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Public, 4-Year
Commerce, TX

East Texas A&M University

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in TX. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$10,026

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

92.6%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

44.2%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$50,296

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

East Texas A&M University is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Commerce, TX. With a competitive tuition profile of $10,026, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 44.2% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing480 – 590
20025th–75th percentile800
Math460 – 580
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite18 – 24
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

92.6%

Transfer-Out Rate26.2%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$40,104

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

2.0 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$20,296

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$162,856

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$365,816

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 44%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at East Texas A&M University is $20,500.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
60.2%
39.8%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
39.5%
Hispanic
26.1%
Black
19.3%
Unknown
5.9%
Two or more
5.1%
Asian
2.3%
International
1.3%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.4%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.1%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$10,026

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$8,709
$30k - $48k$8,290
$48k - $75k$11,193
$75k+$17,954

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$20,500
Pell Grant Recipients40.5%
Using Federal Loans38.3%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment46.6%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

63.1%

Success

44.2%

In-State Cost

$10,026

Age 25+ Students

32.3%

Carnegie Class

Doctoral/Professional

Working at 6yr

3,082 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Commerce (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Commerce (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.