Texas A&M University--College Station (Look)

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College Station, TX

Texas A&M University--College Station (Look)

Work 301 Wisenbaker Research Center, 3126 TAMU College Station, TX 77843
Work(979) 845-7200
Admissions E-mail : essap@tamu.edu Web site : http://www.tamu.edu/admissions
Electronic application : http://www.applytexas.org

Overview : Texas A&M University--College Station

(Look)
Admissions

Application deadline rolling

Application fee $50

Fall 2009 Financial Aid Information

In state, full-
time: $3,708
In state, part-
time: $1,854
Tuition Out of state,
full-time:
$8,712 Out of
state, part-
time: $4,356

$1,970 per
Required fees
credit hour

Student Body

2007 Total graduate engineering enrollment 2,428

Fall 2007 Admissions Statistics

Total applicants (master's and Ph.D.) 4,915

Total acceptances (master's and Ph.D.) 1,827

2007 Overall acceptance rate 37.2 %

Fall 2009 Admissions Information

Application deadline rolling

Application fee $50

Application fee for international students $75

Director of admissions Dr. N.K. Anand

Fall 2007 Enrollment

Total first-year enrollment (master's and Ph.D.) 718

GRE required? Yes

2007 New entrants in master's program

Average GPA of new entrants in master's

3
program

Average verbal GRE score of new entrants in

508
master's program

Average quantitative GRE score of new

755
entrants in master's program

Average analytical GRE score of new entrants

N/A
in master's program

Average writing GRE score of new entrants in

3
master's program

TOEFL

TOEFL required for international students? Yes

Mechanical engineering phone number (979) 845-1270

Mechanical engineering E-mail mcornett@tamu.edu

http://www.mengr.tamu.ed
Mechanical engineering website
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 Students specializing in mechanical
15.4 %
engineering

2007 Overall acceptance rate 37.2 %

Cost : Texas A&M University--College Station (Look)

Financial Aid Contact Information

Joseph P.
Financial aid director
Pettibon, II

(979) 845-
Financial aid phone
3236

2007-2008 Expenses

In state, full-
time: $3,708
In state, part-
time: $1,854
Tuition Out of state,
full-time:
$8,712 Out of
state, part-
time: $4,356

2007-2008 Required fees $1,970

Room and board $9,679

Books and supplies $940

Miscellaneous expenses $2,551

Texas Tech University

You can complete your masters study at low cost. On campus jobs available. Around half of the
students get funding.
TEXAS A & M UNIVERSITY 17,324 12,426 71.7%

Requirements for Graduate Application Process

1. On-Line Application
a. A completed Apply Texas application. Apply online at www.applytexas.org. The name on your
application must match your name as it appears in your passport.
 b. Applicants to the Mays MBA Program should use the on-line application specific to that program by
clicking here. Applicants to the Mays Graduate Programs (MS, MLERE, PHD) should use the on-line
application specific to those programs by clicking here.
2. Application Fee

A nonrefundable $50 application fee. The application fee may be paid by check, money order or approved credit
card. Applicants who wish to pay by credit card may do so as part of the online application. If you are unable to
pay the fee online, you may call the Fee Office (see Admissions Contact Information for phone number).
a. If paying by credit card: be advised that your credit card will be charged a small non-refundable
transaction fee.
b. Checks or money orders (U.S. dollars) should be made payable to Texas A&M University. Checks or
money orders are accepted provided they display an agency bank in the United States and have magnetic
ink character recognition (MICR) routing numbers at the bottom.
c. The $50 fee required of U.S. citizens or permanent residents may be waived only in exceptional cases for
low-income applicants and McNair Scholars. To receive the waiver, low-income applicants must submit a
letter from their financial aid advisor or other officer qualified to verify financial need. McNair Scholars
must submit a letter from their McNair Program Director verifying their status as a McNair Scholar in good
standing to receive the fee waiver. Waiver request documentation should include the applicant's full name,
address, date of birth, application semester, the name and title of the verifying officer and date of the
request. Documentation should be sent to Graduate Admissions at the address listed below.
d. The departments of Chemistry, Biochemistry, and Chemical Engineering will pay the application fee for
prospective students who are U.S. citizens, permanent residents of the U.S., or international applicants
who expect to receive a B.S. or M.S. from an accredited institution in the U.S.
3. Official Transcripts and Records

To ensure that your official transcripts and other supporting documents are processed in a timely and efficient
manner, please include the appropriate Document ID Sheet with all documents you submit in support of your
application. Click here to download the Document ID sheets.
a. Submit official transcripts from all colleges or universities attended. NOTE: You do not need to submit an
official transcript from Texas A&M University.
b. Institutions that use the national ANSI ASC X12 transcript format (SPEEDE) prefer to receive transcripts
electronically. Many universities can use the electronic format. Electronic transcripts can be processed
much faster than paper transcripts.
c. If the institution cannot use this format and you have attended an American or Canadian college or
university, one official transcript is required. Please ask each registrar to enclose one copy of your
transcript in a sealed, signed envelope. Please mail this envelope, with the seal unbroken and the
registrar's signature intact, to the Office of Admissions and Records at the address below. If the registrar
will not release your transcripts to you in a sealed envelope, transcripts may be sent by the registrar
directly to:

Graduate Admissions Processing

Office of Admissions and Records
Texas A&M University
P.O. Box 40001
College Station, TX 77842-4001
4. Test Scores

Required test scores (GRE or GMAT) should be sent directly from the Educational Testing Service to Texas
A&M University and be from a test date within five years of the date the application form reached the Office of
 Admissions and Records. Use code 6003 for reporting GRE scores (Department code not needed). Contact the
department to which you are applying for information regarding the reporting of GMAT scores.
a. Graduate Record Examinations (GRE) web site.
b. Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) web site.
5. Permanent Resident Card/I-551/I-485

Permanent residents must submit a copy of the front side of their Permanent Resident card or proof of issuance
of an I-551. Applicants for permanent residency must submit a copy of their I-485 indicating that an application
to adjust status to permanent resident is pending with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
The following items are department specific and should be submitted to your individual department. Click
<here> for department links where you may obtain contact information and mailing address.
6. Letters of Recommendation

Graduate applicants should provide three recommendations from individuals who are familiar with your
academic achievement and potential. If you have been out of school for a number of years and are unable to
contact former professors, you may submit non-academic references (e.g., employers). Please be aware that
TAMU does not automatically contact the references you may have listed on your ApplyTexas application.

Applicants to certain majors may access the electronic letter of recommendation system available via the
Applicant Information System (AIS) through the Howdy! Portal (http://howdy.tamu.edu) or at
http://applicant.tamu.edu. Applicants to CPSY, EPSY, SPSY, EDTC, EDAD, and EHRD are advised to
contact their department for instruction on submitting recommendations.
7. Statement of Purpose or Essay

Applicants are required to submit a Statement of Purpose. This may be accomplished by completing the Essay
portion of the Apply Texas application online at www.applytexas.org. Applicants who prefer to send the
Statement of Purpose separately may do so by submitting it in a word document format.
8. Resume or Curriculum Vitae

Graduate applicants are required to submit a either a Resume or Curriculum Vitae to their departments.
MAIL YOUR APPLICATION
All credentials should be sent to:
Graduate Admissions Processing
Office of Admissions and Records
Texas A&M University
P.O. Box 40001
College Station, TX 77842-4001
Credentials sent via overnight mail (or presented in person) should be sent to:
Graduate Admissions Processing
Texas A&M University
General Services Complex
750 Agronomy Road, Suite 1601
0200 TAMU
College Station, TX 77843-0200
(Please check with your department of interest for any additional application requirements.)
Graduate
Program
The department provides excellent learning and research opportunities for graduate students. It is
organized into four academic divisions --- materials, mechanics and design, systems and
controls, and thermal and fluid sciences. Our graduate program is a team of almost sixty
outstanding tenured or tenure-track faculty, other faculty and staff, and 375 graduate students.
We invite you to be a part of our team as we scale the next peak of excellence. [Read more...]

Design
Design research at Texas A&M University focuses on creating knowledge, methods,
representations, processes, and future design researchers to enable both superior practice and ...
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materials
Areas of research include ceramics, polymers, metals, composites, elasticity, plasticity, vibration,
fracture mechanics, stress analysis, and physical properties. [Read more...]

mechanics
The Mechanics group teaches a combination of basic tools of fundamental mechanics subjects,
design processes, problem solving techniques and the ability to think and formulate
engineering ...
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Systems and controls

Students having career-related work experience prior to graduation have a distinct advantage
when entering the job market. Our students gain professional work ...
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Thermal and fluid sciences

Research in general areas such as aerosol mechanics, combustion, energy, fluid mechanics, and
heat transfer, with the main objectives being the ...
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Getting Ready to Start Your Application application checklist

Texas A&M University - International Graduate Admission for Fall 2009

Items to complete Deadline

March 1, 2009
Admissions application
 • Page 1: biographical information
• Page 2: additional information
• Page 3: educational background & test information
• Page 4: colleges attended
• Page 5: employment, references & honors
• Page 6: summary of educational experience
• Page 7: preliminary visa information
• Page 8: custom questions for this university

Essays March 1, 2009

• Statement of Purpose (Required)

Steps between Being Admitted & Registering for Classes

Our goal is to make this process easier by explaining the steps you need to take between being
admitted and getting registered for your classes.

As an international student, there are many preparations you will need to make prior to your arrival at the university.
Several departments may be involved in this process and we will provide links that will direct you to their website
where you will find additional information.

Checklist for International Graduate:

1. Certificate of Eligibility (I-20)
For information about obtaining your Certificate of Eligibility (I-20), or to track the progress of the processing of
your I-20, click http://international.tamu.edu/iss/people/newstudents.asp.
2. International Student Check-In and Orientation
Check-in and Orientation is mandatory for incoming international students and must be completed prior to your
being allowed to register. For more information on check-in dates, click
http://international.tamu.edu/iss/checkin_orientation/checkin.asp.
3. New Graduate Student Orientation
The New Graduate Student Orientation is a university-wide program offered to all incoming graduate students.
It will provide a terrific overview of what you can expect at Texas A&M University - both as a student and as a
resident of “Aggieland.” Orientation will also offer you a chance to meet campus leaders, administrators, and
fellow graduate students. For more information click http://ogs.tamu.edu/orientation.
4. Expenses & Financing for Graduate Students
For information on topics such as Tuition and Fees, Fellowships, Grants and Financial Aid for graduate
students, please visit the Office of Graduate Studies web page http://ogs.tamu.edu/prospective/financial/,
click on the Prospective Students heading and again on Expenses & Financing Your Texas A&M Graduate
Education.
5. Immunizations
 International students are required to provide proof of immunizations. To view the list of recommended
immunizations, visit Texas A&M University Health Center's Immunizations page
http://shs.tamu.edu/immunizations.htm.
6. Housing Options
Texas A&M University offers shuttle bus transportation for a large area in the surrounding Bryan/College Station
community. For a listing of stops on the shuttle bus route, click
http://transport.tamu.edu/transit/offcampus.aspx. This information will provide useful if you need to choose
housing in an area on the shuttle bus route.

International Student Services has several links that you will find helpful in locating off-campus housing at their
Arrival and Housing Information for New International Students web page at
http://international.tamu.edu/iss/checkin_orientation/resources_arrival.asp#Housing_Information.
The following web page http://studentlife.tamu.edu/agoss/ offers additional links and information to housing
locator services, information about the local community, as well as information for graduate students with
children.
7. Off-Campus Survival Manual
This annually-updated manual provides information and resources beneficial to all new Aggies! From types of
housing available, local properties amenities, guide to signing a lease, helpful forms, map of properties, utilities,
and other great resources. Visit this link (http://studentlife.tamu.edu/agoss/publications/SurvivalManual/) to
request a Survival Manual to be mailed to you.
8. English Language Proficiency
Texas A&M University requires students from other countries to demonstrate their ability to speak, write, and
understand the English language.
There are two levels of English Proficiency Status for graduate students: English Proficiency Verified and
English Proficiency Certified. An English Proficiency Certification is required, by the State of Texas, before a
graduate student is eligible to serve as a Graduate Assistant-Teaching, or any other position considered to be a
teaching position (e.g., instructor, lecturer, etc.). All other students must be either English Proficiency Verified or
English Proficiency Certified.
English Proficiency Verification can be achieved by presenting:
a. A TOEFL score of at least 213 computer-based [cBT] (80 internet-based [iBT], 550 paper-based [pBT]), or
b. An IELTS score of at least 6.0 overall band, or
c. A GRE verbal score of at least 400, or
d. A GMAT verbal score of at least 22, or
e. Obtaining a US Bachelor's or Master's degree through study solely in the US
Individual colleges may choose to establish minimum TOEFL standards that exceed the University minimum for
English Proficiency Verification. Scores from TOEFL examinations administered more than two years before
submission of the application for admission shall not be eligible for English Proficiency Verification.
English Proficiency Certification can be achieved by:
f. Scoring at least 80 on each of the six sections of the English Language Proficiency Examination (ELPE),
or
g. Obtaining grades of A or B in English Language Institute (ELI) courses at the 300 level or higher, or
h. Requesting alternative certification by the Office of Graduate Studies. Students who have received a
baccalaureate degree following four years of study at an accredited U.S. institution will qualify for English
Proficiency Certification under this alternative.
 International students who fail to attain a score of at least 80 on ONE of the six sections but attain a score of 80
or more on the other sections, may appeal their results. Such students should contact their departmental
graduate advisor for further information.
Graduate students who have completed an equivalent English training program at an institution other than
Texas A&M may request English Proficiency Verification or Certification. Verification or Certification on this
basis is requested through the Departmental Graduate Advisor. The student should provide the Departmental
Graduate Advisor with documentation to support their Verification or Certification. If the department concurs
with the request, the Department Graduate Advisor will submit a letter, recommending and requesting
Verification or Certification and documentation, to the Office of Graduate Studies. The Office of Graduate
Studies will determine on a case-by-case basis whether Verification or Certification is granted.
For more information about English Language Proficiency, please visit the following site:
http://international.tamu.edu/iss/people/newstudents_elpe.asp.
9. Arrival Information
Shuttle service is provided for new incoming international students from select airports on specific dates. If you
would like to take advantage of this service, please visit
http://international.tamu.edu/iss/checkin_orientation/resources_arrival.asp for more information.
10. Financial Resources
International applicants who are accepted must submit evidence of their ability to support themselves and any
accompanying dependents before a Certificate of Eligibility can be issued. For information about the amount
and type of evidence that must be submitted, visit the ISS website at
http://international.tamu.edu/iss/checkin_orientation/resources_arrival.asp. On this website, you will find
an Estimated Expenses Sheet to guide you.
11. Transfer-In Form
An international student who is accepted to the University and who has attended another school in the United
States (language school, college, or university) will receive a Transfer-In Form (TIF) with the acceptance letter.
This form describes the student's immigration status for the semester immediately before enrolling at Texas
A&M University. It also prompts the current school to release the student to Texas A&M by entering a release
date in the federal government's SEVIS (Student and Exchange Visitor Information System) database. The TIF
needs to be received and processed by the International Student Services (ISS) Office before an international
student can receive the Certificate of Eligibility. The TIF can be downloaded from the ISS website at
http://international.tamu.edu/iss/people/prospective.asp.

Immigration Information
International Student Services (ISS) issues a Certificate of Eligibility, I–20s for F–1 visa holders and DS-2019s for J-1
visa holders. ISS also provides information for international students about which immigration status is the most
appropriate for them while attending Texas A&M University. Please complete the Immigration Questionnaire so that
you can be advised and the proper documentation can be issued. The Immigration Questionnaire and other important
documents and information are available at http://international.tamu.edu/iss/people/newstudents.asp under the
New Student tab.

For additional immigration advice, please contact:

International Student Services
(979) 845-1151
Fax (979) 862-4633
E-mail: ISS@tamu.edu
Website: http://international.tamu.edu/iss
International Graduate
• When Can I Register For My Classes?
New graduate students will register for their first semester classes after International Student Check-In with ISS.
International Graduate Students should then meet with their graduate advisor for assistance in registering for
classes.
• Is Health Insurance Required?
The following link will provide information on the universities regulations on health insurance:
http://international.tamu.edu/iss/insurance/forstudents.asp.
• Are There Any International Clubs/Organizations I Can Join?
There are many clubs and organizations approved by the university. Information on various clubs, religious
organizations and additional community programs, including how you can join, can be found at the following
link: http://international.tamu.edu/iss/people/currentstudents.asp, under the heading Community Activities.
• Am I Allowed to Work While Attending School?
Most student visas allow students to be employed while enrolled in courses. For more information please visit
http://international.tamu.edu/iss/immigration/f1students.asp, under the heading Work Authorization.
• Is Financial Aid Available for International Students?
The following page http://international.tamu.edu/iss/financial/financial.asp, was created to provide
international students attending Texas A&M with detailed, up-to-date information about financial assistance.