Texas A&M University is the only public college in Texas to appear in the 2018 Fiske Guide to Colleges, a listing which cites the best colleges that offer a superior education for the most affordable cost.

The guide grades schools for its best buy list based on academic programs and quality in relation to total cost. In short, the colleges listed are the best bargains for the money.

To view full article, visit today.tamu.edu/2017/07/18/texas-am-states-only-public-college-to-make-fiske-college-rankings-for-2018

The Pat Tillman Foundation announced that Texas A&M University student-veterans Jarrod Romine and Anthony Dolomisiewicz have been selected as 2017 Tillman scholars.

In recognition of their service, leadership and potential, the newly selected class of nearly 60 U.S. service members, veterans and military spouses chosen for this year’s class will receive over $1.1 million in scholarships to pursue their higher education and continue their service in the fields of medicine, law, business, policy, technology, education and the arts.

To view full article, visit today.tamu.edu/2017/06/12/two-aggie-veterans-selected-as-2017-tillman-scholars/

The University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School, in conjunction with the Texas A&M Mays, University of Texas McCombs, and Rice University Jones Business Schools, have assisted in the development of a comprehensive, innovative new transition platform, the Veteran Accelerated Management Program (VAMP), for senior service members entering the workforce.

To view the full article, visit today.tamu.edu/2017/06/29/texas-am-joins-thee-universities-in-vetted-partnership-to-transition-vets-into-workforce/.

The ApplyTexas and Coalition application for freshman admission and scholarships opens July 1, 2017 for the 2018-2019 academic year. Visit applytexas.org or coalitionforcollegeaccess.org to start your application. The deadline to submit your application for both admissions and scholarships and all required documents is December 1, 2017.

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Student Population	Estimated 17-18 Award Date
Incoming Transfer (College Station and Galveston)	Mid May
Dental Professional, 4th Year Medicine, and 4th Year Pharmacy	Late May
1st-3rd Year Pharmacy, 1st-3rd Year Medicine, and Nursing	Early June
All Continuing Graduates and Undergraduates (College Station and Galveston)	Early June
1st-3rd Year Veterinary	Mid June

Check to see whether your FAFSA has been processed and learn about your Student Aid Report, how to update or correct your FAFSA, and how to accept and receive your aid.

To view full article, visit studentaid.ed.gov/sa/fafsa/next-steps/

So, you’ve filed your FAFSA^®, and you’ve checked your Student Aid Report to be sure all your information is correct, and now you’re wondering how that data is used to come up with the list of financial aid for which you’re eligible. 

To view full article, visit studentaid.ed.gov/sa/fafsa/next-steps/how-calculated

If you’re having difficulty repaying your federal student loans, then you might want to consider a deferment or forbearance. These two temporary solutions allow you to stop making or, in some instances, to lower your monthly federal student loan payment.

To view full article, visit blog.ed.gov/2016/08/5-questions-ask-before-postponing-loans

The temptation to pull an all-nighter is common with college students. Sometimes cramming is a consequence of social choices (one party won’t hurt, right? the test is days away) and sometimes it comes from the sheer amount of work required as finals approach. In either case, you’re doing more harm than good when you swap sleep for studying.

To view full article, visit college.usatoday.com/2017/04/18/3-reasons-why-you-shouldnt-pull-that-all-nighter-ahead-of-your-final/

If you’re a university student, chances are you know how difficult it can be to live on a tight budget. Going abroad will only amplify the need to watch your spending. Here are some handy tips and tricks to help you conserve cash while abroad!

To view full article, visit isastudentblog.wordpress.com/2016/01/15/how-to-get-the-most-out-of-study-abroad-while-on-a-student-budget/