WHERE ISLAND LEARNING MEETS ISLAND LIVING
A learning destination like no other. As an Islander, you will enjoy opportunities for unique, hands-on learning with award-winning professors, and chances to make an impact in over 150 clubs and student organizations. Experience our academic excellence and student services designed to prepare you for success after graduation
AUTOMATIC ADMISSION STANDARDS
Standardized Test Policy: Optional, encouraged as an avenue for Secondary Review.
Standards for Admission
1st Quarter
2nd Quarter
3rd & 4th Quarters
Guaranteed admission; test scores optional; primary review of unweighted GPA and class rank.
Guaranteed admission; test scores optional; primary review of unweighted GPA and class rank.
Secondary Review (review considers combination of success indicators including test scores, weighted GPA, high school class rank)
High School Program, Curriculum, or Course Work:
Requires completion of prerequisite course work indicating preparedness to include:
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English (4 credits) Lab sciences (4 credits) Mathematics (4 credits)
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• Social studies (3 credits) Foreign language (2 credits)
Out-of-state, private, and home-schooled applicants can contact the Admissions O ce for exemptions.
EASY STEPS TO BECOME AN ISLANDER
Complete the online application at applytexas.org
Submit the $40 application fee ($75 for international students) or fee waiver if applicable
Submit your o cial high school transcript or GED scores
Submit o cial transcripts from all colleges and universities attended
Optional: Submit any of the following items to supplement your application for admission:
• SAT or ACT test scores sent directly to the university The test codes are: SAT: 0366; ACT: 4045
• Letter(s) of recommendation
• Résumé
• Essay
• Personal statement
• Special circumstances
FROM ATTENDING ANCHOR CAMP TO RECEIVING YOUR ISLANDER RING, YOU WILL LOVE THE TRADITIONS THAT MAKE US UNIQUE.
ONE OF THE BEST CITIES IN NORTH AMERICA FOR KITEBOARDING, WIND SURFING, AND SAILING
250 DAYS OF SUNSHINE ANNUALLY
YOU CAN FIND OPPORTUNITIES TO VOLUNTEER, PARTICIPATE IN RECREATIONAL SPORTS, CHEER ON OUR NCAA DIVISION I TEAMS AND MUCH MORE!
ISLANDERS
FEEL AT HOME LIFE ON THE ISLAND IS AN EXPERIENCE YOU WON’T FORGET
OUR CAMPUS HOUSING OFFERS FABULOUS VIEWS AND LEARNING COMMUNITIES THAT HELP YOU SUCCEED
DEGREES
O ering more than 85 bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees, the Island University has proudly provided a solid academic curriculum, renowned faculty, and highly-rated degree programs since 1947.
College of Business
Accounting*+ ............................................................BBA
Business Economics* ..............................................BBA
Finance*+ ...................................................................BBA
General Business*+ ..................................................BBA
Management*+ .........................................................BBA
Management Information Systems ....................BBA
Marketing*+ ...............................................................BBA
College of Education & Human Development
Early Childhood Education ...................................BS
Elementary Education ............................................BS
Kinesiology ................................................................BS
Special Education ....................................................BS
Sport Management .................................................BS
Teacher Certification
Early Childhood to Grade 6
• CORE Subjects
• Bilingual CORE subjects
Grades 4-8
• English Language Arts and Reading
• Mathematics
• Science
• Social Studies
Grades 7-12
• English Language Arts and Reading
• History
• Life Science
• Mathematics
• Physical Science, 6-12
• Social Studies
Early Childhood to Grade 12
• Art
• Music
• Physical Education
• Spanish
• Special Education
• Theatre
College of Engineering & Computer Science
Civil Engineering .................................................BS
Computer Science ..............................................BS
Electrical Engineering .......................................BS
Geographic Information Science....................BS
Industrial Engineering .......................................BS
Mechanical Engineering............ ........................BS
Mechanical Engineering Technology*...........BS
Certificates
• Autonomous Mobility
• Coastal Resilience
• UAS Applications
College of Liberal Arts
Applied Arts and Sciences .......................................BAAS
Criminal Justice ...........................................................BS
English............................................................................BA
History ............................................................................BA
Philosophy ....................................................................BA
Political Science ..........................................................BA
Psychology* ..................................................................BA
Sociology ......................................................................BA
Spanish ..........................................................................BA
University Studies .......................................................BA, BS
Certificates
• Advanced Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL)
• Spanish/English Translation
• Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL)
• Writing for Nonprofits
College of Nursing & Health Sciences
Clinical Laboratory Science ...........................BS
Healthcare Administration .............................BS
Nursing* ...............................................................BSN, RN/BSN
College of Science
Atmospheric Sciences .....................................BS
Biology .................................................................BS
Biomedical Sciences ........................................BS
Chemistry ............................................................BS
Environmental Science ....................................BS
Geology ...............................................................BS
Mathematics .......................................................BS
Physics .................................................................BS
School of Arts, Media, & Communication
Art ...............................................................BA, BFA
Communication Studies..................................BA
Graphic Design ..................................................BA
Media Arts ...........................................................BA
Music .............................................................BA, BM
Theatre .................................................................BA
Certificates
• Social Media
*Online degree available
+ Available on the RELLIS campus
For more information on Island visit tamucc.edu/academics