Texas A&M Texarkana Sets New Enrollment Record For Fall 2024

Texas A&M University-Texarkana has announced that they've set new records for student enrollment for the Fall 2024 semester, which started on Monday, August 26. While many other colleges are expecting the same or fewer students than last fall, Texas A&M University-Texarkana is seeing more students than ever before.

This fall, Texas A&M University-Texarkana has the highest number of students in its 52-year history. Although final numbers won’t be available until mid-September, the university expects a 15% increase in enrollment. This marks the third straight semester of record-breaking enrollment, making A&M-Texarkana the fastest-growing school in the Texas A&M University System and one of the fastest in the state and region.

Some of the records they’ve broken this semester include:

The largest freshman class ever
52% more new freshmen compared to Fall 2023
34% more new students at all academic levels
17% more new students from Miller County, Arkansas
21% more new students from Bowie County, Texas
17% more new students from within 100 miles of Texarkana
73% more students who graduated in the top 10% of their class
The highest number of valedictorians and salutatorians enrolled
Record high GPA for incoming freshmen (3.5)

23% more students living on campus
65% more new graduate students
20% more military-affiliated students
Not only are there more students in almost every category, but these students have also signed up for more classes than ever before. This year, there's an 18.5% increase in the number of semester credit hours, which is important for keeping students on track to graduate.

Dr. Ross Alexander, A&M-Texarkana President said in a press release,.

We are proud to announce record enrollment for our third straight term, and have shattered previous enrollment records in multiple categories. A number of factors contributed to the enrollment growth this fall, but changing the structure and availability of our scholarships, forming community partnerships, and really prioritizing the recruitment of talented local students seem to have really made a difference.

Dr. Melinda Arnold, Provost and Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs said she's excited by the enrollment growth but not surprised as they continue to attract students interested in high-demand programs taught by a world-class faculty and giving the students the opportunity at great paying jobs after graduating.

Dr. Venus Lillis, Associate Vice President of Enrollment and Student Engagement said the 52% increase with first-time college students reflects the university's commitment to bringing high-quality, accessible education to a new generation of leaders.

You can find out more about Texas A&M University-Texarkana go to tamut.edu. With 16-week and 8-week terms throughout the year incoming students do not have to wait for the traditional fall, spring, and summer enrollment periods to begin classes. Want more information on enrolling at Texas A&M University-Texarkana? Just email admissions@TAMUT.edu.

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