# Admissions
**Source**: https://admissions.tamu.edu/resources/future-students
**Parent**: https://admissions.tamu.edu/apply/admitted-students
# Future Students
## College Readiness
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Prospective freshmen have access to [several valuable resources](https://admissions.tamu.edu/resources/future-students/college-readiness) that help make their admissions process easier and their college experience more manageable and enjoyable.\
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## National Scholars
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Texas A&M University ranks ninth nationwide for public enrollment of [National Merit Scholars](https://admissions.tamu.edu/resources/future-students/national-scholars) and continues to grow as an education provider to the highest achieving students year after year. We offer exclusive scholarship opportunities and a rigorous curriculum designed to pull the best out of National Scholars.\
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## Military
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Texas A&M was established as a military institution in 1876 and, after becoming an open-enrollment university since, owes much of its traditions and history to the United States Military and Corps of Cadets. To honor our history and assist veterans, active-duty service people and their dependents, we offer [special resources and assistive services](https://admissions.tamu.edu/resources/future-students/military).\
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[VISIT OUR VETERAN RESOURCE & SUPPORT CENTER](https://aggieveterans.tamu.edu/)
## Transfer Students
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Transferring to Texas A&M gives students access to a world-class education at an unbeatable value. As you join the Aggie family, you also qualify for [opportunities to obtain financial aid, scholarships and awards](https://admissions.tamu.edu/resources/future-students/transfer-students).\
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## International Students
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[International students](https://admissions.tamu.edu/resources/future-students/international-students) help create a diverse educational environment at Texas A&M. We welcome undergraduate and graduate students from across the globe.\
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## Graduate Students
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Texas A&M offers more than [300 graduate and professional degrees](https://grad.tamu.edu/academics/program-directory) to [motivated students](https://admissions.tamu.edu/resources/future-students/graduate-students) looking to further their education. We help mold the doctors, lawyers, professors, movers and shakers of the future.\
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## First-Generation Students
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About 25% of Texas A&M’s students are considered [first-generation](https://admissions.tamu.edu/resources/future-students/first-generation). By enrolling in higher education, you are taking the first step towards improving your and your family’s quality of life, income and future.\
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## Brazos Valley Promise
[Brazos Valley Promise](https://admissions.tamu.edu/resources/future-students/bvp) is a partnership program between Texas A&M University, school districts, students and their families. This program provides first-generation, low-income students with access to college-focused programming and the support they need to pursue higher education. By equipping students with these tools, Brazos Valley Promise bridges the gap between underrepresented students and a quality education.