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NAME: Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi
LOCATION: Corpus Christi, Texas, USA
SCHOOL SEARCH: University
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Location |
Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi in Corpus Christi, Texas, population 300,000, is located on an island
and has its own beach and easy access to miles of Gulf Coast beachfront.
Corpus Christi was named one of the nation’s top 10 Spring Break destinations. TAMUCC is just minutes
away from Padre Island, a popular beach resort.
Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi provides a mild climate and outdoor activities year round. TAMUCC
is only a 2 hour drive from San Antonio and a 3 hour drive from Houston.
Top 10 Advantages offered by Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi
- Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is a member of The Texas A&M University System.
- U.S. News & World Report has included Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi many times in its list of best colleges and universities.
- At Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi more than 91 percent of the faculty have the highest degree in their field.
- Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi offers Academic English & University Entrance for academically qualified undergraduate, graduate and doctoral students.
- No TOEFL is required of ESLI graduates. Academically qualified students who complete the Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi ESLI language center program and receive the recommendation of the ESLI director and faculty, may enroll in the Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi degree program with no TOEFL requirement.
- The College of Business programs are accredited by the prestigious AACSB.
- A majority of the incoming freshmen are ranked in the top quarter of their high school class.
- Students at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi enjoy University housing which offers spectacular bay views, a clubhouse and a swimming pool.
- The students enjoy a 17:1 student-to-faculty ratio at TAMUCC.
- Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi ESLI language center prepares students for entry into the Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi degree programs. Short-term students are invited and welcome.
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Academic Excellence |
Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern
Association of Colleges and Schools to award bachelor, master’s and doctoral degrees. The business
bachelor and master degree programs are accredited by AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate
Schools of Business) and the geographic information science program is accredited by ABET
(Accreditation Board for Engineering Technology) and ASAC (Applied Science Accreditation Commission).
More than 91 percent of the faculty has the highest degree in their field. A majority of the
incoming freshmen are ranked in the top quarter of their high school class. The 8,200 students
enrolled enjoy a 17:1 student-to-faculty ratio.
U.S. News & World Report has included Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi many times in its list
of best colleges and universities, and they are the only senior-level institution to twice receive
the prestigious Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Star Award.
The TAMUCC coastal, marine and environmental research are very popular programs. The Geographic
Information Science program is the only one of its kind in Texas.
The computer science program includes 16 labs and research in database and information systems,
computer-aided education and environmental science.
The College of Business programs are accredited by the prestigious AACSB (Association to Advance
Collegiate Schools of Business). The accounting students have a record of passing the CPA exam
at a rate that places TAMUCC among the top public universities in Texas.
Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi offers bachelor, master and doctoral degrees in education.
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Campus |
Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is a state university and is a member of the Texas A&M
University System. Situated on a 240-acre coastal island, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi’s
modern campus serves a diverse student body of 8,200 students.
The Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi campus is one of the most scenic and beautiful in
Texas and includes tropical landscape as well as a hike and bike trail that circles the island.
The University Beach can be used for studying, recreation and project research.
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Housing |
Living on campus adds an extra dimension to your university experience. University housing offers
spectacular bay views, a clubhouse and a swimming pool. The recreation room has a pool table, ping
pong table, fitness center, games and TV.
The apartments are furnished and have individual bedrooms. Students share a living area including
full-sized kitchen with microwave, dishwasher, stove, refrigerator, disposal and icemaker. Each
apartment is wired for local phone service and cable television. The cost per month includes furniture
and utilities (electric, gas, water, local phone and cable).
Camden Miramar residence halls feature two adjacent suites with a shared bathroom. A combination
kitchen/laundry facility and group study/meeting room is available on each floor. All residence
hall rooms are equipped with high-speed Internet access.
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Activities |
 A&M-Corpus Christi offers an incredible
lifestyle with a wide range of student activities and programs designed to help you explore your abilities
and reach your potential. Corpus Christi is a thriving city with all kinds of entertainment geared to the
young adult crowd. Enjoy hundreds of concerts, shows and plays, sporting events and festivals.
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