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FIELD GUIDEwww.tamu-commerce.edu

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2012/2013 FIELD GUIDE FOR TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY-COMMERCE www.tamu-commerce.edu

WELCOME ................................................3

HERITAGE ................................................4

ONE STOP SHOP.......................................5

ADMISSIONS CHECKLIST ..........................6

HONORS ..................................................7

FRESHMAN ..............................................8

TRANSFER .............................................10

FINANCIAL AID & COST ..........................12

MAJORS .................................................14

RESIDENTIAL LIVING ..............................16

HISPANIC OUTREACH .............................18

CAMPUS LIFE ........................................19

ATHLETICS .............................................20

CONTACT US ..........................................21

CONTENTS

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WELCOMEStart your legacy toward success at

Texas A&M University-Commerce,

a university that has forged a 122-

year history of helping students like

you realize their dreams and pursue

their career goals. Whether you are

a high school or transfer student,

first generation or non-traditional

student, you will find the resources

and inspiration you need to create

your own legacy at A&M-Commerce.

WE INVITE YOU TO VISIT our campus and explore the

many opportunities available here

alongside one of our Lion Student

Ambassadors. These students

take great pride in showing you

around and will offer insight into

life at A&M-Commerce. Tours are

available at 10:00 a.m. and

2:00 p.m. Monday through

Friday. Saturday tours are

offered at 10:00 a.m. during

fall and spring semesters only.


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A&M-Commerce is a member of The Texas A&M University System. A&M-Commerce is home to approximately 11,000 students, four academic colleges, more than 100 degree programs and seven teaching centers throughout the Metroplex.

Chances are good that one of your favorite teachers is a Lion. A&M-Commerce is one of the state’s top producers of teachers, counselors, superintendents, and principals.

HERITAGE

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DID YOU KNOW...

William L. Mayo founded East

Texas Normal College to provide

Northeast Texas residents with

opportunities for higher education.

The university has since evolved

from “Old ET” to join The Texas

A&M University System, but Mayo’s

creed of “ceaseless industry,

fearless investigation, unfettered

thought, and unselfish service to

others” still lives on in the lives

of A&M-Commerce students

and alumni.

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STUDENT ACCESS & SUCCESS

Our One Stop Shop is a single

point of access for our current and

future students and their families.

Located at 2200 Campbell Street in

Commerce, Texas, we are ready to

assist you in the enrollment process.

At the One Stop Shop you will

find: undergraduate admissions,

assessment and placement,

Hispanic outreach, new student

orientation, career development,

University College, success coaches,

financial aid and scholarships,

registrar, and veterans and

military services.

We are focused on your success.

Our goal is to provide you with

knowledgeable, friendly faces that

will be resources for you as you

travel down your positive and

productive educational path.

ONE STOP SHOP

TodAy Is A GREAT dAy To bE A lIon!

The Division of Student Access

and Success was created in

January 2009 to provide students

at Texas A&M University-Commerce

with opportunities and experiences

to facilitate their access to and

success in higher education.

The unprecedented organizational

structure of this division reflects a

continuum of support services that

are required for today’s students

to have the transformational

experience desired from

earning a college degree.

OUr MiSSiOn:

The mission of the Division of

Student Access and Success is to

make A&M-Commerce accessible

to all college-ready students and

to ensure that they are successful in

obtaining their degrees as quickly

as possible so that they can begin

to make a difference in their

communities, the state, the

nation, and the world.

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OUR COMMITMENT

ADMISSIONS

Freshman Applicants only,

A&M-Commerce Codes:

ACT 4088 • www.act.org

SAT 6188 • www.collegeboard.com

3. Send us your ACT or SAT test scores

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4. Enrollment Fee of $60 (non-refundable)

The enrollment fee will be charged to your account upon enrollment to A&M-Commerce.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

SprInG 2012 rEqUIrED ToEFL SCorES:

PBI = 500 • CBT = 173 • IBT = 61

FALL 2012 rEqUIrED ToEFL SCorES:

PBI = 550 • CBT = 213 • IBT = 79

(minimum score needed for admission)

International students must provide

transcripts that have been evaluated

by an independent credential evaluation

agency before consideration for admission

to A&M-Commerce. In addition to the course

by course evaluation, students must provide

proof of financial support and language

proficiency requirements.

Freshman International Students:

High school transcripts should be

evaluated to determine U.S. high

school equivalency.

Transfer International Students:

Foreign college transcripts should be

evaluated course by course and

semester by semester.

For additional language proficiency options please visit www.tamu-commerce.edu/

InternationalAdmissions

Select: Texas A&M University-Commerce

CHECKLIST

1. Fill out your application: www.ApplyTexas.org

2. Send in your official transcripts Freshman applicants must turn in their official high school transcript that is complete through the junior year. The transcript must include class ranking, if available, and should indi-cate recommended or distinguished high school program.

Transfer applicants must submit all transcripts from any institution previously attended after your high school graduation date through to the date you are applying for admissions.

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HONORS COLLEGEThe Honors College provides a highly personalized and challenging college experience that also includes a premier scholarship package that covers tuition, fees, housing, a partial meal plan, and money for textbooks for a select group of high-achieving freshman students. The typical Honors College student has the following characteristics:

UNIVERSITY COLLEGEThe University College serves all first-time students to the university. Success Coaches are provided to each student. University College targets first-time, full-time freshman students who reside on our campus. Students are grouped with other students who share similar interests, and activities are planned to enhance the campus experience, including, but not limited to, lectures from experts and leadership and service learning opportunities.

REGENTS THE FIRST YEAR LEADERSHIP CLASS

Each year, the Regent’s Scholars Program (RSP) provides up to thirty outstanding freshmen a four-year scholarship towards tuition and fees. The program allows students to pursue a bachelor’s degree in their chosen field while developing their awareness of international issues and cultural contrasts. In addition, RSP provides students with leadership training and experience that will allow them to have a positive impact upon the lives of others on campus, and in their future profession.

The First Year Leadership Class (FLC) Program equips students with the personal leadership skills and education necessary to lead their class through the upcoming four years. FLC focuses on developing leaders to take the initiative to better one’s surroundings and serve as an agent of positive change on campus and beyond. Students enjoy a blend of fun, hands-on activities and eye-opening discussions. This is a competitive scholarship opportunity for our top freshman student leaders.

ACT score of 27 and/or SAT score of 1200 (critical reading and math)

Graduate in the top 10 percent of high school class

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www.tamu-commerce.edu/fyleadership

www.tamu-commerce.edu/honors

Rank in the top 25% of graduating class

Minimum combined SAT score of 950 (math and critical reading

scores only)

Minimum Composite ACT score of 20

Required High school Curriculum:

Texas High School transcript should indicate recommended or distinguished high school program. Out-of-state or home school students, visit website for waiver.

English (4 units): English I, II, III, IV

Math (3 units): Algebra I and II; and any math higher than Algebra II

Lab Sciences (2 units): Biology, Chemistry, Physics

Social Sciences (3 units): Economics, Geography, Government, History, or Foreign Language.

FRESHMAN ADMISSION

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Do you meet at least one of the admission requirements below? If so, you are automatically accepted with your completed application!

FRESHMAN SCHOLARSHIPS

*SAT – combined Math & Critical Reading sub scores.

** Due to a high number of admitted students who meet criteria, all scholarship awarding will be on a first-come first-served basis.

Incoming freshman with the following

minimum SAT or ACT scores will be

considered for Freshman Academic

Scholarships: **

AWARD AMOUNT

$2500/yr

$1500/yr

$1000/yr

ACT /SAT*

28/1270

25/1180

23/1050

SCHOLARSH IP

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ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE

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For additional

A&M-Commerce Scholarships,

please visit:

WWW.TAMU-COMMERCE.EDU/ SCHOLARSHIPS

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sCHolARsHIP REnEWAl REquIREMEnTs:

1. Maintain 3.0 minimum semester and cumulative GPA.

2. Successfully complete a minimum of 15 credit hours each semester.

If you want to be considered for

transfer admission, you must have

21 or more transferable hours (not

including developmental courses),

and a 2.0 GPA or higher to meet

admission requirements.

If you have less than 21 transferable

hours, or you are a student that

has not yet graduated high school,

but has dual credit courses or

other college credit, you are still

considered a first-time student

and must apply as a freshman.

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For additional

A&M-Commerce Scholarships,

please visit:

WWW.TAMU-COMMERCE.EDU/ SCHOLARSHIPS

TRANSFER SCHOLARSHIPS

*2 year award as long as student continues to maintain 15 credit hours a semester with a minimum requisite GPA *Scholarship does not pay for summer classes; however, student may need to take summer classes to complete degree in the 2 year scholarship period. * Phi Theta Kappa All-State nominees will receive an additional $500 per semester (copy of certificate required when applying). *Phi Theta Kappa scholarship is not stackable with the Transfer Scholarship.

Transfer students can be considered for two types of transfer scholarships, which include the General and Phi Theta Kappa programs. We offer a scholarship program which ensures that each student (international or out-of-state resident), who receives a competitive academic scholarship of at least $1000, will receive an out-of-state tuition waiver.

Funding is limited so do not delay. You must be admitted and meet criteria to be considered for these and other scholarships.

A&M-Commerce is home to one of the most recognized Phi Theta Kappa alumni chapters in the nation, the Pi of Texas Association. Our university provides scholarships and designates on-campus housing reserved primar-ily for Phi Theta Kappa members.

PHI THETA KAPPA

GENERAL TRANSFER SCHOLARSHIP

PHI THETA KAPPA SCHOLARSHIP

GPA AWARD

AMOUNTON-CAMPUS

HOUSING

T IER ONE 3.50 $2000/yradditional

$500/yr

T I ER TWO 3.25 $1500/yradditional

$500/yr

T I ER THREE 3.00 $1000/yradditional

$500/yr

GPA AWARD

AMOUNTON-CAMPUS HOUS ING

T IER ONE 3.75 $3000/yradditional

$500/yr

T I ER TWO 3.50 $2500/yradditional

$500/yr

T I ER THREE 3.25 $2000/yradditional

$500/yr

*2 year award as long as student continues to maintain 15 credit hours a semester with a minimum requisite GPA. * Scholarship does not pay for summer classes; however, student may need to take summer classes to complete degree in 2 year scholarship period. * Transfer Scholarship is not stackable with the Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship.

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We offer two full-tuition scholarships to Phi Theta Kappa transfer students with a minimum 3.75 GPA. The scholarship will cover tuition and mandatory fees for up to 15 credit hours, in addition to housing charges and a meal plan. For more details on these scholarships and how you may apply:

!!!Full TuITIon sCHolARHIPs!!!

COST

Summary of Expenses

Tuition & Fees* ......…....$3,141.70

Books & Supplies……...$ 700.00

Room & Board ..............$3,835.00

Total ...............................$7,677.70

*Based on 15 credit hours per semester

using the 2011-2012 rate for tuition

and fees.

Residents of Ark., La., Okla.

In counties/parishes not

bordering Texas **

Summary of Expenses

Tuition & Fees** ……....$3,591.50

Books & Supplies ..........$ 700.00

Room & Board…............$3,835.00

Total ...............................$8,126.50

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Summary of Expenses

Tuition & Fees ...............$7,836.70

Books & Supplies ..........$ 700.00

Room & Board...............$ 3,835.00

Total …...........................$12,371.70

**Residents of Arkansas, Louisiana and Oklahoma counties/parishes boarding Texas may pay resident tuition, plus an additional $30 per credit hour.

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FINANCIAL AIDComplete and submit the Free

Application for Federal Student Aid

(FAFSA).

sTEPs To APPly:

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1. Apply for a PIN at www.FAFSA.gov, if you do not have one. This will allow you to sign your FAFSA documents electronically. If you are a dependent, both you and one of your parents/guardian will need one.

2. Gather the information required to apply: your social security card, your (and your parents, if applicable) federal tax returns, W-2 statements and other documents of money

earned or received.

3. Go to www.FAFSA.gov and fill

out the application.

4. Provide our school code 003565.

5. Follow up with the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships, or check myLEO to make sure

everything has been received.

TAsFA Texas A&M University-Commerce accepts the Texas Application for State Financial Aid (TASFA) for students that are not eligible to complete the FAFSA.

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AgriBusiness

Agricultural Science Technology

Agriculture

Animal Science

Biological Sciences

Chemistry

Computer Information Systems

Computer Science

Construction Engineering

Environmental Sciences

Industrial Engineering

Mathematics

Physics

Technology Management

Wildlife Conservation Science

COLLEGE OF SCIENCE, ENGINEERING AND AGRICULTURE

COLLEGE OF BUSINESSAccounting

Applied Sciences

Business Administration

Economics

Finance

General Business

General Studies

Human Resources Management

Management

Management Information Systems

Marketing


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Art

Communication Arts

Criminal Justice

English

History

Journalism

Liberal Studies

Music

Photography

Political Science

Radio-Television

Sociology

Spanish

Speech Communications

Theatre

Athletic Training

Health

Health Promotion

Human Performance

Instructional Training and Design

Kinesiology and Sports Studies

Psychology

Social Work

Special Education

Sport and Recreation Management

Teaching: Elementary and Secondary

COLLEGE OF EDUCATIONAND HUMAN SERVICES

COLLEGE OF HUMANITIES, SOCIAL SCIENCES AND ARTS

Living on campus is an

important part of university life at

A&M-Commerce. It’s where

great memories and friends are

made. Starting fall 2013, in addition

to all freshmen, sophomores will

be required to live on-campus.

As a part of the on-campus

community, you will have access

to an exclusive integrated living-

learning environment that includes

a variety of opportunities to enhance

your academic and social experience.

If special circumstances restrict a freshman student from living in university housing, please contact the Residential Living and Learning Office for the Commuter Authorization Form.

MEAl PlAn RATEs (PER sEMEsTER)

**Unlimited meal plan.....$1575.00

Unlimited meal plan with $100 FLEX.................$1675.00

Unlimited meal plan with $200 FLEX.................$1750.00

14 meals per week with $50 FLEX ..................$1350.00

10 meals per week with $125 FLEX ................$1150.00

RESIDENTIAL LIVING & LEARNING

FLEX is money per semester that can be used

in the student center, food court and bistro.

**Required for all freshman living on-campus.

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON CAMPUS HOUSING PLEASE VISIT:

WWW.TAMU-COMMERCE.EDU/HOUSING

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PRAIRIE CROSSING

Home of the Honors College,

Upperclassmen, Graduate/Coed

Multiple room options with living

room and kitchen; furnished.

Traditional halls include double- occupancy rooms (with limited private room options), community kitchens, spacious lounges; furnished.

RESIDENCE HALLS

SMITH HALLFreshmen/Upperclassmen/Coed

TRAdITIonAl HAlls

CAMPus APARTMEnTs

GREEK HALLSAll classifications/Women only for organization members

WOMEN’S HALLAll Classifications/Women only Limited space

WHITLEY HALL

NEW FRESHMAN HALL

Freshmen/Coed

Freshmen/Coed suite style residenceOpen Fall 2011

WEST HALLS

NEW PRIDE APARTMENTS

Upperclassmen, Graduate/CoedTwo bedrooms, one bathroom, living room and kitchen; furnished.

Upperclassmen/Coed:Two or four bedrooms, two bathrooms, living room, and kitchen; furnished.

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Our mission is to raise awareness of the importance of higher educa-tion among individuals and groups at high schools, community colleges and in the general community with a special focus on Hispanic/Latino students. We advise prospective Hispanic/ Latino students and their families on the college application process, available financing and student support services that help ensure college success. We help coordinate and implement outreach activities, new student orientation and educational programs that enrich and retain a diverse student body.

HISPANIC OUTREACH

La misión de nuestra oficina es de crear conciencia entre los estudiantes de preparatoria y colegio comunitario con un enfoque en la comunidad Hispana/Latina sobre la importancia de la educación universitaria.

Nuestros profesionales aconsejan a futuros estudiantes Hispanos/Latinos y a sus familias sobre el proceso de la inscripción para la Universidad, ayuda financiera disponible, y como encontrar el apoyo necesario para asegurar el éxito en una carrera universitaria. También somos responsables de coordinar e implementar varias actividades de alcance a la comunidad, la orientación de estudiantes nuevos, y programas educacionales que enriquecen y mantienen una población diversa de estudiantes.

For more information, contact us:www.tamu-commerce.edu/[email protected]

Para más información contáctanos:www.tamu-commerce.edu/[email protected]



Campus Recreation is housed in the Jerry D. Morris Recreation Center This state-of-the-art facility offers an indoor track, multipurpose courts, racquetball courts, a 45-foot rock climbing wall, a three-tier weight room, a multipurpose activity room, a high/low adventure course and a nine hole Disk golf course.

There is also an outdoor pool and recreation area featuring a 40-person hot tub with waterfall, outdoor basketball and sand volleyball courts and BBQ grills. Campus Recreation also offers a variety of intramural and club sport programs, group fitness classes, aquatic events, and special events throughout the year and is one of the largest employers of students on campus.

CAMPUS RECREATION

RAYBURN STUDENT CENTERThe Rayburn Student Center is 92,000 square feet of space dedicated to your needs as a student, and is home to more than 100 student clubs and organizations. It includes: University Bookstore; Dining options featuring dining room and food court; The Club with multiple flat panels and tabletop wireless Soundogs; venue for weekly special events and live entertainment; Video gaming area with the latest releases, pool tables, table shuffleboard and air hockey.

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Consider being an athlete at A&M-Commerce. As members of the NCAA Division II Intercollegiate Athletics and Lone Star Conference, our student athletes strive for the best on the field and in the class-room. A&M-Commerce holds 58 Lonestar Conference Titles, 5 National Championships and 292 All-Americans.

For more information visit our Athletic website at:

www.lionathletics.com

Football

Basketball (M,W)

Cross Country (M,W)

Golf (M,W)

Track & Field (M,W)

Women’s Soccer

Women’s Volleyball

INTERESTED IN ATHLETICS?

CONTACT US!

ConTACT us


Office of Undergraduate Admissions888.868.2682web.tamu-commerce.edu/admissions

Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships903.886.5096web.tamu-commerce.edu/home/finaid/

Office of New Student Orientation903.886.5088www.tamu-commerce.edu/orientation/

Office of Residential Living and Learning903.886.5797www.tamu-commerce.edu/housing/

Office of Hispanic Outreach903.468.8699 (En Español)www.tamu-commerce.edu/hispanicoutreach/

Office of Veterans and Military Services903.886.5123military.tamu-commerce.edu/

Office of the Registrar903.886.5071web.tamu-commerce.edu/admissions/registrar

Office of Graduate Admissions903.886.5163web.tamu-commerce.edu/admissions/stepstoapplygraduate


OUR OFF-SITE LOCATIONS

Program and contact information for off-site locations serving undergraduate transfer and graduate students:

online programs:web.tamu-commerce.edu/academics/onlinecourses/degreeprograms.aspx

1. Universities Center Dallas1901 Main Street, Suite 422Dallas, TX 75201Office: 214-915-1900Fax: [email protected]

3. navarro partnership-Corsicana3200 W. 7th Ave.Corsicana, TX 75110Office: (903) 875-7617Fax: (903)[email protected]://web.tamu-commerce.edu/academics/

locations/navarroPartnership/default.aspx

5. Collin Higher Education Center (CHEC)

3452 Spur 399McKinney, TX 75069972.599.3100 or [email protected]

www.tamu-commerce.edu/chec

2. Metroplex Center2600 Motley Dr., Suite 100Mesquite, TX 75150Office: 972-613-7520Fax: [email protected]://web.tamu-commerce.edu/academics/

locations/mesquiteMetro/default.aspx

4. navarro partnership-Midlothian899 Mt. Zion RoadMidlothian TX 76065Office: (972) 775-7231Fax: [email protected]://web.tamu-commerce.edu/academics/

locations/midlothian/default.aspx

6. rockwall ISD Administration Education Center (AEC)

1050 Williams StreetRockwall, TX 75087Office: [email protected]

http://web.tamu-commerce.edu/academics/ locations/rockwall/default.aspx

The entire Student Access and Success Division team is here to welcome you to our A&M-Commerce family!

We believe it is an honor and privilege to serve you.

Mary W. HendrixMary W. Hendrix, Ph.D.

Vice-President for Student Access

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