one or more available endorsement(s) that include Algebra II or its equivalent as well as one science course from biology, chemistry or physics. Students applying for top 10% automatic admission must complete the foundation curriculum with a distinguished level of achievement.
Standards for full admission to A&M-Commerce are based on the REQUIRED HIGH SCHOOL CURRICULUM (Foundation Plan). Entering freshmen must have successfully completed the following courses in high school:
- English Language Arts (4 credits)
- Mathematics (3 credits)
- Science (3 credits)
- Social Studies (3 credits)
- Language other than English (2 credits)
And any one of the following three (3) criteria:
- Rank in the top 30% of graduating class
- Composite ACT score of 21 or better
- Minimum combined SAT of 1060 or better
Use the A&M-Commerce codes 4088 (ACT) and 6188 (SAT) to submit your scores on act.org or collegeboard.org
Dual Credit Classes
Dual credit classes are college courses that you have taken through your local community college that also counted toward your high school diploma. In order to receive transfer credit from A&M-Commerce for dual credit classes, you must submit official transcripts to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions from the community college or university where you took your dual credit classes.
For more information or questions, please contact the Office of Undergraduate Admissions at 903.886.5000 or [email protected].
Advanced Placement
A&M-Commerce accepts many College Board Advanced Placement (AP) exams for credit in selected courses. If you took AP exams for college credit, the exams and scores required for credit may be found on our AP flyer. Students should contact their high school counselors for information about AP courses their school offers as well as AP exams.
Students are encouraged to submit their AP exam scores to three schools. If you selected A&M-Commerce to receive your scores, they will be sent to us by College Board. If you didn’t list A&M-Commerce, you should log into your College Board account at https://apscore.collegeboard.org/scores and request that your AP exam scores be forwarded to A&M-Commerce’s Testing Center.
For more information, please contact the Testing Center at 903.886.5122 or [email protected]
More About AP
How do I send an AP Grade Report to a college or university?
During testing, students are encouraged to choose three schools to submit their exam scores to. If additional copies are needed, please go to https://apscore.collegeboard.org/scores
How do I get involved with the AP Program?
The AP Program is open to students at high schools with AP programs who are willing to accept the challenge of a rigorous curriculum.
For more information, please contact AP Services at 609.771.7300, or toll-free in the United States and Canada at 877.274.6474.
What is the AP Program?
The College Board’s Advanced Placement Program (AP) enables students to pursue college-level studies while still in high school. More than thirty exams in multiple subject areas are offered. AP exams are given nationally at designated high schools during the month of May. AP exams are graded on a scale of 0-5. A score of 3 or higher is needed for credit.
International Baccalaureate Program
The IB Diploma Program is a challenging two-year curriculum leading to assessment in six subject areas: Best Language, Second Language, Individuals and Societies, Experimental Science, Mathematics, Computer Science, and the Arts. The International Baccalaureate (IB) program is a rigorous pre-university program, primarily aimed at students aged 16 to 19, available worldwide through the International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO).
Assessment
At the end of the two-year program, students will be assessed in two ways:
Grading
Credit
In compliance with SB111, A&M-Commerce offers at least 24 hours of credit to all IB diploma candidates with subject exam scores of four or higher. Students with IB certificates or courses are evaluated on a subject-by-subject basis upon receipt of an IB transcript. A&M-Commerce must have an official score report sent directly from IB to award credit.
View a list of IB Exams offered for credit at A&M-Commerce.
Step 2. Apply
Use ApplyTexas.org and choose Texas A&M University-Commerce as your school of choice.
Step 3. Submit Documents
Transcripts
Please submit an official, sealed copy of your transcript from each school you previously attended so we can process your admission application. Include a transcript from all schools, including proprietary/career schools, regardless of how long it’s been since you last attended.
Dual-credit freshmen must also submit an official transcript from the institution that offered the dual-credit classes. If you are a senior in high school, please send a transcript through your junior year.
To submit a transcript to A&M-Commerce, contact your previous/current academic institution(s) and request that they mail the transcript to:
Office of Undergraduate Admissions
PO Box 3011
Commerce, Texas 75429-3011
For faster delivery, you may check to see if your previous/current academic institution(s) can submit an electronic version of your transcript to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions.
If they offer electronic transcript service, they will provide you with further instructions about how to use this option. A&M-Commerce accepts SPEEDE, National Clearinghouse and Escript-Safe electronic transcripts.
ACT/SAT
ACT or SAT test scores are optional for admission. Use the A&M-Commerce codes 4088 (ACT) and 6188 (SAT) to submit your scores on act.org or collegeboard.org
Step 4. Apply for Financial Aid and Scholarships
More than 70% of our undergraduate students receive financial aid. Find out how you may be eligible for grants, loans and/or the Work Study Program.
Step 5. After You Have Been Accepted
New Student Orientation
All new undergraduate students are required to participate in New Student Orientation, an important, exciting and mandatory step in becoming part of the A&M-Commerce family.
Reserve your spot for New Student Orientation at myLEO > Apps >Freshman Orientation
All orientation sessions will be offered virtually.
There is a $100 fee. This fee does not have to be paid upfront to make a reservation. The fee will be added to your account after attending New Student Orientation. If you receive financial aid, scholarships or other financial assistance, these may be used to cover the orientation fee.
Meet Your Success Team
Your Student Success Team consists of an academic advisor, a financial aid advisor and an academic concierge, specific to your college, who collaborate to help a group of students meet their educational goals.
- Academic advisor helps you to navigate registration and your degree plan.
- Academic concierge helps you identify obstacles to your success and connect you to resources.
- Financial aid advisor helps you navigate financial aid.
Bacterial Meningitis Requirement
Your health is a priority here!
Texas Senate Bill 62 requires all students under age 22 who are entering an institution of higher education (public and private) to either receive a vaccination against bacterial meningitis or meet certain criteria to decline the vaccination 10 days before the first day of the semester.
Important facts about Bacterial Meningitis
Sign Up for Housing
Sign in to your myLEO account. *Note: It may take up to 48 hours before you are able to access the housing application after being accepted to the university
- myLeo > Apps > Residential Living and Learning > Housing Application
- In the drop down menu, select the option that best suits your needs.
- Once you make a selection and click save and continue, your application will appear.
- Please make sure to check the dates on the application to ensure these are the dates you wish to live in on-campus housing. If the dates are correct, click Apply.
Sign Up for a Meal Plan
One Year Post High School Graduation
Any residential student who enrolls at A&M-Commerce within one (1) year of high school graduation is required to have the following meal plan:
19 Exchange Plan w/$400 FLEX
If a student does not select a meal plan, the 19 Exchange Meal Plan will be automatically applied.
Two Year Post High School Graduation
Any residential student who enrolls at A&M-Commerce within two (2) years of high school graduation is required to have one of the following meal plans:
19 Exchange Plan w/$400 FLEX
14 Meal Plan w/$400 Flex
If a student does not select a meal plan, the 14 Meal Plan w/ $400 FLEX will be automatically applied.
Three or More Years Post High School Graduation
Any residential student who enrolls in A&M-Commerce three (3) or more years after high school graduation may request one of the following meal plans:
19 Exchange Plan w/ $400 FLEX
14 Meal Plan w/ $400 FLEX
No Meal Plan
Commuter Meal Plans
Commuter $400 FLEX w/ 5 Dining Room Meals Per Week Price: $950
Commuter $400 FLEX w/ 7 Dining Room Meals Per Week Price: $1,100
Commuter $400 FLEX Price: $400
TSI (If Required)
You do not have to complete the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) if you have met one of the following:
- Minimum college readiness standard on the SAT or ACT
- Obtained the minimum required score(s) on the statewide high school STAAR EOCs Algebra II and English III exams (these are optional for high schools)
- Veteran or active military waiver (must meet specific requirements for each category)
- Exemption based on earning a prior degree
- Transfer exemption (declaration by another institution)
- Prior college-level coursework
Students are responsible for providing proof of exemption and will be required to complete assessments until documentation showing state exemption is provided. For more information, please contact the Testing Center at [email protected].
Apply for Scholarships
To help you pay for your degree, a variety of scholarship opportunities are available at A&M-Commerce, including institutional scholarships, outside scholarships and state-funded scholarships. All scholarships are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis as funds are available, so apply as early as you can!
OFFICIAL STEPS TO APPLY – TRANSFER
Your Path to Becoming a Lion
Step 1. Prepare
College is the next big step in your academic journey! As you prepare for college, ensure that you continue to excel in your high school career.
Consider Majors and Request Information
Consider the field of study and degree program you want to pursue at A&M-Commerce. Take some time to review our degree programs. A&M-Commerce offers over 100 different degrees as well as special programs designed to provide the support you need for success!
Request information about the degree programs that interest you.
Our Admission Recruiters want to do everything they can to help you learn about A&M-Commerce and guide you through the process!
Review Admission Requirements
A&M-Commerce is committed to making the transfer process as smooth as possible.
To meet automatic admission requirements as a transfer student, you must have:
- At least 12 transferable hours (excluding developmental coursework)
- A 2.0-grade point average (GPA) or higher on all transferable coursework
If you do not meet the admissions criteria above, you are encouraged to continue at your current school or attend a community college until you have the transfer hours and GPA. All students are eligible to appeal the admissions decision. Students will be notified in their admissions letter which required documents are needed to complete the appeal process. For more information on how to appeal the admissions decision, please email [email protected].
Step 2. Apply
Use ApplyTexas.org and choose Texas A&M University-Commerce as your school of choice.
Step 3. Submit Documents
Transcripts
Please submit an official, sealed copy of your transcript from each school you previously attended so we can process your admission application. Include a transcript from all schools, including proprietary/career schools, regardless of how long it’s been since you last attended.
Dual-credit freshmen must also submit an official transcript from the institution that offered the dual-credit classes. If you are a senior in high school, please send a transcript through your junior year.
To submit a transcript to A&M-Commerce, contact your previous/current academic institution(s) and request that they mail the transcript to:
Office of Undergraduate Admissions
PO Box 3011
Commerce, Texas 75429-3011
For faster delivery, you may check to see if your previous/current academic institution(s) can submit an electronic version of your transcript to the Undergraduate Admissions Office.
If they offer electronic transcript service, they will provide you with further instructions about how to use this option. A&M-Commerce accepts SPEEDE, National Clearinghouse and Escript-Safe electronic transcripts.
ACT/SAT
ACT or SAT test scores are optional for admission. Use the A&M-Commerce codes 4088 (ACT) and 6188 (SAT) to submit your scores on act.org or collegeboard.org
Step 4. Apply for Financial Aid and Scholarships
Find out how you may be eligible for grants, loans and/or the Work Study Program.
Step 5. After You Have Been Accepted
New Student Orientation
Congratulations on transferring to A&M-Commerce! You’re one step away from starting your journey here.
All new undergraduate students are required to participate in New Student Orientation, an important, exciting (and mandatory) step in becoming a part of the A&M-Commerce family.
Reserve your spot for Transfer Orientation myLEO > Apps > Transfer Orientation.
All orientation sessions will be offered virtually
If you’re a freshman, learn more about our mandatory Freshman Orientation.
Meet Your Success Team
Your Student Success Team consists of an academic advisor, a financial aid advisor and an academic concierge specific to your college who collaborate to help a group of students meet their educational goals.
- Academic Advisor helps you to navigate registration and your degree plan.
- Academic concierge helps you identify obstacles to your success and connect you to resources.
- Financial aid advisor helps you navigate financial aid.
Bacterial Meningitis Requirement
Your health is a priority here!
Texas Senate Bill 62 requires all students under age 22 entering an institution of higher education (public and private) to either receive a vaccination against bacterial meningitis or meet certain criteria to decline the vaccination 10 days before the first day of the semester.
Important facts about Bacterial Meningitis
Sign Up for Housing
Sign into your myLEO account. *Note: It may take up to 48 hours before you are able to access the housing application after being accepted to the university
- myLeo > Apps > Residential Living and Learning > Housing Application.
- In the drop down menu, select the option that best suits your needs.
- Once you make a selection and click save and continue, your application will appear.
- Please make sure to check the dates on the application to ensure these are the dates you wish to live in on-campus housing. If the dates are correct, click Apply.
Sign Up for a Meal Plan
One Year Post High School Graduation
Any residential student who enrolls at TAMUC within one (1) year of high school graduation is required to have the following meal plan:
19 Exchange Plan w/$400 FLEX
If a student does not select a meal plan, the 19 Exchange Meal Plan will be automatically applied.
Two Year Post High School Graduation
Any residential student who enrolls at TAMUC within two (2) years of high school graduation is required to have one of the following meal plans.
19 Exchange Plan w/$400 FLEX
14 Meal Plan w/$400 Flex
If a student does not select a meal plan, the 14 Meal Plan w/ $400 FLEX will be automatically applied
Three or More Years Post High School Graduation
Any residential student who enrolls in TAMUC three (3) or more years post High School graduation may request one of the following meal plans.
19 Exchange Plan w/ $400 FLEX
14 Meal Plan w/ $400 FLEX
No Meal Plan
Commuter Meal Plans
Commuter $400 FLEX w/ 5 Dining Room Meals Per Week Price: $950
Commuter $400 FLEX w/ 7 Dining Room Meals Per Week Price: $1,100
Commuter $400 FLEX Price: $400
TSI (If Required)
You do not have to complete the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) if you have met one of the following:
- Met minimum college readiness standard on the SAT or ACT
- Obtained the minimum required score(s) on the statewide high school STAAR EOCs Algebra II and English III exams (these are optional for high schools)
- Met a veteran or active military waiver (must meet specific requirements for each category)
- Received exemption based on earning a prior degree
- Received a transfer exemption (declaration by another institution)
- Completed prior college-level coursework
Students are responsible for providing proof of exemption and will be considered assessment required until documentation is provided of state exemption. For more information, please contact the Testing Center at [email protected].
Apply for Scholarships
To help you pay for your degree, a variety of scholarship opportunities are available at A&M-Commerce including institutional scholarships, outside scholarships and state-funded scholarships. All scholarships are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis as funds are available, so apply as early as you can!
OFFICIAL STEPS TO APPLY – Graduate
Follow the specific steps detailed on your program’s page.
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OFFICIAL STEPS TO APPLY – FRESHMEN INTERNATIONAL
Step 1. Prepare
College is the next big step in your academic journey!
Residents of foreign countries who wish to enter the university should apply to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions well in advance of the semester they plan to attend. Please note that an international student is any degree-seeking student holding a non-immigrant student visa.
All admission requirements are to be completed a minimum of three months prior to the beginning of the semester. In the case of extenuating circumstances, exceptions to this timeline may be considered on an individual basis.
Keep in mind that your transcripts must be evaluated by an independent credential evaluation agency before being considered for admission.
Consider Majors and Request Information
Consider the field of study and degree program you want to pursue at A&M-Commerce. Take some time to review our degree programs. A&M-Commerce offers over 100 different degrees as well as special programs designed to provide the support you need for success!
Request information about the degree programs that interest you.
Our Admission Recruiters want to do everything they can to help you learn about A&M-Commerce and guide you through the process!
Review Admission Requirements
Meet one of the following requirements to be automatically accepted into the Lion Pride.
- Rank in the top 30% of your graduating class
- Have a composite ACT score of 21 or better
- Minimum combined SAT (March 2016 or later) of 1060
Use the A&M-Commerce codes 4088 (ACT) and 6188 (SAT) to submit your scores on act.org or collegeboard.org
Most colleges, including A&M-Commerce, require the completion of a recommended or distinguished high school curriculum which includes:
- English Language Arts (4 credits)
- Mathematics (4 credits)
- Science (4 credits)
- Social Studies (4 credits)
- Language other than English (2 credits)
Learn more about graduation requirements and how they impact A&M-Commerce admissions.
Dual Credit Classes
Dual credit classes are college courses that you have taken through your local community college that also counted toward your high school diploma. In order to receive transfer credit from A&M-Commerce for dual credit classes, you must submit official transcripts to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions from the community college or university where you took your dual credit classes.
For more information or questions, please contact the Office of Undergraduate Admissions at 903-886-5000 or [email protected].
Advanced Placement
A&M-Commerce accepts scores on certain College Board Advanced Placement(AP) tests for credit in selected courses.
Examinations offered by the AP program are administered during late spring by high schools. Interested high school students should contact their high school counselors for information on AP courses their school offers.
AP scores should be forwarded to A&M-Commerce Student Assessment Office. The College Board code for A&M-Commerce is 6188. Scores reported from the spring AP test administration will not be received until late July.
AP Exams for Credit at Texas A&M-Commerce:
AP Course | Req. Score | TAMU-Commerce Course(s) | Sem. Cr.Hours |
| American Government | 3 or higher | PSCI 2301 | 3 |
| American History/U.S. History | 3 or higher | HIST 1301 or 1302 | 3 |
| Art History | 3 or higher | ART 1303 | 3 |
| Art, Studio-2D design | 3 or higher | ART 111 | 3 |
| Art, Studio-3D design | 3 or higher | ART 140 | 3 |
| Art, Studio-Drawing | 3 or higher | ART 110 | 3 |
| Biology | 3 or higher | BIO 1406 | 4 |
| Calculus A/B | 3 or higher | MATH 2413 | 4 |
| Calculus B/C | 3 | MATH 2413 | 4 |
| Calculus B/C | 4 or higher | MATH 2413 & 192 | 8 |
| Chemistry | 3 or higher | CHEM 1305/1105 & 1307/1107 | 8 |
| Computer Science A | 3 or higher | CSCI 126, 151 & 152 | 9 |
| Computer Science A/B | 3 or higher | CSCI 126, 151, 152 & 270 | 12 |
| Economics-Macro | 3 or higher | ECO 2301 | 3 |
| Economics-Micro | 3 or higher | ECO 2302 | 3 |
| Environmental Science | 3 or higher | ENVS 1301 | 3 |
| French | 3 or higher | FREN 131 & 132 | 6 |
| French | 4 or higher | FREN 131, 132, 231 & 232 | 12 |
| Introduction to Sociology | 3 or higher | SOC 1301 | 3 |
| Language and Composition or Literature and Composition | 3 | ENG 1301 | 3 |
| Language and Composition or Literature and Composition | 4 or higher | ENG 1301 & 1302 | 6 |
| Physics 1 | 3 or higher | PHYS 1401 | 4 |
| Physics 2 | 3 or higher | PHYS 1402 | 4 |
| Physics E&M | 4 or higher | PHYS 2425 | 4 |
| Physics Mech. | 4 or higher | PHYS 2426 | 4 |
| Psychology | 3 or higher | PSYC 2301 | 3 |
| Spanish | 3 or higher | SPAN 131 & 132 | 6 |
| Spanish | 4 or higher | SPAN 131, 132, 231, & 232 | 12 |
| Statistics | 3 or higher | MATH 1324 | 3 |
| World History | 3 or higher | HIST 265 | 3 |
For more information or questions, please contact the Office of Undergraduate Admissions at 903-886-5000 or [email protected].
More About AP
How do I send an AP Grade Report to a college or university?
During testing, students are encouraged to choose three schools to submit their exam scores to. If additional copies are needed, please go to https://apscore.collegeboard.org/scores
How do I get involved with the AP Program?
The AP Program is open to students at high schools with AP programs who are willing to accept the challenge of a rigorous curriculum.
For more information, please contact AP Services at 609.771.7300, or toll-free in the United States and Canada at 877.274.6474.
What is the AP Program?
The College Board’s Advanced Placement Program (AP) enables students to pursue college-level studies while still in high school. More than thirty exams in multiple subject areas are offered. AP exams are given nationally at designated high schools during the month of May. AP exams are graded on a scale of 0-5. A score of 3 or higher is needed for credit.
International Baccalaureate Program
The IB Diploma Program is a challenging two-year curriculum leading to assessment in six subject areas: Best Language, Second Language, Individuals and Societies, Experimental Science, Mathematics, Computer Science, and the Arts. The International Baccalaureate (IB) program is a rigorous pre-university program, primarily aimed at students aged 16 to 19, available worldwide through the International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO).
Assessment
At the end of the two-year program you will be assessed in two ways
Grading
Credit
In compliance with SB111, TAMUC offers at least 24 hours of credit to all IB diploma candidates with subject exam scores of 4 or higher. Students with IB certificates or courses are evaluated on a subject by subject basis upon receipt of an IB transcript. TAMUC must have an official score report sent directly from IB to award credit.
View a list of IB Exams offered for credit at A&M-Commerce.
Step 2. Apply
All international undergraduate students applying to A&M-Commerce must complete the freshman ApplyTexas application for international students.
Undergraduate Deadlines – Fall/May 1, Spring/Oct. 1 and Summer/March 1
Use ApplyTexas.org and choose Texas A&M University-Commerce as your school of choice.
Step 3. Submit Documents
Transcripts
Please submit an official, sealed copy of your transcript from each school you previously attended so we can process your admission application. Include a transcript from all schools, including proprietary/career schools, regardless of how long it’s been since you last attended.
Dual-credit freshmen must also submit an official transcript from the institution that offered the dual-credit classes. If you are a senior in high school, please send a transcript through your junior year.
To submit a transcript to A&M-Commerce, contact your previous/current academic institution(s) and request that they mail the transcript to:
Office of Undergraduate Admissions
PO Box 3011
Commerce, Texas 75429-3011
For faster delivery, you may check to see if your previous/current academic institution(s) can submit an electronic version of your transcript to the Undergraduate Admissions Office.
If they offer electronic transcript service, they will provide you with further instructions about how to use this option. A&M-Commerce accepts SPEEDE, National Clearinghouse and Escript-Safe electronic transcripts.
Request Transcript Evaluation
As an international student, you must show proof of successful completion of a course of study equivalent to that required of a U.S. citizen. Your international transcript must be evaluated by an independent credential evaluation agency before we consider you for admission to A&M-Commerce. For freshman admission, high school transcripts need only be evaluated to determine U.S. high school equivalency.
Please contact one of the following agencies for an evaluation of your academic transcript.
FOREIGN CREDENTIALS SERVICES OF AMERICA
INTERNATIONAL ACADEMIC CREDENTIAL EVALUATORS, INC.
EDUCATIONAL CREDENTIAL EVALUATORS, INC.
WORLD EDUCATION SERVICES, INC.
Upon completion of your evaluation, please ask the agency to provide a copy to:
Texas A&M University-Commerce
Office of Admissions
P.O. Box 3011
Commerce, TX 75429-3011
Dual-credit freshmen must also submit an official transcript from the institution that offered the dual-credit classes.
ACT/SAT
ACT or SAT test scores are optional for admission. Use the A&M-Commerce codes 4088 (ACT) and 6188 (SAT) to submit your scores on act.org or collegeboard.org
Proof of Language Proficiency
As an applicant, you must be adequately proficient in English to pursue a course of study at the university. A score of at least 550 paper-based, 213 computer-based or 79 internet-based on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) and an official report of these scores must be submitted to the Office Undergraduate Admissions prior to admission. Please keep in mind that Education Testing Service (ETS) will not release scores that are older than two (2) years.
Undergraduate Exemptions:
- Students who have completed Eng 1301 and Eng 1302, at a U.S. institution, with a grade of “C” or better. Students may provide a certified older score if they have been continuously studying at a U.S. college or university.
- Students who have successfully completed the Texas International Education Consortium (TIEP’s) advanced-level program as defined in the information provided by TIEP and who are seeking admissions to our campus.
- Students who have completed a minimum of one year of study in a Texas public high school with the completion of English III or English IV (including Advance Placement/AP) with a grade of “B” or better.
- Students who are citizens of Australia, New Zealand, the British Virgin Island, Jamaica, United Kingdom, Ireland, Antigua, Northern Ireland, Scotland, South Africa, St. Lucia, Wales, Bahamas, Barbados, Switzerland and Canada (excluding French-speaking Quebec). Proof of citizenship must be provided such as birth certificate or passport.
- Students who have one of the following tests and scores:
CAE: B or Higher
CPE: C or Higher
AT II E: 968 or Higher
IELTS: Overall band 6.0 or Higher
SAT Verbal: 500 or Higher
ACT Verbal: 19 or Higher - Students who have obtained one of the following foreign high school diplomas/tests/scores:
GCE, GCSE, IGCSE: C or higher in English Language
WASC, KCSE, SSCE or equivalent national exams: C or higher in English Language IB (International Baccalaureate): Grade 4 or higher in English subject
Submit Sponsor's Statement
A Sponsor’s Statement (signed by the sponsor) with a current bank statement showing a balance of at least $28,109.00 USD must be submitted to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. Sponsor’s statements and bank statements must be less than one year old at the time of application.
All educational and living expenses (including medical/repatriation insurance) are the responsibility of the student.
International Student Agreement Form
Important Note:
When submitting documents, please keep in mind that mail between the United States and other countries can take as long as four weeks. Sufficient time should be allowed for processing documents. The application deadline is ninety (90) days prior to the beginning of the semester of enrollment. At that time, all required forms (listed above) must be on file with the Texas A&M University-Commerce Office Undergraduate Admissions.
New International Student Guidebook
The International Student Guidebook provides very important pre-arrival and arrival information for our new students. The OIP has compiled information for the most frequently asked questions our new international students have each semester.
Step 4. Apply for Financial Aid and Scholarships
More than 70% of our undergraduate students receive financial aid. Find out how you may be eligible for scholarships or the Work Study Program.
Step 5. After You Have Been Accepted
New Student Orientation
All new undergraduate students are required to participate in New Student Orientation, an important, exciting (and mandatory) step in becoming a part of the A&M-Commerce family.
Reserve your spot for New Student Orientation myLEO > Apps >Freshman Orientation
All orientation sessions will be offered virtually.
There is a $100 fee. This fee does not have to be paid upfront to make a reservation. The fee will be added to your account after attending New Student Orientation. If you receive financial aid, scholarships or other financial assistance, these may be used to cover the orientation fee.
Meet Your Success Team
Your Student Success Team consists of an academic advisor, a financial aid advisor and an academic concierge specific to your college who collaborate to help a group of students meet their educational goals.
- Academic Advisor helps you to navigate registration and your degree plan.
- Academic concierge helps you identify obstacles to your success and connect you to resources.
- Financial aid advisor helps you navigate financial aid.
Bacterial Meningitis Requirement
Your health is a priority here!
Texas Senate Bill 62 requires all students under age 22 entering an institution of higher education (public and private) to either receive a vaccination against bacterial meningitis or meet certain criteria to decline the vaccination 10 days before the first day of the semester.
Important facts about Bacterial Meningitis
Sign Up for Housing
Sign into your myLEO account. *Note: It may take up to 48 hours before you are able to access the housing application after being accepted to the university
- myLeo > Apps > Residential Living and Learning > Housing Application.
- In the drop down menu, select the option that best suits your needs.
- Once you make a selection and click save and continue, your application will appear.
- Please make sure to check the dates on the application to ensure these are the dates you wish to live in on-campus housing. If the dates are correct, click Apply.
Sign Up for a Meal Plan
One Year Post High School Graduation
Any residential student who enrolls at TAMUC within one (1) year of high school graduation is required to have the following meal plan:
19 Exchange Plan w/$400 FLEX
If a student does not select a meal plan, the 19 Exchange Meal Plan will be automatically applied.
Two Year Post High School Graduation
Any residential student who enrolls at TAMUC within two (2) years of high school graduation is required to have one of the following meal plans.
19 Exchange Plan w/$400 FLEX
14 Meal Plan w/$400 Flex
If a student does not select a meal plan, the 14 Meal Plan w/ $400 FLEX will be automatically applied
Three or More Years Post High School Graduation
Any residential student who enrolls in TAMUC three (3) or more years post High School graduation may request one of the following meal plans.
19 Exchange Plan w/ $400 FLEX
14 Meal Plan w/ $400 FLEX
No Meal Plan
Commuter Meal Plans
Commuter $400 FLEX w/ 5 Dining Room Meals Per Week Price: $950
Commuter $400 FLEX w/ 7 Dining Room Meals Per Week Price: $1,100
Commuter $400 FLEX Price: $400
TSI (If Required)
You do not have to complete the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) if you have met one of the following:
- Met minimum college readiness standard on the SAT or ACT
- Obtained the minimum required score(s) on the statewide high school STAAR EOCs Algebra II and English III exams (these are optional for high schools)
- Met a veteran or active military waiver (must meet specific requirements for each category)
- Received exemption based on earning a prior degree
- Received a transfer exemption (declaration by another institution)
- Completed prior college-level coursework
Students are responsible for providing proof of exemption and will be considered assessment required until documentation is provided of state exemption. For more information, please contact the Testing Center at [email protected].
Apply for Scholarships
To help you pay for your degree, a variety of scholarship opportunities are available at A&M-Commerce including institutional scholarships, outside scholarships and state-funded scholarships. All scholarships are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis as funds are available, so apply as early as you can!
OFFICIAL STEPS TO APPLY – INTERNATIONAL TRANSFER
Step 1. Prepare
College is the next big step in your academic journey!
Residents of foreign countries who wish to enter the university should apply to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions well in advance of the semester they plan to attend. Please note that an international student is any degree-seeking student holding a non-immigrant student visa.
All admission requirements are to be completed a minimum of three months prior to the beginning of the semester. In the case of extenuating circumstances, exceptions to this timeline may be considered on an individual basis.
Keep in mind that your transcripts must be evaluated by an independent credential evaluation agency before being considered for admission
Consider Majors and Request Information
Consider the field of study and degree program you want to pursue at A&M-Commerce. Take some time to review our degree programs. A&M-Commerce offers over 100 different degrees as well as special programs designed to provide the support you need for success!
Request information about the degree programs that interest you.
Our Admission Recruiters want to do everything they can to help you learn about A&M-Commerce and guide you through the process!
Review Admission Requirements
Meet one of the following requirements to be automatically accepted into the Lion Pride.
- Rank in the top 30% of your graduating class
- Have a composite ACT score of 21 or better
- Minimum combined SAT (March 2016 or later) of 1060
Use the A&M-Commerce codes 4088 (ACT) and 6188 (SAT) to submit your scores on act.org or collegeboard.org
Most colleges, including A&M-Commerce, require the completion of a recommended or distinguished high school curriculum which includes:
- English Language Arts (4 credits)
- Mathematics (4 credits)
- Science (4 credits)
- Social Studies (4 credits)
- Language other than English (2 credits)
Learn more about graduation requirements and how they impact A&M-Commerce admissions.
Dual Credit Classes
Dual credit classes are college courses that you have taken through your local community college that also counted toward your high school diploma. In order to receive transfer credit from A&M-Commerce for dual credit classes, you must submit official transcripts to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions from the community college or university where you took your dual credit classes.
For more information or questions, please contact the Office of Undergraduate Admissions at 903-886-5000 or [email protected].
Advanced Placement
A&M-Commerce accepts scores on certain College Board Advanced Placement(AP) tests for credit in selected courses.
Examinations offered by the AP program are administered during late spring by high schools. Interested high school students should contact their high school counselors for information on AP courses their school offers.
AP scores should be forwarded to A&M-Commerce Student Assessment Office. The College Board code for A&M-Commerce is 6188. Scores reported from the spring AP test administration will not be received until late July.
AP Exams for Credit at Texas A&M-Commerce:
AP Course | Req. Score | TAMU-Commerce Course(s) | Sem. Cr.Hours |
| American Government | 3 or higher | PSCI 2301 | 3 |
| American History/U.S. History | 3 or higher | HIST 1301 or 1302 | 3 |
| Art History | 3 or higher | ART 1303 | 3 |
| Art, Studio-2D design | 3 or higher | ART 111 | 3 |
| Art, Studio-3D design | 3 or higher | ART 140 | 3 |
| Art, Studio-Drawing | 3 or higher | ART 110 | 3 |
| Biology | 3 or higher | BIO 1406 | 4 |
| Calculus A/B | 3 or higher | MATH 2413 | 4 |
| Calculus B/C | 3 | MATH 2413 | 4 |
| Calculus B/C | 4 or higher | MATH 2413 & 192 | 8 |
| Chemistry | 3 or higher | CHEM 1305/1105 & 1307/1107 | 8 |
| Computer Science A | 3 or higher | CSCI 126, 151 & 152 | 9 |
| Computer Science A/B | 3 or higher | CSCI 126, 151, 152 & 270 | 12 |
| Economics-Macro | 3 or higher | ECO 2301 | 3 |
| Economics-Micro | 3 or higher | ECO 2302 | 3 |
| Environmental Science | 3 or higher | ENVS 1301 | 3 |
| French | 3 or higher | FREN 131 & 132 | 6 |
| French | 4 or higher | FREN 131, 132, 231 & 232 | 12 |
| Introduction to Sociology | 3 or higher | SOC 1301 | 3 |
| Language and Composition or Literature and Composition | 3 | ENG 1301 | 3 |
| Language and Composition or Literature and Composition | 4 or higher | ENG 1301 & 1302 | 6 |
| Physics 1 | 3 or higher | PHYS 1401 | 4 |
| Physics 2 | 3 or higher | PHYS 1402 | 4 |
| Physics E&M | 4 or higher | PHYS 2425 | 4 |
| Physics Mech. | 4 or higher | PHYS 2426 | 4 |
| Psychology | 3 or higher | PSYC 2301 | 3 |
| Spanish | 3 or higher | SPAN 131 & 132 | 6 |
| Spanish | 4 or higher | SPAN 131, 132, 231, & 232 | 12 |
| Statistics | 3 or higher | MATH 1324 | 3 |
| World History | 3 or higher | HIST 265 | 3 |
For more information or questions, please contact the Office of Undergraduate Admissions at 903-886-5000 or [email protected].
More About AP
How do I send an AP Grade Report to a college or university?
During testing, students are encouraged to choose three schools to submit their exam scores to. If additional copies are needed, please go to https://apscore.collegeboard.org/scores
How do I get involved with the AP Program?
The AP Program is open to students at high schools with AP programs who are willing to accept the challenge of a rigorous curriculum.
For more information, please contact AP Services at 609.771.7300, or toll-free in the United States and Canada at 877.274.6474.
What is the AP Program?
The College Board’s Advanced Placement Program (AP) enables students to pursue college-level studies while still in high school. More than thirty exams in multiple subject areas are offered. AP exams are given nationally at designated high schools during the month of May. AP exams are graded on a scale of 0-5. A score of 3 or higher is needed for credit.
International Baccalaureate Program
The IB Diploma Program is a challenging two-year curriculum leading to assessment in six subject areas: Best Language, Second Language, Individuals and Societies, Experimental Science, Mathematics, Computer Science, and the Arts. The International Baccalaureate (IB) program is a rigorous pre-university program, primarily aimed at students aged 16 to 19, available worldwide through the International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO).
Assessment
At the end of the two-year program you will be assessed in two ways
Grading
Credit
In compliance with SB111, TAMUC offers at least 24 hours of credit to all IB diploma candidates with subject exam scores of 4 or higher. Students with IB certificates or courses are evaluated on a subject by subject basis upon receipt of an IB transcript. TAMUC must have an official score report sent directly from IB to award credit.
View a list of IB Exams offered for credit at A&M-Commerce.
Step 2. Apply
All international undergraduate students applying to A&M-Commerce must complete the freshman ApplyTexas application for international students.
Undergraduate Deadlines – Fall/May 1, Spring/Oct. 1 and Summer/March 1
Use ApplyTexas.org and choose Texas A&M University-Commerce as your school of choice.
Step 3. Submit Documents
Transcripts
Please submit an official, sealed copy of your transcript from each school you previously attended so we can process your admission application. Include a transcript from all schools, including proprietary/career schools, regardless of how long it’s been since you last attended.
Dual-credit freshmen must also submit an official transcript from the institution that offered the dual-credit classes. If you are a senior in high school, please send a transcript through your junior year.
To submit a transcript to A&M-Commerce, contact your previous/current academic institution(s) and request that they mail the transcript to:
Office of Undergraduate Admissions
PO Box 3011
Commerce, Texas 75429-3011
For faster delivery, you may check to see if your previous/current academic institution(s) can submit an electronic version of your transcript to the Undergraduate Admissions Office.
If they offer electronic transcript service, they will provide you with further instructions about how to use this option. A&M-Commerce accepts SPEEDE, National Clearinghouse and Escript-Safe electronic transcripts.
Request Transcript Evaluation
As an international student, you must show proof of successful completion of a course of study equivalent to that required of a U.S. citizen. Your international transcript must be evaluated by an independent credential evaluation agency before we consider you for admission to A&M-Commerce. For freshman admission, high school transcripts need only be evaluated to determine U.S. high school equivalency.
Please contact one of the following agencies for an evaluation of your academic transcript.
FOREIGN CREDENTIALS SERVICES OF AMERICA
INTERNATIONAL ACADEMIC CREDENTIAL EVALUATORS, INC.
EDUCATIONAL CREDENTIAL EVALUATORS, INC.
WORLD EDUCATION SERVICES, INC.
Upon completion of your evaluation, please ask the agency to provide a copy to:
Texas A&M University-Commerce
Office of Admissions
P.O. Box 3011
Commerce, TX 75429-3011
Dual-credit freshmen must also submit an official transcript from the institution that offered the dual-credit classes.
ACT/SAT
ACT or SAT test scores are optional for admission. Use the A&M-Commerce codes 4088 (ACT) and 6188 (SAT) to submit your scores on act.org or collegeboard.org
Proof of Language Proficiency
As an applicant, you must be adequately proficient in English to pursue a course of study at the university. A score of at least 550 paper-based, 213 computer-based or 79 internet-based on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) and an official report of these scores must be submitted to the Office Undergraduate Admissions prior to admission. Please keep in mind that Education Testing Service (ETS) will not release scores that are older than two (2) years.
Undergraduate Exemptions:
- Students who have completed Eng 1301 and Eng 1302, at a U.S. institution, with a grade of “C” or better. Students may provide a certified older score if they have been continuously studying at a U.S. college or university.
- Students who have successfully completed the Texas International Education Consortium (TIEP’s) advanced-level program as defined in the information provided by TIEP and who are seeking admissions to our campus.
- Students who have completed a minimum of one year of study in a Texas public high school with the completion of English III or English IV (including Advance Placement/AP) with a grade of “B” or better.
- Students who are citizens of Australia, New Zealand, the British Virgin Island, Jamaica, United Kingdom, Ireland, Antigua, Northern Ireland, Scotland, South Africa, St. Lucia, Wales, Bahamas, Barbados, Switzerland and Canada (excluding French-speaking Quebec). Proof of citizenship must be provided such as birth certificate or passport.
- Students who have one of the following tests and scores:
CAE: B or Higher
CPE: C or Higher
AT II E: 968 or Higher
IELTS: Overall band 6.0 or Higher
SAT Verbal: 500 or Higher
ACT Verbal: 19 or Higher - Students who have obtained one of the following foreign high school diplomas/tests/scores:
GCE, GCSE, IGCSE: C or higher in English Language
WASC, KCSE, SSCE or equivalent national exams: C or higher in English Language IB (International Baccalaureate): Grade 4 or higher in English subject
Submit Sponsor's Statement
A Sponsor’s Statement (signed by the sponsor) with a current bank statement showing a balance of at least $28,109.00 USD must be submitted to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. Sponsor’s statements and bank statements must be less than one year old at the time of application.
All educational and living expenses (including medical/repatriation insurance) are the responsibility of the student.
International Student Agreement Form
Important Note:
When submitting documents, please keep in mind that mail between the United States and other countries can take as long as four weeks. Sufficient time should be allowed for processing documents. The application deadline is ninety (90) days prior to the beginning of the semester of enrollment. At that time, all required forms (listed above) must be on file with the Texas A&M University-Commerce Office Undergraduate Admissions.
New International Student Guidebook
The International Student Guidebook provides very important pre-arrival and arrival information for our new students. The OIP has compiled information for the most frequently asked questions our new international students have each semester.
Step 4. Apply for Financial Aid and Scholarships
More than 70% of our undergraduate students receive financial aid. Find out how you may be eligible for scholarships or the Work Study Program.
Step 5. After You Have Been Accepted
- Sign up for housing
- New student orientation
- Send your meningitis info
- Register for classes
- Engage with other freshman
- Meet your Success Team
- Check your myLeo account for admission status, financial aid and scholarship info, registration, updates, and deadlines.
TSI (If Required)
You do not have to complete the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) if you have met one of the following:
- Met minimum college readiness standard on the SAT or ACT
- Obtained the minimum required score(s) on the statewide high school STAAR EOCs Algebra II and English III exams (these are optional for high schools)
- Met a veteran or active military waiver (must meet specific requirements for each category)
- Received exemption based on earning a prior degree
- Received a transfer exemption (declaration by another institution)
- Completed prior college-level coursework
Students are responsible for providing proof of exemption and will be considered assessment required until documentation is provided of state exemption. For more information, please contact the Testing Center at [email protected].
Apply for Scholarships
To help you pay for your degree, a variety of scholarship opportunities are available at A&M-Commerce including institutional scholarships, outside scholarships and state-funded scholarships. All scholarships are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis as funds are available, so apply as early as you can!
Obtain a Visa
After admission, the Office of International Programs (OIP) will review your documents for eligibility to receive an I-20 (F-1 visa) or DS-2019 (J-1 student). As soon as the OIP receives your admission file we will send you an email requesting some additional information and also explaining the process for issuing the I-20. We understand that you need the I-20 as quickly as possible so you can apply for the student visa, and we appreciate your patience while we review your admission and issue the I-20.
After admission, the Office of International Programs (OIP) will review your documents for eligibility to receive an I-20 (F-1 visa) or DS-2019 (J-1 student). As soon as the OIP receives your admission file we will send you an email requesting some additional information and also explaining the process for issuing the I-20. We understand that you need the I-20 as quickly as possible so you can apply for the student visa, and we appreciate your patience while we review your admission and issue the I-20.
J-1 international students are required to provide proof of financial support that equals the estimated cost for one year of study at A&M-Commerce. This requirement is based on the financial support requirements for all F-1 students. These documents are bank and sponsor statements.
How to Receive an I-20 or DS-2019Funding Requirement for Undergraduate Student
Meet Vaccination Requirements
Texas state law requires all new students 21 years of age or younger to either receive a bacterial meningitis vaccination or meet the exemption requirements prior to the first day of their first semester. Students who fail to submit their proof of vaccination and have their vaccination approved at least 10 days prior to the first day of their first semester may not be allowed to attend classes at A&M-Commerce. Please note that failure to meet this requirement (only students 21 years of age or younger) may result in serious visa status issues.
Step 4. Apply for Financial Aid and Scholarships
More than 70% of our undergraduate students receive financial aid. Find out how you may be eligible for grants, loans and/or the Work Study Program.
Step 5. After You Have Been Accepted
New Student Orientation
All new undergraduate students are required to participate in New Student Orientation, an important, exciting (and mandatory) step in becoming a part of the A&M-Commerce family.
Reserve your spot for New Student Orientation myLEO > Apps >Freshman Orientation
All orientation sessions will be offered virtually.
There is a $100 fee. This fee does not have to be paid upfront to make a reservation. The fee will be added to your account after attending New Student Orientation. If you receive financial aid, scholarships or other financial assistance, these may be used to cover the orientation fee.
Meet Your Success Team
Your Student Success Team consists of an academic advisor, a financial aid advisor and an academic concierge specific to your college who collaborate to help a group of students meet their educational goals.
- Academic Advisor helps you to navigate registration and your degree plan.
- Academic concierge helps you identify obstacles to your success and connect you to resources.
- Financial aid advisor helps you navigate financial aid.
Bacterial Meningitis Requirement
Your health is a priority here!
Texas Senate Bill 62 requires all students under age 22 entering an institution of higher education (public and private) to either receive a vaccination against bacterial meningitis or meet certain criteria to decline the vaccination 10 days before the first day of the semester.
Important facts about Bacterial Meningitis
Sign Up for Housing
Sign into your myLEO account. *Note: It may take up to 48 hours before you are able to access the housing application after being accepted to the university
- myLeo > Apps > Residential Living and Learning > Housing Application.
- In the drop down menu, select the option that best suits your needs.
- Once you make a selection and click save and continue, your application will appear.
- Please make sure to check the dates on the application to ensure these are the dates you wish to live in on-campus housing. If the dates are correct, click Apply.
Sign Up for a Meal Plan
One Year Post High School Graduation
Any residential student who enrolls at TAMUC within one (1) year of high school graduation is required to have the following meal plan:
19 Exchange Plan w/$400 FLEX
If a student does not select a meal plan, the 19 Exchange Meal Plan will be automatically applied.
Two Year Post High School Graduation
Any residential student who enrolls at TAMUC within two (2) years of high school graduation is required to have one of the following meal plans.
19 Exchange Plan w/$400 FLEX
14 Meal Plan w/$400 Flex
If a student does not select a meal plan, the 14 Meal Plan w/ $400 FLEX will be automatically applied
Three or More Years Post High School Graduation
Any residential student who enrolls in TAMUC three (3) or more years post High School graduation may request one of the following meal plans.
19 Exchange Plan w/ $400 FLEX
14 Meal Plan w/ $400 FLEX
No Meal Plan
Commuter Meal Plans
Commuter $400 FLEX w/ 5 Dining Room Meals Per Week Price: $950
Commuter $400 FLEX w/ 7 Dining Room Meals Per Week Price: $1,100
Commuter $400 FLEX Price: $400
TSI (If Required)
You do not have to complete the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) if you have met one of the following:
- Met minimum college readiness standard on the SAT or ACT
- Obtained the minimum required score(s) on the statewide high school STAAR EOCs Algebra II and English III exams (these are optional for high schools)
- Met a veteran or active military waiver (must meet specific requirements for each category)
- Received exemption based on earning a prior degree
- Received a transfer exemption (declaration by another institution)
- Completed prior college-level coursework
Students are responsible for providing proof of exemption and will be considered assessment required until documentation is provided of state exemption. For more information, please contact the Testing Center at [email protected].
Apply for Scholarships
To help you pay for your degree, a variety of scholarship opportunities are available at A&M-Commerce including institutional scholarships, outside scholarships and state-funded scholarships. All scholarships are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis as funds are available, so apply as early as you can!
The International Student Guidebook provides very important pre-arrival and arrival information for our new students. The OIP has compiled information for the most frequently asked questions our new international students have each semester.
OFFICIAL STEPS TO APPLY – Graduate
Follow the specific steps detailed on your program’s page.
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Begin Your Journey at A&M-Commerce
Be sure to list Texas A&M University-Commerce as your school of choice when completing the admission application through ApplyTexas. A&M-Commerce does not charge an application fee.
Core Curriculum for Initial Transfer Students
The Texas Core Curriculum includes 42 semester hours of required coursework for all Texas undergraduate students. The Core Curriculum helps ensure that Texas undergraduate students develop essential knowledge and skills.
The Texas Core Curriculum requires students to complete:
- Thirty-six semester hours (36 SH) of coursework from a broad variety of disciplines across eight Foundational Component Areas.
- Six semester hours (6 SH) that meet requirements for any one of the Foundational Component Areas. Institutions are allowed to select those six hours to meet institutional priorities and mission. This six-hour element of the Texas Core Curriculum is called the Component Area Option.
View the Core Curriculum in the University Catalog.
Back to menuArticulation Agreements
Find the transfer guide for your previous college or university listed below.
Baptist University of the Americas
Collin County Community College District
- Dual Admissions Agreement
- The Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science (BSES)
- The Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering Degree
Dallas County Community College District
Eastfield College of the Dallas County Community College District
- Bachelor of Arts or Science (Teacher Certification Programs)
- Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences (BAAS) Degree
- Dual Enrollment and Transfer Agreement
- Environmental Science Agreement
- Computer Science & Computer Information Systems
Northeast Texas Community College
- Memorandum of Agreement
- Bachelor of Social Work Articulation Agreement
- Bachelor of Science with a Major in Environmental Science
Trinity Valley Community College
Transfer of Credits from Other Institutions Course Equivalencies
Please note the following information about transfer of credits from other institutions:
- To see a suggested sequence for the requirements of each degree program view: Texas Common Course Numbering System
- Two sequences of American/Texas Government are taught at Texas community colleges and universities.
- Texas Common Courses, GOVT 2305 and GOVT 2306, transfer directly as course equivalents to PSci 220 and 221, respectively.
- Texas Common Courses, GOVT 2301 and 2302, are NOT direct course equivalents for PSci 220 and 221. However, GOVT 2301 and 2302 do transfer together as a complete sequence for PSci 220 and 221.
- Due to the differences in course content at Texas community colleges and universities, it is strongly recommended that students complete the required courses in American/Texas government at the same institution. Students seeking to combine courses from the two sequences should use caution and be aware that only the following alternative combinations of GOVT 2301 and PSci 220/GOVT 2305 or GOVT 2301 and PSci 221/GOVT 2306 fulfill the content requirement of the state of Texas.
- Courses taken at junior or community colleges cannot transfer as advanced hours (course numbers beginning with a 3 or 4 indicate advanced hours).
- The applicability of transferred credit toward a degree is subject to the preparation of an advisement guide within an academic department.
- Students must complete a minimum of sixty (60) semester hours from an upper division institution. While all credit hours presented on the sending institution’s transcripts will be evaluated and equivalent college-level courses posted to the student’s academic record, a maximum of sixty-six (66) semester credit hours from a junior or community college may be applied toward degree requirements.
- College preparatory course work in remedial math, reading and writing are not transferable and do not satisfy college-level requirements at A&M-Commerce.
- When a course is repeated, only the last enrollment for that course will be used in computing the grade point average. The second grade will be used to determine credit earned for the course.
- A grade of “D” is transferable, but a minimum grade of “C” is required in all undergraduate courses in the academic major.
- Courses that transfer but do not have exact equivalent numbers at A&M-Commerce are listed as generic credit. At the discretion of the major department, these courses may fulfill specific degree requirements.
- Core courses completed at other Texas public colleges and universities will satisfy core requirements at A&M-Commerce.
- The transfer grade point average will be used to determine admissibility to the University and scholarship eligibility.
- Official cumulative grade point average is calculated only on courses taken at A&M-Commerce.
The equivalencies presented herein are accurate and complete at the time of publication. A&M-Commerce reserves the right to re-evaluate the transferability of specific courses offered by other institutions, and to amend University course and/or program offerings without prior notice. The evaluation of academic semester hours and course work is the responsibility of the Office of Transfer Admissions unless otherwise noted.
Back to menuBacterial Meningitis Vaccination Requirement
Your health is a priority here!
Texas Senate Bill 62 requires all students under age 22 entering an institution of higher education (public and private) to either receive a vaccination against bacterial meningitis or meet certain criteria to decline the vaccination 10 days before the first day of the semester.
Important facts about Bacterial Meningitis
Vaccination FAQs
How will I know if a vaccination requirement applies to me?
You are NOT required to submit proof of the Bacterial Meningitis vaccine if you:
- Are taking only online courses. Online students under the age of 22 will need to work with their advisers to complete the Online Classes Form that must be submitted to the Undergraduate Admissions office.
- Are 22 years old or older by the first class day of the semester
Where do I submit my forms or vaccination records?
You will not submit your forms or vaccination records to A&M-Commerce. Once you’ve created your Magnus Health account, you can click the upload button within your Magnus account and submit medical records digitally if they are in a pdf or jpg format.
Your Magnus account also offers a form that you can print and take with you to your vaccination appointment. The form can be filled out by the doctor’s office, and then you can upload the form to your Magnus account.
Detailed instructions on how to submit the required documentation are available via a 60-second, introductory video that plays when you log in to your account. If you need additional assistance, please contact Magnus Health’s customer service.
For instructions on how to create a Magnus Health account, see “Getting started with Student Health Tracker” below.
When do I need to complete the meningitis vaccination requirement?
You must have received the bacterial meningitis vaccine within the past five years and at least 10 days prior to the first day of classes in the semester for which you are beginning at A&M-Commerce.
New students will be allowed to register for their New Student Orientation session but will NOT be allowed to register for classes if the bacterial meningitis vaccination requirement has not been met by their orientation session date.
| Admissions Semester | 10 Days Prior Date | 1st day of Classes Date |
| Winter Mini 2021 | December 04, 2020 | December 14, 2020 |
| Spring 2021 | January 01, 2021 | January 11, 2021 |
| May Mini 2021 | May 1, 2021 | May 10, 2021 |
| Summer 1 2021 | May 21, 2021 | May 31, 2021 |
| Summer 2 2021 | July 02, 2021 | July 12, 2021 |
| Aug. Mini 2021 | Aug. 03, 2021 | Aug. 13, 2021 |
| Fall 2021 | Aug. 20, 2021 | Aug. 30, 2021 |
Modification of – Where can I get the meningitis vaccinations?
Check with your local healthcare provider. This vaccination may be covered by your insurance provider.
What are my options if I wish to decline the meningitis vaccination?
You must obtain a waiver, signed by a physician who is duly registered and licensed to practice medicine in the United States, stating that, in the physician’s opinion, the required vaccination for bacterial meningitis would be injurious to your health and well-being.
(Or)
You must sign and submit a Notarized Affidavit stating that you decline the required vaccination for bacterial meningitis for reasons of conscience, including religious belief. Additional information can be found at College Vaccine Requirements.
You will also receive instructions on how to request affidavit forms from the Texas Department of State Health Services once you’ve created your Magnus Health account in your myLEO. The original affidavit document must be mailed to Magnus Health.
Students wishing to use the waiver program must still activate their Magnus Health account to access the forms and link to the waiver option.
To learn more about your options, please visit the Magnus Health Help Desk.
Modification of – What meningitis vaccination do I need?
There are only three types of meningitis vaccinations approved in Sec. 51.9192 of the Education Code and S21.613 of the TAC when the vaccination was required:
- Menomune (MPSV4)
- Menactra (MCV4 or Men ACWY)
- Menveo (MCV4 or MEN ACWY)
At this time, the MenB vaccination will be accepted to meet the vaccination requirement. You should consult a physician or medical practitioner to determine the optimum vaccination protocol for your needs. It is important to note that vaccinations for MenACWY and MenB are not interchangeable. MenB vaccines do not provide protection for MenACWY strains and MenACWY vaccines do not provide protection for MenB strains.
- Trumenba (MenB)
- Bexsero (MenB)
How do I create a Magnus Health account?
A&M-Commerce uses the services of Magnus Health to collect, review and securely store all student documents pertaining to the meningitis vaccine. All first-time and former students must register through Magnus Health’s SMR to ensure that the course registration process is not delayed.
Please follow the instructions below to complete your Magnus Health account:
1. Log into myLEO to enter the Student Portal. You will need your CWID number and password.
2. Click on the myLEO link at the top of the page to enter the Self-Service page.
3. Click on the Verify Meningitis Shot Requirement link found on the Main Menu.
4. You will automatically be directed to Magnus Health’s SMR account page.
5. Your myLEO account is linked to your Magnus Health account through a single sign-on; therefore, you do not need to create an additional username and password.
6. You will be asked to verify your personal information.
7. You will pay a one-time $12.50 processing fee, payable to Magnus Health SMR (debit or credit card required).
8. You will then be guided through the rest of the verification process through Magnus Health.
9. You can access Magnus Health’s SMR by logging into your myLEO account at any time.
