I am a Theatre Major at Texas A&M, a program most people are unaware even exists. It is tough being in a small department in a large school, but simply due to the Aggie Network and facilities present for all students, even those of us in small departments are learning as much as we possibly can. I have taken engineering Math and Physics classes as well, though, and can say that they are rigorous and will teach you everything you ever wanted to know and more.
Do you enjoy the experience at your school?
I am also a proud member of the fightin' Texas Aggie Corps of Cadets. Often called the largest fraternity in the world, it is much more than that. It is a leadership training program unlike any other in the world. The people I have met in the Corps, as they say in Aggie land, will probably marry me and bury me.
Even out of the Corps, I find myself enjoying life the most I possibly could. The night life, even for a small town, always has something available (if you're willing to Two-Step). The countless clubs and extensive list of P.E., or Kinesiology, classes can add the right amount of fun to your academic day.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
Being from out of state, it was worrisome picking a Texas school due to finances. But by joining the Corps of Cadets, I received a moderate scholarship, which ALSO gave me instate tuition. The facilities I have access to as a student and clubs and social groups I am able to join are phenomenal. The classes are challenging and will teach you everything you need to know, and the Corps will provide you with training that you can't get anywhere else.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
Apply early. I applied early December and got my acceptance letter in January. This gave me time to think about the decision I was about to make.
Join the Corps. The scholarship, guaranteed on-campus housing, academic support only available to corps members, and leadership training, not to mention the friends you will make, are so very important. Also, Aggie traditions are all based in the Corps, and those not in the Corps don't understand some of the most important aspects of being an Aggie.
Visit the college. I can tell you everything great about it, but you need to visit and make sure it fits you.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
There is no one that A&M, and the Corps, is not perfect for. The reason I went there ultimately is that it was a huge school, and since I wasn't exactly sure what I wanted to major in, I knew I would find something if I stuck around long enough (and I have).
I am a Theatre Major at Texas A&M, a program most people are unaware even exists. It is tough being in a small department in a large school, but simply due to the Aggie Network and facilities present for all students, even those of us in small departments are learning as much as we possibly can. I have taken engineering Math and Physics classes as well, though, and can say that they are rigorous and will teach you everything you ever wanted to know and more.
I am also a proud member of the fightin' Texas Aggie Corps of Cadets. Often called the largest fraternity in the world, it is much more than that. It is a leadership training program unlike any other in the world. The people I have met in the Corps, as they say in Aggie land, will probably marry me and bury me. Even out of the Corps, I find myself enjoying life the most I possibly could. The night life, even for a small town, always has something available (if you're willing to Two-Step). The countless clubs and extensive list of P.E., or Kinesiology, classes can add the right amount of fun to your academic day.
Being from out of state, it was worrisome picking a Texas school due to finances. But by joining the Corps of Cadets, I received a moderate scholarship, which ALSO gave me instate tuition. The facilities I have access to as a student and clubs and social groups I am able to join are phenomenal. The classes are challenging and will teach you everything you need to know, and the Corps will provide you with training that you can't get anywhere else.
Apply early. I applied early December and got my acceptance letter in January. This gave me time to think about the decision I was about to make. Join the Corps. The scholarship, guaranteed on-campus housing, academic support only available to corps members, and leadership training, not to mention the friends you will make, are so very important. Also, Aggie traditions are all based in the Corps, and those not in the Corps don't understand some of the most important aspects of being an Aggie. Visit the college. I can tell you everything great about it, but you need to visit and make sure it fits you.
There is no one that A&M, and the Corps, is not perfect for. The reason I went there ultimately is that it was a huge school, and since I wasn't exactly sure what I wanted to major in, I knew I would find something if I stuck around long enough (and I have).