Texas A&M University
Reviews

The Buses Are Very Convenient

Since college station is built around the students that attend A&M the buses run every 7 minutes during the day and every hour after 6 which is very convenient. They are bus routes at every apartment that takes you to campus and also every grocery store. If you do not own a car when entering college that would be the least of your worries.

Thou Shalt Not Be a Homosexual

Homosexuality faces very real discrimination here.

Bittersweet

What I love about this program is that there are so many sources of aid when it comes to having trouble understanding whatever it is you're learning or even if school is just giving you a hard time. Whether it be the professors themselves, tutor centers all over campus, or even a friend who has already taken the course, there is people who want you to succeed! Being a Biomedical Science major student, you'll come to learn that there is a workload and that it is tough. However, it is doable. Studying is a constant thing that becomes acquired. As mentioned, when help is needed, there is always people there. It's also great having people there who are willing to share their own experiences and stories and even give advise and suggestions that'll help aid in important decision making circumstances. So despite how tough this major may be, there will always be someone there reminding you why you have chosen this major in the first place, refueling your drive and motivation to succeed.

Always Something to Do

Even if you are under 21 there are still places to go where you can have fun. Other than that i would say nightlife is pretty good at A&M

Suprisingly Good Variety

For a place called "College Station" that is literally in the middle of no where, there is a suprisingly good amount of variety of different places to eat. I thought I had kissed eating good vietnamese food goodbye but Rosie's Pho has better soup than that I had a home.

Casual

Pretty much everyone dresses in a t-shirt and jeans, which I totally prefer. There is no pressure to dress up nicely, in fact, a lot of my professors dress in jeans! I would say that the student's looks are pretty average. I've visited other schools where I was just blown away by the amount of good looking people. That isn't the case here.

Nice People

People at A&M, in general, are very nice. If you get into some kind of trouble, you can just ask and someone will help you. Don't expect help without asking, however. There are way too many students here for anyone to concentrate on just you.

Modular=Nice and Expensive

Modular dorms are known to be big and roomy. This is true compared to many of the other dorms on campus. It also has its own bathroom which is only shared with your roommate, if you have one. However, the expense is upped $1000 more if you have these nicer benefits and it depends on the student's strict preferences of whether it's worth it or not.

Need More Scholarships

Need scholarships and financial aide for students whose parents have higher incomes.

Totally Safe

School provides corp escorts for female students during all hours of the day and night.

All Safety Systems Are Go!!

A&M has an emergency button on every corner along with people from the corps of cadets that will walk you at night if you don't feel safe. A&M also has Carpool for if you're stuck somewhere (party, store, etc.) and you need a ride, especially if under the influence. A&Ms Code Maroon systems alerts everyone about class cancellations due to weather or crime that has been committed in the area so you know what to look out for.

Plenty to Choose from...

In College Station, there are a ton of apartments to choose from, and almost all of them are on a bus route which will go on campus. However, a tid bit to keep in mind, the electricity in College Station can be expensive, so try to find a complex that includes that into the amenities. It'll save you a lot of worry and frustration. Also, if you want to drive about 20 minutes more, Bryan is not that far from A&M, and I believe the electricity is cheaper.

Perks of Living on Campus at Texas a&M

Living on campus makes college life so much easier. You're classes are generally close to your room, making it easier to get from class to class. The perks of living on campus, aside from its location is the fact that during the day it is much easier to go to your dorm to just relax between classes on those busy days that just make you want to sleep. Another perk is that the atmosphere is a great one, the residents are nice and friendly and the environment is clean, inviting and awe-inspiring.

Campus Activities

Over 800 organizations available for students to join, literally everyone can find the place where they fit in best! A&M is so diverse and it's organizations are the same way, I love it!

Not Too Shabby

All the facilities are pretty nice. There aren't too many that are run down or really old. And if they are there's probably a good chance they're being renovated anyway. There is a lot of construction going on right now which is rather unsightly and inconvenient.

Love It.

I have loved every bit of College Station and Texas A&M University since I toured the school as a senior in high school. A&M is such a special school because of it's values, traditions and commitment to friendship. There are so many things on this campus that you won't find any where else (Silver Taps, Muster, 12th Man, Century Tree, Fish Camp, FLOs, etc) that bring the Aggie family together in so many ways. I wouldn't change anything in the world about this place. Coming to A&M was the best decision of my life and I am so lucky to be apart of Aggieland.

Good Looking People

The majority of people at A&M are really good looking people from nice families. You will definitely see the frat guys and some cowboy looking boys, but there are many guys I see around campus every day that I would say Howdy too :)

Great Selection of Apartments

There are MANY options to choose from - all are fairly close to campus. Pricing is very fair, and all are in great condition

Campus Facilities

Most facilities on campus are in the process of being updated, and are generally kept clean and able to be used by students. The Student Rec Center and Reed Arena are two facilities that are relatively new and kept in great condition. Other buildings are older and not as in good condition, but are still kept clean.

What Is Diversity?

Texas A&M is a majority Caucasian campus.They promote an Idea of Diversity that only deals with Sexual orientation and race. While I agree that those are to important things to focus on, I feel that if you push those things too hard, that becomes what people focus on whether positively or negatively. They don't focus on economic background or politics or even religion much.

Obtaining Financial Aid

My experience with obtaining my financial aid was nearly a nightmare. I received a decent amount (mostly loans), however, I had to call the financial aid office every other day about forms that I or my dad submitted. The form and master promissory note for the Parent Plus Loan my dad took out got lost 3 different times! I received nearly half of my financial aid LATE because I had to keep running around with everyone trying to find out what the problems were.

Once an Aggie Always an Aggie

Texas A&M University truly does care about it students. One of biggest things that Aggies take pride in is school spirit and tradition. The feeling of being a part of a family with hundreds of thousands of other Aggies sounds silly but can only be understood when experienced. A&M has a phenomenal alumni network with really loyal Aggies.

A True College Town

College Station is a a true college town with something for everyone. From going country dancing at the Texas Hall of Fame, to clubbing in Northgate, or visiting the culturally rich downtown Bryan, there is always something to do here. There seems to be a general spirit of friendship and being a part of something that binds all aggies together.

The Aggie Spirit

Texas A&M University is known for its vibrant and friendly atmosphere. At least, that's what all the brochures and campus tour guides told me.

Luckily, they were completely right. People are always friendly here and willing to help you out. Once I lost my wallet and, within 30 minutes, I got it back with everything intact. I'm not the only one who has experienced this.

In addition to the incredibly friendly atmosphere, the engineering, mathematics, and science programs are all very impressive and challenging.

Traditions

The traditions at Texas A&M are what sets it apart from every other school. Some these tradtions include Midnight Yell, and Silver Taps. Those are just a few there are too many to even list. Also the Corp of Cadets is also a unique feature of Texas A&M.