Texas A&M University

About the University

Texas A&M University offers a comprehensive nursing education with programs designed to fit busy lifestyles. The university is CCNE-accredited, ensuring high-quality education through a mix of hybrid and online learning options that maintain academic rigor while providing flexibility.

Programs Offered

• BSN (Traditional) – On Campus, $48,000 total, 48-month program, 80% graduation rate
• DNP – Online + Campus, $36,000 total, 36-month program, 80% graduation rate
• DNP – Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) – On Campus, 36-month program
• MSN – Psychiatric Mental Health NP (PMHNP) – On Campus, 24-month program
• MSN — Family Nurse Practitioner – Online + Campus, $24,750 total, 30-month program, 80% graduation rate
• PhD in Nursing – On Campus, $72,000 total, 60-month program, 80% graduation rate
• RN to BSN – Online, $9,000 total, 15-month program, 80% graduation rate

Admissions

Admission to Texas A&M University’s nursing programs is competitive. Key criteria include:

• Traditional BSN (pre-licensure):
  • Minimum prerequisite GPA: 3.3; minimum nursing science GPA: 3.3
  • Minimum HESI A2 score: 75% in each required section
  • Minimum grade of “C” in each prerequisite course
  • Consideration of GPA, timed verbal/written assessments, community service, leadership, military service, and regional residency
• Graduate Programs (DNP, MSN, PhD):
  • Minimum GPA: 3.0
  • Competitive admission considering GPA, prerequisite completion, and other factors
• AMEDD Enlisted Commissioning Program (AECP): Military pathway with specific requirements

Applicants are encouraged to aim for a prerequisite GPA of 3.5 or higher to be competitive. Admission cycles occur twice yearly (Spring and Fall). Both NursingCAS and ApplyTexas applications are required, with nursing indicated as the primary major.

Schedule & Format

• BSN (Traditional): On-campus in Bryan–College Station and McAllen
• Second-Degree BSN: Face-to-face at the Round Rock campus with traditional instruction, simulation, clinicals, and video-conferenced lectures
• RN-to-BSN: Entirely online with practicum experiences in students’ communities
• ASCEND (RN-to-BSN for Blinn College students): Hybrid model: ADN courses in-person at Blinn; BSN courses online via Texas A&M
• MSN – Nursing Education: Primarily online with 45 required on-campus clinical hours in Bryan–College Station
• MSN – Family Nurse Practitioner: Primarily online with on-campus clinical experiences in Bryan–College Station
• DNP – Extreme Environment Nursing: Asynchronous online over seven semesters, with most clinical hours completed in students’ communities

Key Considerations

• Accreditation: Texas A&M University holds CCNE accreditation, ensuring the curriculum meets nationally recognized standards for nursing education.
• NCLEX Pass Rate: The university reports a 99% NCLEX pass rate, exceeding the national average of 87–89%.
• Clinical Partnerships: Strong clinical partnerships provide diverse, high-quality hands-on experience.
• Student Support Services: Academic advising, tutoring, career counseling, and NCLEX preparation resources are available.
• Career Outlook: The median annual wage for registered nurses was $93,600 as of May 2024 (BLS), with 189,100 RN job openings projected annually through 2034.

Program-Specific Details

• BSN (Traditional): Minimum GPA: 3.3, delivered on-campus in Bryan–College Station and McAllen.
• DNP: Minimum GPA: 3.0, asynchronous online delivery with community-based clinical hours.
• DNP – Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP): Minimum GPA: 3.0, competitive admission, online with part-time and full-time options.
• MSN – Psychiatric Mental Health NP (PMHNP): Minimum GPA: 3.0, competitive admission, online with part-time and full-time options.
• MSN — Family Nurse Practitioner: Minimum GPA: 3.0, competitive admission, primarily online with on-campus clinical experiences.
• RN to BSN: Entirely online with practicum experiences in students’ communities.