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Non-Traditional Admissions

Welcome Future Jaguars!

Maybe you want to take some courses for fun or plan to get another degree. There are a few non-traditional ways to attend Texas A&M University-San Antonio!

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Application Process

*Students who plan on using a fee waiver must complete the application with ApplyTexas. Visit GoApplyTexas.org to get started.

1. Go to BecomeAJaguar.com to create a profile and begin the application process.

2. Pay the $30 application fee and submit your application.

3. Submit official transcripts from all prior universities or colleges attended. Transcripts should not be dated more than one year old from the print date on the transcript.

  • Post-baccalaureate students: The office of admissions will determine, once verifying that you have already earned a bachelor’s degree, that you are a post-baccalaureate student.
  • Transient students: Your most recent transcript will be reviewed and must show that the student is in Good Standing with the last institution attended.

Transcripts should be sent via mail to:

Texas A&M University-San Antonio
Office of Admissions
One University Way
San Antonio, TX 78224

If previous institutions participate in the sending of secure electronic transcripts (e-script, National Student Clearinghouse, Parchment, or Trans Networks) transcripts must be sent via email to: admissions.office@tamusa.edu

Important Dates:

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Spring 2023

Priority Application Deadline - November 1 Final Application Deadline - December 1

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Summer 2023

Priority Application Deadline - April 1 Final Application Deadline - July 1

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Fall 2023

Priority Application Deadline - March 15 Final Application Deadline - July 15

Have Questions? Let's Connect!

As you make your way through the enrollment process questions will come up!

Frequently Asked Questions

Check out these commonly asked question from previous students! If you have a question that still needs to be answered, let's talk! Call the Welcome Center at 210-784-1300.

  • What majors do you offer?

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    Texas A&M University-San Antonio offers 30+ Academic Programs! Click on the button below to view the programs available.
  • How do I pay for college? And what resources do you offer at A&M-SA?

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    A&M-San Antonio has a Jaguar Excellence Guarantee to provide boundless opportunities to help you achieve your dreams. For all your paying for college needs, visit the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships office to deep dive into the funding available.
  • What credits will transfer over to Texas A&M University-San Antonio?

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    Create an account & access the Transfer Equivalency Tool to determine what courses from other colleges and universities will carry over into A&M-SA.
  • Do I need to be TSI ready even though I am a transfer student?

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    Although not a requirement for admission to the University, transfer students must be TSI ready in all areas before they can register for 3000 and 4000 (junior and senior) level courses. Additionally, any transfer student admitted to the University who is not TSI ready in any of the three areas (math, reading, and writing) should meet with an Academic Advisor to determine the best course of action regarding coursework and TSI testing.
  • Do you have any transfer guides that help determine what credit to take to transfer over in the future?

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    Yes, take a look at the Transfer Guides here for the current transfer partners list with details!