Application Process
The application process for Transfer students is listed below. However, if you have any questions about one of the steps, an Admissions Counselor is only a phone call or email away to assist you at any time in your journey.
- Go to BecomeAJaguar.com to create a profile and begin the application process. OR, if you plan on using a fee waiver, you must complete the application with ApplyTexas.
- Pay the $30 application fee and submit your application.
- Submit college transcripts via one of the following methods:
- EDI-Electronic Data Interchange (for Texas Colleges and Universities only)
- Sent directly from the prior institution to the Admissions email: admissions@tamusa.edu
- By mail to:
Texas A&M University-San Antonio
Office of Admissions
One University Way
San Antonio, TX 78224 - Other third-party vendors that deliver official transcripts to TAMUSA include: Parchment, National Student Clearinghouse, Greenlight, Scribbles, and e-Scrip Safe.
- NOTE: All documents submitted through the application at apply.tamusa.edu are considered unofficial. Please reference the list above for information on official document submissions.
For Transfer Students with 29 Credits or Less Only:
- Submit your high school transcript (required) and SAT or ACT test scores (optional*) to the Office of Admissions. SAT & ACT: Scores will be accepted via direct transmission from a testing agency:
- SAT Code: 5996
- ACT Code: 5350
*According to state law, all students are required to take the TSIA 2 exam to assess college readiness. By submitting your SAT or ACT test scores, you could become exempt from TSIA 2. Students should check with their high school to see when the TSIA 2 exam will be offered. You can also take the TSIA 2 at the Testing Center on campus.
ADMISSIONS CRITERIA
Texas A&M University-San Antonio’s admissions criteria is based on several factors including how many credits you have earned prior to enrollment.
Transfer Students with 30+ Credits |
Transfer Students with 29 Credits or Less |
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Automatic admission is granted to transfer students who have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale and are eligible to return to all previously attended colleges or universities. |
Automatic admissions is granted to students who meet the requirements for Transfer Students with 30+ Credits and the First-Year admissions requirements as listed below:
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First-year Transfers:
Applicants with 3.24 GPA or below with no test scores or scores below the minimum based on GPA, will be admitted with the following:
- English: English 3 and 4 with a B grade or better
- Math: Average of C+ (75-79) grade or better in Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry or Advanced Math
- Science: Average of C+ (75-79) grade or better in Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Advanced Science
- Social Studies: Average of B or better in World History, World Geography, US History, TX History, US Government or Economics
- Language other than English o 2 credits with an average of C+ grade or better
High School Program, Curriculum or Course Work2: Recommended or Distinguished High School Program or Foundation High School Program with Endorsement(s)
Conditional Admission and Requirements for Full Admission (Students on an F-1 Visa cannot be conditional)
Students who do not meet the requirements for regular admission; adult students without test scores and with no college-level work who graduated five or more years prior to the application; or students who received a GED, attended school at home, attended school outside the U.S. (including International students) or attended a non-accredited high school will be reviewed through A&M-San Antonio’s Committee Review Process. The Committee Review Process may take into consideration the following additional criteria for admission:
- High school attended
- First-generation status
- Employment
- Special abilities
- Extracurricular school activities
- Individual achievement
- Leadership activities
- Other public service-related activities:
International Applicant English Proficiency Requirements*: TOEFL: 500 Paper-based; 61 Internet-based IELTS: 6.0
*If applicable (country specific)
Frequently Asked Questions
What majors do you offer?
How do I pay for college? And what resources do you offer at A&M-SA?
What credits will transfer over to Texas A&M University-San Antonio?
Do I need to be TSI ready even though I am a transfer student?
Do you have any transfer guides that help determine what credit to take to transfer over in the future?
What if I am a returning student? What is the process like?
What if I want to enroll at A&M-SA but not pursue a degree?