Texas A&M University-Central Texas
About
Texas A&M University-Central Texas in Killeen is a uniquely designed upper-level institution catering exclusively to transfer, non-traditional, and graduate students seeking to complete their bachelor's or master's degrees. The university is highly regarded for its robust College of Business Administration, as well as its popular, career-focused programs in computer information systems, psychology, criminal justice, and education. Set against a scenic campus near Fort Cavazos, the student experience is defined by a diverse, supportive, and military-friendly community that offers flexible evening and online courses tailored to working adults. What truly sets the university apart is its seamless, cost-effective transfer pathways from community colleges and its status as one of the most affordable public universities in Texas.
Wikipedia:Texas A&M University–Central Texas is a public university in Killeen, Texas, United States. It is one of the newest members of The Texas A&M University System. Founded in 1999 as a branch of Tarleton State University, it became an independent member of the Texas A&M University System in September 2009. A&M-Central Texas is an upper division college, meaning its students must complete their freshman and sophomore-level coursework at a two-year college or other institution of higher education. Texas A&M–Central Texas primarily serves non-traditional students: The average age of the student body is 34, 40% of students are affiliated with the US military, and most students attend part-time. Texas A&M–Central Texas' students are known as the Warriors, and the school colors are navy blue, maroon, and silver. The university has a main campus, an extension building in north Killeen, and a site location on the United States Army post at Fort Hood.
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