COST OF ATTENDANCE

The cost of attendance (COA) is an estimate of what it costs the typical student to attend Texas A&M University at Galveston. Don’t be startled by the sticker price of a college education. Your cost of attendance (COA) doesn’t just cover your college tuition; it takes into account your basic living expenses too. So think about this: it is going to cost you the same amount to live for the next few years whether you’re in college or not…. and college graduates earn an average of $20,000 MORE a year than students who only complete high school.

When comparing financial aid packages from other schools, make sure you are comparing the total cost of attending that school, not just the total financial aid awarded. It is important for you to budget and make wise decisions regarding how to utilize the financial aid funds you receive. 

12-13 Cost of Attendance TAMU GV

Estimated Cost of Attendance Summer 2012

 * Based on 6 credit hours per semester at Texas A&M University, Galveston
** Additional course fees may be applied to Cost of Attendance, cost varies per academic college.

You must take a minimum of 6 hours at TAMUG during the summer to receive any financial aid.

Estimated Cost of Attendance 2012-2013

 * Based on 15 credit hours per semester at Texas A&M University, Galveston
** Additional course fees may be applied to Cost of Attendance, cost varies per academic college.

Tuition and Fees: The average cost of tuition and fees for a typical student based on enrolling for 30 hours per year.
The actual costs that a student incurs will vary depending on the student’s degree or certificate program.

Room and Board: A reasonable estimate of what it would cost to live in Galveston while attending school.
Actual costs may vary by individual choices related to location and circumstances. Typically includes rent, food, snacks, household supplies and utilities.

Books and Supplies: The average cost of books and supplies for a typical student for an entire academic year. Typically includes books, educational supplies, course materials, and computer-related expenses excluding the purchase of a personal computer.

Transportation: Represents travel to and from parent's residence and transportation costs to and from class and work (e.g., bus fare, gasoline, tolls, parking)

Personal Expenses and Miscellaneous: Estimate of costs for clothing, haircuts, entertainment and other miscellaneous expenses. What you actually spend on these types of items may be higher or lower depending on your own lifestyle.

NOTE: Adjustments to Cost of Attendance will be considered for one time purchase of a computer, child care, and study abroad.

If you have any questions please contact the Office of Student Financial Aid at the information below.

Texas A&M University at Galveston
Office of Student Financial Aid
P. O. Box 1675
Galveston, TX 77553
Phone: (409) 740-4500
Fax: (409) 740-4731
4finaid@tamug.edu