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As the second-largest member in the Texas A&M University System, A&M—Commerce is home to nearly 9,000 students, three academic colleges, and more than 100 degree programs. The small-town atmosphere and small class sizes provide hands-on experience and mentoring from professors for a diverse population—from first-generation college freshmen to transfer students and nontraditional online students. On campus, state-of-the-art facilities provide opportunities for students to network, relax, and gain real-world experience in a variety of fields of study. Students will appreciate the multimillion-dollar science building and fully equipped recreation center.
A&M-Commerce is recognized in several areas of study, including teacher and school administration education, agriculture science, music education, and a new media art department that routinely graduates students who have gained national recognition. The university is also known for its research and innovation in assisting rural schools with improving student achievement in mathematics and science. Face-to-face instruction, online courses, and branch campuses in Corsicana, downtown Dallas, and Midlothian are convenient for students in the Northeast Texas region, including the Dallas—Fort Worth Metroplex.