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Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi SAT & ACT scores

Enrolled first-year students who submitted SAT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% of about 970-1193. Their ACT composite middle 50% was 19-25. Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi admitted 89% of applicants and considered SAT or ACT scores when submitted, but did not require them (test-optional).

SAT middle 50%
970-1193
ACT middle 50%
19-25
Acceptance rate
89%
Test policy, fall 2024
Test-optional
Undergraduates
8,034

Quick answer

What SAT score do you need for Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi?

There is no published minimum. Aim for 1193 or higher to sit in the top quarter of Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi's SAT submitters; 970 marks the bottom quarter. Its SAT midpoint is higher than at 24% of the 902 colleges in this directory that report SAT scores.

Score check

Where does your score land at Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi?

The middle 50% describes enrolled students who chose to submit scores, so test-optional colleges can show higher ranges than their full class. Scores are one part of an application.

Fall 2024 entering class

Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi SAT and ACT score ranges

Score percentiles of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores
Measure25th percentile50th percentile75th percentile
SAT Reading and Writing500550610
SAT Math470530583
SAT total (estimated)97010801193
ACT composite192225

The two sections are balanced: the top quarter starts at 610 in Reading and Writing and 583 in Math, and neither section's middle 50% spans more than 113 points.

College Scorecard's SAT-equivalent average for admitted students is 1086.

Testing policy

Does Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi require the SAT or ACT?

Reported for fall 2024: Test-optional

Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi told the U.S. Department of Education that it considered SAT or ACT scores when submitted, but did not require them (test-optional) for students entering in fall 2024.

Check the current cycle

Many colleges have changed testing rules since 2024, and several now require scores again. Confirm the policy for your application year on Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi's website before deciding whether to submit.

Beyond scores

Cost and outcomes at Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi

In-state tuition and fees (2024-25)
$9,748
Out-of-state tuition and fees (2024-25)
$20,794
Average net price after aid (2023-24)
$15,225
First-year retention rate
58%
Graduation rate within 6 years
40%
Median earnings 10 years after entry
$51,865

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Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi admissions questions

What SAT score do you need to get into Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi?

Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi does not publish a minimum SAT score. Among enrolled first-year students who submitted SAT scores for fall 2024, the middle 50% scored between 970 and 1193 (estimated from section scores). A score of 1193 or higher would place you in the top quarter of that group; 970 marks the bottom quarter.

What ACT score do you need for Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi?

Enrolled first-year students who submitted ACT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% composite of 19 to 25, with a median of 22. Scoring 25 or above puts you in the top quarter of submitters.

Does Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi require the SAT or ACT?

For fall 2024 entry, Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi reported to the U.S. Department of Education that it considered SAT or ACT scores when submitted, but did not require them (test-optional). Testing policies have changed at many colleges since then, so confirm the current policy on Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi's admissions website before you apply.

What is Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi's acceptance rate?

Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi admitted 89% of applicants for fall 2024, according to data it reported to the U.S. Department of Education.

Sources and method

Where these numbers come from

Test scores: 25th, 50th and 75th percentile SAT section scores and ACT composites of first-time students who enrolled in fall 2024 and submitted scores, as each college reported to IPEDS. Composite SAT ranges add the two section percentiles, so they are an estimate of the true composite range.

Admissions and test policy: Fall 2024 entering class, reported to IPEDS in 2024-25. Policies change; check each college's admissions site before applying.

Cost and outcomes: tuition for academic year 2024-25; average net price for academic year 2023-24; graduation rate for first-time, full-time students who started in 2018-19, graduating within 150% of normal time (6 years for a bachelor's degree); median earnings 10 years after entry, measured in 2020 and 2021, in 2022 dollars.

Coverage: colleges currently operating that reported SAT or ACT ranges and enrolled at least 500 undergraduates. Data released 2026-06-10, retrieved 2026-10-05. Spot an error? Email [email protected].