Texas A&M University is a public research university with significant influence. The following is a detailed introduction to the school:

School Profile

Long history: The school was founded in 1876 and is the first public higher education institution in Texas. It was originally the Texas Agricultural and Mechanical College, established as a military college for men, and was reorganized into Texas A&M University in 1963.

Excellent geographical location: The main campus is located in College Station, Texas, in the center of the triangle area formed by Houston, Dallas, and Austin, about 150 kilometers from Houston, about 2 hours' drive from the state capital Austin, and about 3-4 hours' drive from Dallas and San Antonio, with convenient transportation.

Large campus scale: The main campus covers an area of ​​more than 5,200 acres and has more than 200 academic buildings. The school has more than 6,000 faculty and staff and more than 60,000 students, of which 71,000 are on the main campus. There are more than 20 academic colleges in the school, offering more than 1,000 academic programs and more than 200 degree programs, covering agriculture and life sciences, architecture, education and human development, earth sciences, literature, science, veterinary medicine, engineering, public affairs management, business, health sciences and many other fields. Some majors have outstanding advantages: Engineering: As a traditional strong school of science and engineering, its College of Engineering ranks in the top ten of the 2023 U.S. NEWS American College of Engineering. It has strong strengths in biological and agricultural engineering, biomedical engineering, chemical engineering, civil engineering, computer science, electronic and computer engineering, and has cultivated many outstanding engineering and technical talents. Agriculture and Life Sciences: The college offers agricultural economics, zoology, biochemistry / Rich majors such as biophysics, horticulture, nutrition and food science have provided a large number of professional talents for the development of the agricultural field and promoted scientific research and practice in related fields.

Business majors: The accounting, finance, information and management, management, marketing and other majors of the business school focus on the combination of practice and theory. Through case analysis, corporate internships and other methods, students can master business knowledge and skills to lay the foundation for future career development.

Veterinary medicine: The biomedical program, large animal clinical medicine, small animal clinical medicine and other majors of the veterinary school are equipped with advanced teaching facilities and an excellent team of teachers to cultivate professional talents for animal health and veterinary industry.

Teaching and research

Teaching focuses on practice and innovation: a variety of teaching methods are adopted, including classroom lectures, experimental courses, case analysis, group discussions, project practice, etc., to cultivate students' innovative thinking and practical ability, so that students can apply what they have learned to practical problems and prepare for future career development.

Strong scientific research strength: The school has more than 100 research centers and institutes. It is one of the six advanced military academies in the United States and has been awarded Funded by NASA (National Aeronautics and Space Administration), the U.S. Department of Defense and other institutions, the school has made remarkable achievements in many fields such as animal cloning, petroleum engineering, marine science, aerospace, etc. It has 9 Nobel Prize winners, 3 regional science medal winners, 1 Pulitzer Prize winner, and many academician-level experts and scholars.

Campus Life

The campus facilities are complete: there are modern teaching buildings, libraries, laboratories, scientific research facilities, various student activity centers, sports facilities and medical facilities on campus. The library has a rich collection of books and can provide a large amount of academic materials and electronic resources. At the same time, the restaurants and cafes on campus provide students with a variety of food and drinks.

Rich student organizations and club activities: there are many student organizations and clubs covering academic, cultural, artistic, sports, public welfare and other aspects, such as student unions, academic clubs, music clubs, sports associations, volunteer organizations, etc. Students can join according to their interests, make friends, and expand interpersonal relationships.

Sports culture is prevalent: the school has rich sports programs and has multiple NCAA Division I The school has established sports teams of various levels, such as football, basketball, and track and field teams. Students can participate in sports competitions, show their sports talents, and cultivate teamwork and competitive awareness. At the same time, the school's sports events also enhance students' sense of belonging and honor on campus.

Ranking and Reputation

World ranking: 134th in the 2024 QS World University Rankings and 118th in the 2024 THE World University Rankings.

Domestic ranking: 51st in the 2024 USNEWS American University Rankings.