Texas A&M University Corpus Christi traces its beginning to 1947 as the area’s premier institution of higher education as ‘The Island University’. Today, we’re part of The Texas A&M University System, a network of nine universities, seven state agencies and a comprehensive health science center. The following dates are significant milestones marking our amazing transformation.
Offering more than 85 of the most popular degree programs in the state, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi has been proudly providing a solid academic reputation, renowned faculty and highly-rated degree programs with six academic colleges offer bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees from highly accomplished faculty, 80 percent of whom hold the highest degree in their fields. The University is also a part of the distinguished Texas A&M System. The area’s premier institution of higher learning enrolls approximately 12,000 students and is part of The Texas A&M University System.
Students who choose the Island University enjoy a warm, friendly, community environment where faculty often work one-on-one with students on research and other hands-on activities. Islanders become prepared for future careers that begin with experiences right here on the Island.
The prestige of a Texas A&M-Corpus Christi degree is known worldwide. We’re one of only seven federal test sites for unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) in the nation. Our College of Nursing and Health Sciences has been recognized by the White House on several occasions. And, our Harte Research Institute, leader of the Texas One Gulf Center of Excellence is dedicated to advancing the long-term sustainable use and conservation of the Gulf of Mexico.
The university researchers seek to find and implement answers for issues in our community and region. Research expenditures continue to grow and exceeded $28 million in the last year and the University was classified as Doctoral-High Research Activity by the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education in 2018.
Location
Corpus Christi, Texas (USA)
Discover the Island University, the only university in the nation located on its own island, at the heart of the Texas Gulf Coast. With palm tree-lined pathways throughout the campus, nearby natural wetlands, a scenic hike-and-bike trail and a pristine view of the beach and bays
Corpus Christi provides exceptional recreational opportunities such as windsurfing, cycling, fishing and sailing, just to name a few. Corpus Christi is located just a couple hundred miles from other major Texas cities like Houston, San Antonio, Austin, Laredo and Brownsville. So exploring Texas is within reach right from our “Sparkling City by the Bay”. And with a local population of just over 325,000, Corpus Christi provides both the convenience of a major city with the atmosphere of a quaint coastal town.
Corpus Christi is home to multiple outdoor activities including Beach to Bay relay marathon (the largest relay marathon in the United States), Conquer the Coast cycling event, the Texas Jazz Festival, the largest FREE jazz festival in Texas, Festival of the Arts, the Greek Festival and Dia de los Muertos Street Festival.
The students can also choose to visit one of the many restaurants or food trucks that serve a multitude of cuisines from Asian, Indian, Thai, Italian, and some of the best Tex-Mex food you’ve ever had. While Corpus Christi has a magnificent bayfront, excellent dining and no shortage of things to do, Padre Island is the crown jewel of natural attractions and is only a 15 minute drive from the campus. Padre Island, the longest stretch of undeveloped barrier island in the world, is home to the Padre Island National Seashore.
Padre Island is the destination for water sports enthusiasts from around the world. Everything from surfing, kite boarding, windsurfing, wake boarding, kayaking and many other water related activities are at your fingertips. All in all, if you enjoy big city convenience combined with the natural beauty of a coastal town, Corpus Christi and The Island University have it all.
School & Faculty
- Business
- Education and Human Development
- Graduate Studies
- University College
- Liberal Arts
- Nursing and Health Sciences
- Science and Engineering
