Texas A&M University Quick Start Guide and FAQs

What is Texas A&M University?

The Texas A&M University Centralized Application Service simplifies the process of applying to Texas A&M University programs. You start by selecting the programs you wish to apply to, then you submit one application that includes all necessary materials. Once received by Texas A&M University, your application and materials are transmitted to all of your selected programs.

Start your 2023-2024 application.

Review your 2022-2023 application.

How long does the application process take?

It's important you apply as early as possible since completing your application can be a lengthy process, and since application processing times vary throughout the cycle. Below is a suggested timeline that includes key actions to keep the application process on track. This timeline may need to be adjusted based on your programs' deadlines and requirements.

Timeline	Key Actions
Prior to the Start of the Application Process	Research programs you wish to apply to. Pay special attention to: Cycle dates and deadline requirements. Application fees. Recommendation requirements. Minimum requirements, including prerequisites, standardized test scores, supplemental applications, foreign evaluations, etc. Begin contacting potential recommenders to confirm their participation. Review the instructions in this Help Center.
At Least 3 Months Prior to Deadline	Create your account. Complete the Colleges Attended section. Complete the Recommendations section.
At Least 10-12 Weeks Prior to Deadline	Check in with your recommenders to confirm that they received the recommendation request via email.
At Least 6-8 Weeks Prior to Deadline	Complete and submit your application. Monitor your application and follow up on any missing items.
At Least 4-6 Weeks Prior to Deadline	Continue monitoring your application until your status is Complete.
After Deadline	Download a copy of your application for your records.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Transcripts	Programs and Statuses	Fees and Payments
Do I need to send transcripts? You must upload official transcripts that bear the appropriate signature/stamp of the Registrar or other university official for each college attended. Each program may also require specific transcript types. Check with your programs for more information. Should I send my high school transcripts? No. How do I know what my primary institution is? Your primary institution is the college or university where you earned or will earn your first undergraduate college degree.	How do I remove a program? Your application must always have at least one program selected. To remove a program, click the checkmark next to the program name on the Add Program tab or click the trash icon on the Submit Application tab. Can I apply to more programs after I submit my application? No, you can only apply to one program per application cycle. Should I submit my application if I'm still waiting on recommendations, transcripts, and/or official test scores? Yes. You can submit your application before your recommendations, transcripts, and/or official test scores are received by Texas A&M University. I submitted my application to the wrong program. What do I do? If you would like your application to be considered for a different program, contact the program directly to determine if they can change your selection. Will Texas A&M University update me on the status of my application? Your application status for each program is listed in the Check Status section of the application. Texas A&M University will notify you when recommendations and official test scores are received. When will I learn about admissions decisions? Did I get in!? You must reach out to your program to learn about admissions decisions.	Is there any other way to pay other than by credit card? We currently only accept payments by credit card: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. I want a refund. What do I need to do? Refunds are not given for any reason. Review Refunding/Withdrawing Your Texas A&M University Application for more information.

Transcripts

Programs and Statuses

Fees and Payments

Do I need to send transcripts?: You must upload official transcripts that bear the appropriate signature/stamp of the Registrar or other university official for each college attended. Each program may also require specific transcript types. Check with your programs for more information.

Should I send my high school transcripts?: No.

How do I know what my primary institution is?: Your primary institution is the college or university where you earned or will earn your first undergraduate college degree.

How do I remove a program?: Your application must always have at least one program selected. To remove a program, click the checkmark next to the program name on the Add Program tab or click the trash icon on the Submit Application tab.

Can I apply to more programs after I submit my application?: No, you can only apply to one program per application cycle.

Should I submit my application if I'm still waiting on recommendations, transcripts, and/or official test scores?: Yes. You can submit your application before your recommendations, transcripts, and/or official test scores are received by Texas A&M University.

I submitted my application to the wrong program. What do I do?: If you would like your application to be considered for a different program, contact the program directly to determine if they can change your selection.

Will Texas A&M University update me on the status of my application?: Your application status for each program is listed in the Check Status section of the application. Texas A&M University will notify you when recommendations and official test scores are received.

When will I learn about admissions decisions? Did I get in!?: You must reach out to your program to learn about admissions decisions.

Is there any other way to pay other than by credit card?: We currently only accept payments by credit card: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover.

I want a refund. What do I need to do?: Refunds are not given for any reason. Review Refunding/Withdrawing Your Texas A&M University Application for more information.