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Texas A&M University-Kingsville

Texas A&M-Kingsville

Kingsville, Texas 78363

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Mid-SizeRuralPublicEngineering Focus

Known for engineering — excellent value

Texas A&M University-Kingsville is a public institution in Kingsville with particular strength in engineering and business. With an average SAT of 1030, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A mid-sized campus of 4.6K undergraduates with a 16:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.

46% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $51,450 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $10,204.

Established
1925
Mascot
Porky the Javelina
Type
Public research university
Division
Division II

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92%Acceptance
1030SAT Avg
4,622Students
16:1Student:Faculty
46%Grad Rate
$51,450Earnings 10yr
$10,204Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Texas A&M University-Kingsville Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate92.3%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1030

Reading & WritingMid: 505
480600
MathMid: 505
500560

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

92.3%

Trend

SAT Avg

1030

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (in-state)$9,892
Tuition (out-of-state)$26,106
Room & Board$10,823
Books & Supplies$1,190
Total Cost of Attendance$22,262
Average Net Price$10,204
Median Debt at Graduation$22,934
Monthly Payment (10yr)$243

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$8,028
$30–48K$8,470
$48–75K$11,410
$75–110K$15,502
$110K+$17,903

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

53.5%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$15,873

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

30

Peer Average

37

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones

Incident Breakdown (2024)

6

Burglary

1

Aggravated Assault

1

Robbery

2

Motor Vehicle Theft

4

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

9

Drug Arrests

7

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (131)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

67%

Negative
  • •67% first-year retention rate
  • •Active student organizations
  • •Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
4,622
Gender Split
50% / 50%
Women / Men
First Generation
46%
Pell Grant Recipients
55%

Race & Ethnicity

White 15%
Black 4%
Hispanic 76%
Asian 1%
Two+ 1%
Int'l 2%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate45.6%
Freshman Retention67.0%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$44,882
10 Years$51,450

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#352
↑2
vs 2024
Washington Monthly
#383
↓2
vs 2024

More About This School

Varsity Sports

Varsity teams

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

SAT San Antonio143 mi
AUS Austin185 mi
IAH Houston Intercontinental230 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA1820 mi · ~52h 35m drive
New York, NY1633 mi · ~47h 11m drive
Hartford, CT1728 mi · ~49h 55m drive
Providence, RI1788 mi · ~51h 39m drive
Albany, NY1708 mi · ~49h 21m drive
Syracuse, NY1620 mi · ~46h 48m drive
Rochester, NY1564 mi · ~45h 11m drive
Buffalo, NY1502 mi · ~43h 23m drive
Philadelphia, PA1555 mi · ~44h 55m drive
Pittsburgh, PA1354 mi · ~39h 7m drive
Harrisburg, PA1485 mi · ~42h 54m drive
Newark, NJ1626 mi · ~46h 58m drive
Washington, DC1433 mi · ~41h 24m drive
Baltimore, MD1466 mi · ~42h 21m drive
Atlanta, GA909 mi · ~26h 16m drive
Charlotte, NC1135 mi · ~32h 47m drive
Raleigh, NC1264 mi · ~36h 31m drive
Miami, FL1098 mi · ~31h 43m drive
Orlando, FL1008 mi · ~29h 7m drive
Tampa, FL943 mi · ~27h 15m drive
Nashville, TN882 mi · ~25h 29m drive
New Orleans, LA502 mi · ~14h 30m drive
Richmond, VA1373 mi · ~39h 40m drive
Chicago, IL1148 mi · ~33h 10m drive
Detroit, MI1320 mi · ~38h 8m drive
Minneapolis, MN1232 mi · ~35h 35m drive
St. Louis, MO886 mi · ~25h 36m drive
Kansas City, MO822 mi · ~23h 45m drive
Indianapolis, IN1080 mi · ~31h 12m drive
Columbus, OH1209 mi · ~34h 56m drive
Cleveland, OH1330 mi · ~38h 25m drive
Milwaukee, WI1208 mi · ~34h 54m drive
Dallas, TX369 mi · ~10h 40m drive
Houston, TX217 mi · ~6h 16m drive
Austin, TX190 mi · ~5h 29m drive
San Antonio, TX136 mi · ~3h 56m drive
Los Angeles, CA1287 mi · ~37h 11m drive
San Francisco, CA1587 mi · ~45h 51m drive
San Diego, CA1205 mi · ~34h 49m drive
Seattle, WA1912 mi · ~55h 14m drive
Portland, OR1841 mi · ~53h 11m drive
Denver, CO937 mi · ~27h 4m drive
Phoenix, AZ938 mi · ~27h 6m drive
Salt Lake City, UT1213 mi · ~35h 3m drive
Honolulu, HI3763 mi · ~108h 43m drive
Deep South / Subtropical (warm winters, hot summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

San Antonio (SAT)143 miles
Rental car
215 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
286 min$172-286
Austin (AUS)185 miles
Rental car
278 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
370 min$222-370

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