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Texas A & M University-Commerce

Commerce, TX·Public·8,249 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and families looking for lower cost. freshman retention is below 65%. a public school with 8,249 students.

93%
Accept
8,249
Students
$11,268
Net Price
46%
Grad Rate
$41,900
Earnings
10 yr
$14,250
Debt

About This School

Texas A & M University-Commerce is a public institution located in Commerce, Texas with approximately 8,249 undergraduate students enrolled. Texas A & M University-Commerce has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 93%. The average net price after financial aid is $11,268 per year. The graduation rate is 46%, and the typical graduate earns $41,900 within 10 years of enrollment.

East Texas A&M University is a public research university in Commerce, Texas, United States. With an enrollment of over 12,000 students as of fall 2017, the university is the third-largest institution in the Texas A&M University System. Founded in 1889, the institution is also the fifth-oldest state university or college in the State of Texas. The university is classified among "R2: High Research Spending and Doctorate Production".

The numbers tell a mixed story here: at just $11,268/year net price and $14,250 median debt, the affordability is genuinely strong, but a 46% graduation rate and 63% freshman retention rate suggest many students struggle to finish — worth asking honestly whether the support systems are a good fit for you. Median earnings of $41,900 a decade out are modest but reasonable given the low debt load, making this a defensible choice financially if you do complete your degree. Worth considering if you're cost-conscious and have a clear plan, but go in with eyes open about the retention challenges and look hard at what resources are available in your specific program.

Setting
Distant town

Popular Programs

Business & Marketing13%
Health Professions5%
Computer Science5%
Education5%
Visual & Performing Arts5%
Psychology4%
Engineering2%
Biological Sciences2%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average Composite1067
Reading 75th %ile590
Math 75th %ile580

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite21

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$10,026
Out-of-State Tuition
$22,626
Avg Net Price
$11,268
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants41%
Median debt at graduation$14,250

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
46%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
63%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$41,900
after enrollment
Median Debt
$14,250
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$14,250
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$36,000
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$41,900
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 2.9x

Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White40%
Black19%
Hispanic/Latino26%
Asian2%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (8,249 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Texas A & M University-Commerce

2200 Campbell Stree

Commerce, TX 75428

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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