Texas A&M University-Central Texas
Texas A&M University-Central Texas is located in Killeen. As part of the Texas A&M system, it aims to provide accessible education to a diverse student body. The university emphasizes practical, career-focused programs. Its location near Fort Hood also serves a significant population of military-affiliated students.
Financial Aid
The sticker price is rarely what families actually pay. Texas A&M University-Central Texas's grant and scholarship aid lowers the net price for most income brackets. 48% of students receive Pell Grants; 43% take federal loans.
Average net price across income brackets is $2,227, roughly 66% lower than the published tuition.
Net Price by Family Income
Academic Year 2025| Income Bracket | Avg Net Price | 4-Year Net Cost |
|---|---|---|
| $0 – $30K | $509 | $2,036 |
| $30K – $48K | $3,946 | $15,784 |
| $48K – $75K | Aid > cost | $0 |
| Sticker price (no aid) | $6,627 | $26,508 |
Programs at Texas A&M University-Central Texas
9 degree programs ranked by DegreeOutlook Score. Click any program for AI scenario analysis and 10-year earnings projections.
| Degree Program | DW Score | 1-yr Earnings | AI Risk | ROI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing Compare across schools → |
79
|
$88,036/yr | High | 32.2x |
| Accounting Compare across schools → |
71
|
$54,813/yr | Very High | 19.7x |
| Business Administration Compare across schools → |
71
|
$45,400/yr | High | 21.4x |
| Information Sciences Compare across schools → |
70
|
$45,536/yr | Very High | 19.5x |
| Criminal Justice Compare across schools → |
60
|
$45,976/yr | Moderate | 15.9x |
| Human Resources Compare across schools → |
55
|
$41,378/yr | High | 14.6x |
| Social Work Compare across schools → |
48
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$35,345/yr | Moderate | 18.6x |
| Psychology Compare across schools → |
46
|
$34,531/yr | High | 16.3x |
| Liberal Arts & Humanities Compare across schools → |
44
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$38,253/yr | Low | 18.8x |