Texas A&M University - College Station Reviews

"Choosing Texas A&M University was one of the best decisions of my life. I learned so much and had an amazing experience both in class and out. I gained an abundance of work experience and really got hands-on opportunities in class."

"Texas A&M was an incredible place. There truly is something that cannot be explained about the environment and culture here. It sometimes gets a bad wrap as "cultish" but I truly believe they instill great values and attract good people to where you can't help but fall in love. I was not your typical Aggie; I was not raised by Aggie parents. I did not have any desire to feed the Texas rivalry by attending either UT or A&M, but I wouldn't not have had it any other way looking back. It was far more diverse than I ever would have imagined from all of the stereotypes. There's a place for everyone if you look for it. I highly recommend living on campus your first few years. That experience is unforgettable. As far as the education goes, I always felt challenged and engaged. Even the mass freshman courses were well taught. I never had a prof who was unreasonable, and they always seemed intent on making sure students weren't going to fail. There were always resources for extra studying whether student led, or off campus. I loved my major because it required a study abroad. A lot of international focused degrees never actually require you to study abroad, or at least not for a significant time to where you truly experience another culture. International studies required at least a semester, and I would highly recommend a full year to anyone! After your study abroad you have to complete a thesis. Think about what you might want to write about while you're abroad. Collect information on it while you're there. Don't wait until you come back. Whether A&M is your first choice or not, it will never be a bad choice! Thanks and Gig 'Em!"

"Texas A&M has a largely homogenous undergraduate population made up of in-state students. It has an incredibly conservative undergraduate atmosphere that minority students or those with moderate or liberal viewpoints may find stifling and offensive."

"A&M was more than a school for me. For three years it was my home. I made friendships that have lasted nearly a decade, and the experiences I had at university taught me as much as the classes I took. At the same time, my degree helped me get into a fast track nursing program, and has played an important part in my attaining a great job that I love."

"College Station is the best place on earth! I was absolutely in love with the school spirit and the overall atmosphere. My education was top-notch and enjoyed my classes and professors."

"Pros: The degree allows you to tailor your own degree plan so you get what you want out of it. The faculty are awesome and the support is there. Cons: Its not easy! The deadlines for deciding degree plans and committees is too soon after starting."

"TAMU was great school. A lot of the professors have actual real world experience so they have great insight. I would suggest if you are looking into the management degree you stay to get your masters before you go into the work force. Just having the bachelor's is okay but a masters sets you apart. Mays Business school offers a lot of options for double majors and 5 year masters programs. I would suggest looking into these early."

"Like any large school, it can be easy to get swallowed by the masses. You will have to advocate for and plan your education path more than in a small school. There are lots of resources available for support, but if you want to be independent, that's up to you. The instructors I had were generally top notch. There are of course a few that take some getting used to, but that's true anywhere. The variety of courses available is outstanding. Aggies are the greatest community of students and alumni anywhere. I didn't put a lot of planning into my school choice, but my first Silver Taps erased any doubts. The Aggie Network is an invaluable resource. The reputation of the engineering program helped me get my first job and has been remarked upon positively throughout my career."

"I attended Texas A&M for a degree in Biomedical Science, which gave me an education preparing me for the medical field. I was prepared for the 8 years I spent in veterinary medicine, the 8 years I spent in the pharmacology field after that, and now as an RN. This major covers many sciences (from Biology to Biochemistry, Anatomy to Pharmacology, and other options for electives). It is a difficult major but well worth it if medicine is what one chooses to pursue."

"I didn't know how lucky I was to go to A&M for my education degree. I taught in Spanish Harlem and Plano, Texas after I graduated and I was a lot more prepared than my peers who went to other schools. I loved the teachers and I feel like all of my upper level classes helped prepare me for my teaching career."

"Texas A&M University is like no other. The friendly atmosphere helps a student to adapt to student life. The professors in my major were concerned about my well-being and caring. I am proud that my daughters are now third generation Aggies. The traditions of Texas A&M University set it apart from all other schools. Gig'em"

"A business degree from Texas A&M set me up for success. In my junior year, Texas A&M organized all the big accounting firms to come to the school to recruit. That led to an internship with EY. That internship led to a one year rotation in EY’s National Office in New York City my first year with the firm. Those relationships and that skill set are still paying dividends 10 years later."

"The Texas A&M Chemistry Department is a state of the art facility that provides all the resources needed to obtain a high quality Ph.D. The classes are designed to help you become a better researcher and faculty is driven to provide cutting edge research to the world."

"My experience at Texas A&M was tremendous. It did not seem logical at first to have an oceanography program "inland", but the resources available through the College of Geosciences, as well as partnered programs contribute to a perfectly rounded experience. I loved my time in College Station and becoming an Aggie. The small town atmosphere as well as a devoted student body I feel contributed to an experience I will cherish forever."

"Between the Corp and engineering department I couldn't have asked for a better preparation for life. The traditions make memories and the camaraderie makes friends, that last a lifetime. Yet the most valuable benefit is being part of the Aggie network."

"Texas A&M is a wonderful place to attend college. The atmosphere is great and like none other.The school is very large but there is a family-like small school atmosphere that is uncommon in large institutions. The Aggie Family is a great network. The communications department was small but had an excellent faculty. They were able to provide quite a bit of individual instruction."

"Texas A&M is a one of a kind institution. The engineering program is one of the best in the country, and the Petroleum Engineering department is second to none. In engineering, the lessons learned in lecture are a small piece of the puzzle when it comes to preparing for "the real world." Learning to work in teams, how to network, how to manage time on projects, how to communicate effectively, etc, are some of the most important takeaways from school. Texas A&M produces some of the best engineers because they have mastered how to teach the technical items while also preparing students for what they will encounter in industry. Outside of the classroom, the traditions we Aggies hold dear are what make Texas A&M such a special place. Everything from Silver Taps to Midnight Yell, Aggie Muster to standing as the 12th man during football games, the traditions make Texas A&M what it is."

"TAMU is very dedicated to tradition and prides itself on the family atmosphere it creates. It is a large university, but there is something for everyone. Once you find your niche it feels much smaller. The professors are very dedicated and leaders in their fields. Research is a top priority as well."

"I love my Alma Mater. Texas A&M University offers affordable, public education coupled with deep-rooted traditions that prepare graduates for career and life opportunities. Texas A&M is a wonderful, enriching experience that is very unique to both Texas and the SEC conference. Be prepared to adore your school, your colleagues, your traditions, your Texas A&M."

"The English program offerings at Texas A&M are woefully narrow. The rhetoric department has some great professors--but only three courses. The literature department seems focused on medieval literature, a concentration that is unhelpful for most students. Definitely consider another school if you desire an English degree. As a whole, though, the Aggie experience can't be beat. School spirit runs strong, and you'll find yourself taken by it even if you doubt you will. Camaraderie is high, the student facilities are top notch (especially with the recent additions), and there's plenty to do on the weekends. Financial aid is readily available, both in need- and merit-based forms. Apply for everything, even if you don't think you'll get it. Despite my reservations about the English department, the faculty at A&M are awesome. One of my physics professors was a Nobel Prize winner in physics, one of my rhetoric professors almost literally wrote the book on the study of Plato's rhetorical theories, and I worked for another physics professor who was developing a new dark matter detector in collaboration with NASA and hundreds of other researchers around the world. There's a vibrant academic community around every corner."