Are You a First-Time College Student?

If you’ve never taken college courses (or only took any before or right after high school), you qualify as First-Time in College at Texas A&M University-Victoria.

University Admissions Standards

Assured Admissions Criteria

Freshman students at A&M-Victoria qualify for assured admissions. JUST MEET ONE of the following criteria:

GPA

2.5 unweighted GPA or higher on a 4.0 GPA Scale

Standardized Test

SAT minimum score of 980 or ACT minimum score of 19

Class Rank

Top 50% of your high school class

Student Success Plan

Meet One of These Three:

GPA

2.0-2.49 unweighted GPA on a 4.0 scale

Test Scores

SAT minimum score of 940 or ACT minimum score of 18

Rank

Top 50% of class. You'll create a Student Success plan and meet weekly.

Individual Review (Holistic Appeal)

If you don’t meet the above benchmarks, you can still apply through an appeal, including:

A personal letter of appeal
Two recommendation letters from trusted high school staff
Official transcripts—let us see your potential!

Note:

You must graduate under the Foundation “Endorsement” or “Distinguished” High School Program, or an equivalent rigorous curriculum.
GED holders meet the 2.5 GPA requirement.

Health & Residency: What You Need

Bacterial Meningitis Vaccine: Required for students under 22. Must submit proof of immunization or booster within 5 years.
Residency: Texas residents pay in-state tuition; non-residents pay out-of-state. Learn more about residency criteria.

Admission Path

Complete and submit an Application for Admission on ApplyTexas.org

Pay Application Fee

To complete your application to Texas A&M University-Victoria, a $25 application fee is required. However, you may be eligible for a fee waiver.

Submit Documents & Test Scores

Please request your official high school transcript, test scores (if applicable), and any other supporting documents to be sent directly to Texas A&M University-Victoria's Office of Admissions.

Track Admission Status

Track the progress of your application, submit any additional documents if requested, and stay informed about critical updates.

Application Deadlines

2025 - 2026

Fall: August 12

You must submit the required documents before the deadline for full consideration.

Official Transcript Options

To ensure accurate evaluation, official transcripts must be sent directly from your high school or institution. We do not accept transcripts sent as email attachments.

Preferred Methods:

Electronic: Via TREx (Texas) or EDI for faster processing.
eDoc Services: PDF via secure platforms like Naviance, Parchment, or Speede (FICE: 013231).
Mail:
Office of Admissions
Texas A&M University-Victoria
3007 N. Ben Wilson
Victoria, TX 77901

Questions? Contact the Admissions Office for help.
(361) 570-4323
TheCenter@tamuv.edu

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