Is Texas A&M College Station worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Texas A&M College Station is ranked #1,770 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of D. Within Texas, it ranks #105 of 184 for value.
These Texas A&M College Station majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Maritime Studies | #1 of 2 |
| Marine Technology / Captain | #1 of 2 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #2 of 3 |
| General Ocean Engineering | #3 of 4 |
| Ocean Engineering | #3 of 4 |
| Engineering | #3 of 4 |
| Applied Horticulture/Horticulture Operations | #4 of 5 |
| Marine Science/Merchant Marine Officer | #4 of 7 |
| Marine Transportation | #4 of 7 |
| Agriculture | #6 of 6 |
Read the full Texas A&M College Station value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Texas A&M University-College Station is ranked #5 out of #201 in Texas for quality and #105 out of #184 for Texas value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the Texas A&M College Station financial aid page to be sure.
Texas A&M University-College Station is ranked #1,770 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Texas A&M University-College Station is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Texas A&M College Station costs about $26,218. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $104,873 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $32,718 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $21,315 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $26,218 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $104,873 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about Texas A&M College Station net price and the factors that affect it.
What Texas A&M College Station costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Texas A&M College Station degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $130,872 | — | — |
| All Students | $104,873 | #1,770 | D |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $85,260 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $130,872 | — | — |
| All Students | $104,873 | #105 | D+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $85,260 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Texas A&M College Station shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $12,273 |
| $30K–$48K | $12,597 |
| $48K–$75K | $18,685 |
| $75K–$110K | $26,336 |
| Over $110K | $29,548 |
About 57% of Texas A&M College Station undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $11,641 per year. Get more details on the Texas A&M College Station financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Texas A&M College Station cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.