College is just as much a transition for parents as it is for students. Thank you for trusting Texas A&M University

Howdy Future Aggie Parents!

We know starting college is just as much a transition for parents as it is for students. Thank you for trusting Texas A&M University with your kiddos. To ease your mind about the safety and success of your student, we've compiled resources specifically for parents. Check them out below!

Important Application and Grade Dates

Freshmen Application Dates:

Applications Open: August 1
Deadline for Fall 2025 Applications: December 1
Deadline for Spring 2026 Applications: October 15

Transfer Application Dates:

Summer/Fall 2025 Applications Open: January 1
Deadline for Summer/Fall 2025 Applications: March 1
Spring 2026 Applications Open: August 1
Deadline for Spring 2026 Applications: October 15

Fall 2025 Semester Begins: August 25

Fall 2025 Semester Ends: December 8

Fall 2025 Grades Available: December 22

Spring 2026 Semester Begins: January 12

Spring 2026 Semester Ends: April 28

Spring 2026 Grades Available: May 11

View Academic Calendar

Aggie Parent Resources

Parents & Family Portal

Parents and family members have access to an exclusive news feed, important dates, helpful resources and more.

ACCESS THE AGGIE PARENT PORTAL

Campus Safety

Texas A&M University’s top priority is the safety of students, faculty, staff and visitors on campus. We have several safety resources available to anyone on campus to guarantee Aggieland remains a safe place to live, learn and grow.

VIEW CAMPUS SAFETY MEASURES

Travel Information

Texas A&M is located within three hours of the four largest cities in Texas: Austin, Dallas, Houston and San Antonio. Located in the heart of the Brazos Valley, it is easy to get to Bryan-College Station from anywhere in Texas.

GET DIRECTIONS TO AGGIELAND

Family Weekend

Family Weekend is an annual tradition at Texas A&M that is dedicated to honoring all Aggie family members. A detailed schedule will be available in February.

HISTORY OF FAMILY WEEKEND

STAY IN COLLEGE STATION

STAY IN BRYAN

Aggie Moms

The Federation of Texas A&M University Mothers’ Clubs is a nationwide organization for moms of current Aggies. Their mission is “by individual and united effort to contribute in every way to the comfort and welfare of the students and to cooperate with Texas A&M University in maintaining a high standard of moral conduct and intellectual attainment”.

JOIN AGGIE MOMS

Parent Publications

Texas A&M currently offers an Aggie Family Newsletter to keep you connected to your student and a Family Calendar to stay up-to-date.

Fast Facts

The Liberty Bell replica in the Academic building, was a gift given by the federal government to each of the states for their contributions in World War II. Most states have theirs in the Capitol building, but Texas, recognizing Texas A&M's sacrifice especially, gifted it to us.