Texas A&M University-Central Texas is a public 4-year college in Killeen, Texas with 1,750 undergraduates. It admits 100% of applicants, costs an average of $4,107 a year after grants and graduates 33% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Texas A&M University-Central Texas acceptance rate and admissions
Texas A&M University-Central Texas admitted 100% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Neither required nor recommended (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
Texas A&M University-Central Texas tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees, in-state (2025-26) | $7,383 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state (2025-26) | $17,174 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $17,125 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $4,107 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $4,107 a year after grants and scholarships, $13,018 less than the full cost of attendance. This figure covers in-state students.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students paying in-state tuition, by family income (2024-25):
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Texas A&M University-Central Texas graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 33% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $55,645 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $18,750 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 34% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Texas A&M University-Central Texas majors and what graduates earn
Texas A&M University-Central Texas awarded bachelor's degrees in 25 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from nursing ($95,566).
All 25 majors at Texas A&M University-Central Texas
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing | 12 | $96,095 | $95,566 | n/a |
| Air Transportation | 31 | n/a | $70,147 | $12,500 |
| Accounting | 16 | $55,405 | $66,786 | $22,934 |
| Computer and information sciences | 71 | $55,880 | $63,281 | $14,684 |
| Human resources | 25 | $40,795 | $58,919 | $22,219 |
| Social work | 27 | $42,136 | $58,052 | $14,226 |
| Business administration | 43 | $48,016 | $55,689 | $18,397 |
| Liberal arts and general studies | 66 | $45,826 | $50,375 | $20,017 |
| Interdisciplinary studies, other | 2 | $47,838 | $50,276 | n/a |
| Criminal justice | 38 | $43,575 | $43,901 | $23,629 |
| Psychology | 47 | $37,944 | $42,417 | $20,887 |
| English | 12 | n/a | $37,967 | n/a |
| Business | 41 | n/a | n/a | $17,500 |
| Education | 23 | n/a | n/a | $18,897 |
| Marketing | 17 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Biology | 13 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Physiology | 13 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Sociology | 13 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Political science | 10 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Finance | 8 | $52,233 | n/a | n/a |
| Anthropology | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| History | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Music | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Mathematics | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Texas A&M University-Central Texas
14 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 14 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business administration | Master's | 51 | $65,497 | $26,291 |
| Mental health counseling | Master's | 30 | $59,017 | $43,960 |
| Education leadership | Master's | 27 | $60,872 | $25,754 |
| Information science | Master's | 25 | n/a | n/a |
| Accounting | Master's | 11 | n/a | n/a |
| Education | Master's | 10 | n/a | n/a |
| Clinical and counseling psychology | Master's | 8 | n/a | n/a |
| Criminal justice | Master's | 6 | n/a | n/a |
| Homeland security | Master's | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| History | Master's | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| English | Master's | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| Liberal arts and general studies | Master's | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Mathematics | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Curriculum and Instruction | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 1,750 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 59% women, 41% men
- 16 students for every faculty member
- Setting: rural, near a city
- Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Texas A&M University-Central Texas?
Texas A&M University-Central Texas admitted 100% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Texas A&M University-Central Texas cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $7,383 for in-state students and $17,174 for out-of-state students. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $4,107 a year in 2024-25.
Is Texas A&M University-Central Texas test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Texas A&M University-Central Texas reported that test scores were: neither required nor recommended. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Texas A&M University-Central Texas?
33% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Texas A&M University-Central Texas graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $55,645 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.