Financial Aid

At Texas A&M University, we work to make a transformational education accessible to all students. We offer a variety of financial assistance and scholarship options to make your education as affordable as possible.

Scholarships and Financial Aid

State and federal financial aid helped more than 72% of students at our main campus fund their college education in fiscal year 2023. University scholarships are awarded on the basis of academic merit, leadership participation and financial need, or any combination of these items. These scholarships are awarded by our Scholarships and Financial Aid office, academic colleges, departments and other Texas A&M units.

Learn more about scholarships
Financial Aid for Branch Campuses

Other Types of Aid

We offer a variety of financial assistance options, including:

  • Grants

    Grants are based on financial need and do not need to be repaid.

  • Loans

    Loans are a financial resource that need to be repaid after graduation.

  • Student employment

    Texas A&M offers many part-time job opportunities for students, such as work studies, internships and graduate assistantships.

  • Tuition waivers and exemptions

    Some students may be eligible for exemptions and waivers to pay a reduced amount of tuition and/or fees.

  • Emergency aid

    Texas A&M offers several resources for students who are facing temporary financial hardship.

  • Military education benefits

    Military veterans, service members and their families may be eligible for both federal and state tuition benefits.

  • Additional aid opportunities

    There are many additional financial aid options, including graduate fellowships and the Aggie ACHIEVE program.

Applying for Aid

Applying for financial aid is an important part of preparing for your college education. Eligibility for various programs is determined by your residency status, dependency status and other factors.

Find the right financial aid application for you