The application process for Transfer students is listed below. However, if you have any questions about one of the steps, an Admissions Counselor is only a phone call or email away to assist you at any time in your journey. 

1. Go to BecomeAJaguar.com to create a profile and begin the application process.  OR, if you  plan on using a fee waiver, you must complete the application with ApplyTexas.
2. Pay the $30 application fee and submit your application.
3. Submit official transcripts from all institutions attended (including dual credit if applicable) via one of the following methods:
   
   • EDI-Electronic Data Interchange (for Texas Colleges and Universities only)
   • Sent directly from the prior institution to the Admissions email: admissions@tamusa.edu
   • By mail to:
     Texas A&M University-San Antonio
     Office of Admissions
     One University Way
     San Antonio, TX 78224
   • Other third-party vendors that deliver official transcripts to A&M-San Antonio include: Parchment, National Student Clearinghouse, Greenlight, Scribbles, and e-Scrip Safe.

• NOTE: All documents submitted through the application at apply.tamusa.edu are considered unofficial. Please reference the list above for information on official document submissions.

For Transfer Students with 29 Credits or Less Only: 

4. Submit your high school transcript (required) and SAT or ACT test scores (optional*) to the Office of Admissions.  SAT & ACT: Scores will be accepted via direct transmission from a testing agency:
   • SAT Code: 5996
   • ACT Code: 5350

*According to state law, all students are required to take the TSIA 2 exam to assess college readiness. By submitting your SAT or ACT test scores, you could become exempt from TSIA 2. Students should check with their high school to see when the TSIA 2 exam will be offered. You can also take the TSIA 2 at the Testing Center on campus. 

Texas Education Code §61.830

Senate Bill 3039 requires Texas public universities to publish information on transfer student credit denials to improve transparency for both students and institutions. Texas Education Code §61.830 requires institutions to identify the majors with the highest number of transfer courses that did not apply toward degree requirements and the most frequently denied courses from the ACGM (Academic Course Guide Manual).
Texas A&M San Antonio - Five Majors with the Highest Number of Denied ACGM Courses

Texas A&M University-San Antonio does not deny transferability of ACGM courses. However, some transferred courses may apply as elective credit rather than fulfilling specific degree requirements. The following majors reflected the highest number of transfer courses that did not apply directly toward degree requirements during the reporting year.:

• B.S. Education, General
• B.A./B.S. Psychology
• B.B.A. Business Administration & Mgmt., General
• B.S. Kinesiology/Exercise Sci
• B.B.A General Business

• English 1301
• English 1302
• History 1302
• Government 2305
• Math 1314

Please note that the courses listed above do transfer to our institution and will satisfy general education requirements. However, in some cases, courses may apply as elective credit, may have been repeated, or may not fulfill specific program, grade, or degree requirements for a particular major.

If Texas A&M University-San Antonio does not accept lower-division academic course credit earned at another Texas public institution of higher education, the university will provide written notification to both the student and the sending institution regarding the denial of transfer credit.

The students and both institutions are expected to make a good faith effort to resolve the matter in accordance with Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) guidelines.

Questions or disputes related to transfer credit decisions should be directed to the university’s Transfer Liaison: Dr. Kimberly Sanders, Associate Vice President for Enrollment and Strategic Operations, email to admissions@tamusa.edu or call 210-784-1300.

If the matter is not resolved, the student may submit a Transfer Dispute Resolution form (CB-TDR) to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB). The form must be submitted within 15 calendar days from the date the student receives written notification of the transfer credit denial.

The Commissioner of Higher Education, or the Commissioner’s designee, will review the dispute and issue a written decision to the students and the institutions involved.

Transfer Dispute Resolution information and form: THECB Transfer Dispute Process and Form

Texas A&M University-San Antonio’s admissions criteria is based on several factors including how many credits you have earned prior to enrollment. 

High School Program, Curriculum or Course Work2:  Recommended or Distinguished High School Program or Foundation High School Program with Endorsement(s)

Conditional Admission and Requirements for Full Admission  (Students on an F-1 Visa cannot be conditional)

Students who do not meet the requirements for regular admission; adult students without test scores and with no college level work who graduated five or more years prior to the application; or students who received a GED, attended school at home, attended school outside the U.S. (including International students) or attended a non-accredited high school will be reviewed through A&M-San Antonio’s Committee Review Process. The Committee Review Process may take into consideration the following additional criteria for admission:

• High School GPA
• High School class rank
• Standardized test scores
• TSI readiness
• High school attended
• Multiple Measure subject scores
• Progression of performance
• Extracurricular activities
• First generation status
• Work experience
• Personal written statements
• Letter(s) of recommendation

International Applicant English Proficiency Requirements*: TOEFL: 500 Paper-based; 61 Internet-based IELTS: 6.0

*If applicable (country specific)