A&M-Commerce Field Guide

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2010/2011 FIELD GUIDE FOR TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY-COMMERCE www.tamu-commerce.edu



WELCOMEStart your legacy toward success at

Texas A&M University-Commerce,

a university that has forged a 121-

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 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.


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.

A&M-Commerce is a member of The Texas A&M University System. A&M-Commerce is home to more than 9,000 students, three academic colleges, 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, superintendents and principals.

HERITAGE

DID YOU KNOW...

In 1889,


Send in your official transcriptsTranscripts must be complete

through the junior year and

provide class ranking, if available.

Enrollment Fee of $40 (non-refundable)

The enrollment fee will be charged

to your account upon enrollment to

A&M-Commerce

ADMISSIONS

For more information about

the ACT and SAT, visit:

WWW.ACTSTUDENT.ORG OR

WWW.COLLEGEBOARD.COM

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Fill out your application: www.ApplyTexas.org

A&M-Commerce Codes: ACT 4088 SAT 6188

Send us your ACT or SAT test scores

Select: Texas A&M University-Commerce


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.

OUR COMMITMENT


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

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:

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.

An international student is any degree-seeking student holding a non-immigrant student visa. Residents of foreign countries who wish to apply must meet SAT/ACT score requirements, provide proof of financial support and submit TOEFL scores of at least 500 (PBI), 173 (CBT) or 61 (IBT)

FRESHMAN ADMISSION

CONTACT US TODAY!!

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS


FRESHMAN SCHOLARSHIPS

*SAT – combined Math & Critical Reading sub scores.

** Due to high number of admitted students who meet criteria, all scholar-ship awarding will be on a first-come first-served basis, and take place after a scholarship application review process.

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

PRES IDENT IAL

ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE

BLUE & GOLD

SCHOLARSHIP RENEWAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Maintain 3.0 minimum semester and cumulative GPA.

2. Successfully complete a minimum of 15 credit hours each semester. Or at total of 30 credit hours each academic year.

To be considered for

A&M-Commerce Scholarships,

fill out the undergraduate scholarship

application at: WWW.TAMU-COMMERCE.EDU/

SCHOLARSHIPS


If you are applying as a transfer

student, 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.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

International students transferring

from colleges within the United

States must meet requirements as

listed above, and provide proof of

financial support. In some cases,

international students may also be

required to sumbit TOEFL scores

of at least 500 (PBI), 173 (CBT)

or 61 (IBT)

TRANSFER ADMISSION


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. Students who begin in the spring semester, may not qualify for this 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 any need to take summer classes to complete degree in 2 year scholarship period * Transfer Scholarship is not stackable with the Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship

GENERAL CR I TER IA45 Trans f e rab l e Hou rs

Ph i The ta Kappa CR I TER IA45 Trans f e rab l e Hou rs

We offer two full-tuition scholarships to Phi Theta Kappa transfer students who are nominated to the All USA Academic Team. 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, please send an email to:

[email protected]

!!!FULL TUITION SCHOLARHIPS!!!


COST

Summary of Expenses

Tuition & Fees* ......…....$2,999.00

Books & Supplies……...$ 700.00

Room & Board ..............$3,616.00

Total ...............................$7,315.00

*Based on 15 credit hours per semester

using the 2010-2011 rate for tuition

and fees.

Residents of Ark., La., Okla.

In counties/parishes not

bordering Texas **

Summary of Expenses

Tuition & Fees** ……....$3,449.00

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

Room & Board…............$3,616.00

Total ...............................$7,765.00

OTHER NON-RESIDENTS

Summary of Expenses

Tuition & Fees ...............$ 7649.00

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

Room & Board...............$ 3,616.00

Total …...........................$11,965.00

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

NON-RESIDENT

TEXAS RESIDENT



FINANCIAL AID

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. You and one of your parents need one.

2. Gather the information required to apply: Social security information for you and your parents, and Federal

tax information or tax returns.

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.

TASFATexas A&M University-Commerce accepts the Texas Application for State Financial Aid for students not eligible to complete the FAFSA.

Complete and submit the Free

Application for Federal Student Aid

(FAFSA)

STEPS TO APPLY:

FINANCIAL AID COST


Agribusiness

*Agricultural Sciences

Animal Science

*Art

*Biological Sciences

*Chemistry

Communication Arts

*Computer Science

Criminal Justice

*English

Environmental Science

*History

Journalism

Liberal Studies

*Mathematics

*Music Music Performance Paralegal Studies

Photography

Physics

Political Science

Radio-Television

Sociology

*Spanish

*Speech Communication

Studio Art

*Theatre

Wildlife & Conservation Science

COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES

*8-12 Teacher Certification available.


Athletic Training Education

Health Promotion

Human Performance

Instructional Training and Design

Kinesiology and Sports Studies

Psychology

Social Work

Special Education

Sports Recreation Management

Teaching, Elementary and Secondary

COLLEGE OF EDUCATION & HUMAN SERVICES

Accounting

Applied Arts and Sciences

Business Administration Construction Engineering

Economics

Finance

General Business

*General Studies

Human Resources Management

Industrial Engineering

Management

Management Information Systems

Marketing

Technology Management

COLLEGE OF BUSINESS & TECHNOLOGY

*Pending approval


2010/2011 FIELD NOTES FOR TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY-COMMERCE www.tamu-commerce.edu

Living on campus is an

important part of university life

at A&M-Commerce. It’s where

great memories and friends are

made. 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 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 meals per week..$1400.00+ tax

14 meals per week

with $50 FLEX ...................$1199.00+ tax

10 meals per week

with $100 FLEX ..................$999.00+ tax

RESIDENTIAL LIVING & LEARNING

FLEX is money per semester that can be used in

the student center, food court and bistro.

FOR MORE INFORMATION

ON CAMPUS HOUSING

PLEASE VISIT:

WEB.TAMU-COMMERCE.EDU/

STUDENTLIFE/HOUSING


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 Organization members

WOMEN’S HALLAll Classifications/Women only Limited space

WHITLEY HALLFreshmen/Coed

WEST HALLS

NEW PRIDE APARTMENTS

FAMILY 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.

All Classifications (married couples and families with children in residence) One or two bedrooms, one bathroom, living room, and kitchen; furnished. Limited number of unfurnished units available.

RESIDENCE LIFE


2010/2011 FIELD NOTES FOR TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY-COMMERCE www.tamu-commerce.edu

Campus Recreation is housed in the Jerry D. Morris Recreation Center, features a state-of-the-art facility. Students are offered 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

SAM RAYBURN STUDENT CENTERThe Sam 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, Einstein Bros. Bagels and Grill 155; The Club with multiple flat flat panels with Buzztime digital games and tab letop wireless Soundogs; venue for weekly special events and live entertainment; Video gaming area entertainment; Video gaming area with the latest releases, pool tables, table shuffle board and darts.


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 characteristic:

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 student 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 CLASSRegent’s Scholars Program (RSP)

provides 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. Thirty students each year are admitted to the program.

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

www.tamu-commerce.edu/honors

[email protected]

onestopshop.tamu-commerce.edu

CAMPUS LIFE

AIM HIGH


Our mission is to raise awareness on the importance of higher education 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 edu-cational programs that enrich and retain a diverse student body.

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.

HISPANIC OUTREACH


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 Outreach903.468.8699www.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

CONTACT US!

CONTACT US


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

& Success



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