Student Resources

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Academic Success Center

The Academic Success Center represents a collaboration between Academic Affairs and Student Affairs. Our mission is to provide access to comprehensive resources to Aggies from all geographical, socio-economic, and ethnic backgrounds so that they can achieve their academic goals and fulfill their academic potential. Our holistic approach fosters mental and physical well being and encourages students to identify roadblocks, set realistic, attainable, and personally fulfilling academic goals, and take ownership of their learning.

Career Center

The Career Center offers services for undergraduate, graduate, and former students. They help students connect the dots between their interests and their future through major exploration, resume writing, job shadowing, and much more! Career Advisors are designated to work with students from each college on campus and to provide tailored advising to meet individual needs.

Graduate and Professional School

The Graduate and Professional School (GPS) is a global leader in graduate education, committed to the pursuit of knowledge and the power of intellect. Through exceptional service and commitment to the highest standards, GPS advocates for graduate education at Texas A&M and throughout Texas. The Graduate and Professional School is committed to a diverse campus climate, enhancement of the graduate experience and the development of all students as global citizens.

The Graduate and Professional School serves Texas A&M graduate students as an advocate for their graduate education and houses the Ombudsperson for Graduate Education. They establish procedures to guarantee the highest quality educational experience at the graduate level, foster and facilitate interdisciplinary/intercollegiate graduate programs and research activities, and strive to maintain and enhance an environment conducive to creative scholarship and scientific inquiry.

Graduate School Orientation (opens in new window)

Office of the Registrar

Welcome to Aggieland from the Office of the Registrar. From your first day of class to your walk across the graduation stage, the Office of the Registrar follows you through your time at Texas A&M. On this site you can find information on course registration, how to order a Texas A&M transcript, or how to apply for graduation in Howdy, among other things. The purpose of the Office of the Registrar is to serve all students—prospective, current, former and all faculty and staff. Look here for scheduling policies and help with the curricular approval process and catalog.

Help Desk Central

Help Desk Central (HDC) is available 24/7 to assist Texas A&M students, faculty and staff with information technology questions by phone, email, chat, in person and on the web.

Call 979.845.8300 or email helpdesk@tamu.edu. Visit the Knowledge Base for contact information, tutorials, guides and other documentation on IT resources and services. HDC is located in the Computing Services Center, Room CS00.

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What degrees and programs are available?

Currently, we have 1 undergraduate and 64 graduate degrees and 50 certificates available to take via Distance Education. Check out the Distance Education Degrees and Certificates page on our site.

How do I know how to register for my classes?

In order to register for a class at Texas A&M, you must be a student with a valid NetID. Visit the Howdy portal, and the My Record tab. Fill out the Distance Education Location Update before registering. Then choose Add or Drop Classes.

Who is my advisor?

Each department has advisors available. If you have not made contact with a specific advisor, feel free to reach out to one of the contacts listed with the degree or certificate you are interested in.

Are all DE programs the same?

No, each program is tailored to meet the requirements of the department. Some classes will be taught asynchronous and others synchronous.

What is the difference between asynchronous and synchronous?

Synchronous instruction occurs in real time using interactive videoconferencing. Asynchronous instruction does not occur in real time. The instructor provides content that the student can access electronically, generally at a time convenient for the student.

Is there IT support?

Absolutely! Help Desk Central is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and 365 days a year. 979-845-8300

Can I wait and do all my classwork at one time?

No. Not all DE classes are self-paced. Some DE classes follow the same timeframe as on-campus classes. Check your syllabus or with your instructor to verify.

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The Aggie Ring and Honor Code

The Aggie Ring is the most visible symbol of the Aggie Network that connects Aggies around the world. Dating back over a hundred years, it is a tradition that is deep in symbolism. Every symbol represents values every Aggie should hold: Excellence, Integrity, Leadership, Loyalty, Respect and Selfless Service.

"AN AGGIE DOES NOT LIE, CHEAT OR STEAL, OR TOLERATE THOSE WHO DO."

Texas A&M University is dedicated to the discovery, development, communication and application of knowledge in a wide range of academic and professional fields and assumes as its historic trust the maintenance of freedom of inquiry and an intellectual environment nurturing the human mind and spirit. Living in accordance with the Aggie Code of Honor is critical to these ideals, to the goal of assuming a place of preeminence in higher education, and to the development of the whole student.

Aggie Honor System Office

Will I have an orientation?

Yes, all DE students have the opportunity to complete a new graduate student orientation organized by the Graduate and Professional School (GPS). You will receive an invitation by email or may visit their website for more information. Orientation information and new graduate student resources can be found on the GPS website. In addition, all DE students have an opportunity to view an online orientation in Howdy.

Disability Resources

Disability Resources offers accommodations coordination, evaluation referral, disability-related information, assistive technology services, sign language interpreting and transcription services for academically related purposes. 

Students who are seeking an academic accommodation related to a disability, will need to provide documentation of that disability to Disability Resources. This documentation must be supplied by a qualified professional who is licensed or certified to diagnose the disability in question. An appointment must be scheduled with an Access Coordinator (AC) in the Department of Disability Resources to discuss potential need for services and to gather resource and referral information.

Disability Resources can provide resources and referral information about other disability services.

Military Education Benefits

The Veteran Services Office (VSO) is available to help veterans and their dependents maximize their college funding at Texas A&M University. Over 3,800 students which includes National Guard, Reservist, Active Duty, Veterans and children or spouses of those who have served or currently serving in the military currently receive veterans’ educational benefits at our institution.

Financial Aid Options for Veterans

How do I get a student ID?

If you are here visiting campus or here for orientation, visit Student Business Services located in the General Services Complex. You can also apply for your MyAggieCard online.

How do I file a complaint?

Distance Education Student Grievances Process

Reauthorization of the Higher Education Act includes regulations regarding the delivery of distance education to out-of-state residents. The United States Department of Education (USDOE) requires that institutions comply with any applicable state approval or licensure requirements in each state to which distance education instruction is delivered.

Higher education institutions delivering courses by distance education are required to provide current or prospective students with contact information for filing complaints with the institution's State approval or licensing entity.

Texas A&M University has been approved to participate in the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA). NC-SARA is a voluntary, regional approach to state oversight of postsecondary distance education. View the outlined NC-SARA student complaint process (opens in a new window). 

Filing Complaints with Texas A&M University

In most cases, these complaint procedures require the student to exhaust all complaint avenues internal to the institution before a complaint can be filed at the state or accrediting agency level. Students are advised to first attempt to resolve complaints through appropriate channels within Texas A&M University.

Texas A&M University Student Rules (opens in a new window) are written to provide all students, including those enrolled in DE courses and programs, with instructions and contact information for each administrative unit through which to register a complaint or grievance.

Student rules 45 through 62 (opens in a new window) outline grievance processes and procedures including the Texas A&M University offices responsible for assisting students with matters related to civil rights violations (including discrimination, disabilities, sexual harassment, etc.), academic matters (including grades, unexcused absences, suspensions, and blocks), student conduct and disciplinary matters, financial assessments, and parking citations.

For more information regarding Texas A&M University Distance Education Grievance Policies and Procedures or to submit a Distance Education complaint, please contact:

Office of the Registrar
Distance Education
P.O. Box 30018
College Station, TX 77842-3018
Phone: (979) 845-8201
Fax: (979) 845-4757
Email: distance@tamu.edu

Filing Complaints with Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board

THECB Complaints Procedures (opens in a new window)

For more information, contact:

Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board
1200 E. Anderson Lane
Austin, TX 78752
512.427.6101
student complaints@highered.texas.gov

Filing Complaints with Other States

The Complaint Process for Individual States provides links to state education agencies and any other relevant State official or agency that would appropriately handle a student's complaint. The Student Grievance Contact Information for Individual States (opens in a new window) lists the contact information for all states.

Filing Complaints with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

You may also file a complaint with TAMU's regional accrediting agency, SACSCOC. Complete the Commission's Complaint Form (PDF) (opens in a new window) and send two print copies to:

President
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
1866 Southern Lane
Decatur, GA 30033-4097