About Nuclear Engineering in Texas A&M University
Nuclear engineers are involved in the design, construction, and operation of nuclear power plants for power generation, propulsion of nuclear ships and submarines, and space power systems. Nuclear engineers are also involved in the handling of nuclear fuels, the safe disposal of radioactive wastes, and in medical uses of radioactive isotopes. Many of these engineers find industrial and medical uses for radioactive materials—for example, in equipment used in medical diagnosis and treatment. Many others specialize in the development of nuclear power sources for ships or spacecraft.
Academic qualification equivalents
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To be considered official: Your transcript(s) must have an original signature of a school official (Registrar, Principal, Controller of Examinations or the Ministry of Education) or an original school seal.
All foreign transcripts must include an English translation or credential evaluation prepared by a recognized service and include all original seals and/or signatures.
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Submit an official high school/secondary transcript. If you are in the final year when you apply, an official transcript showing at least three years of completed coursework and in-progress coursework must be received by the deadline.
English language requirements
- TOEFL : Minimum TOEFL i-BT score of 80
- IELTS : Minimum IELTS Academic test score of 6.0 overall band (Texas A&M University does not accept the IELTS General test)
- PTE Academic Test: 55
Texas A&M University Highlights
Type of institution |
Public |
Application Portal |
Undergraduate:- applyTexas.org or coalition application
Graduate:- online |
Acceptance rate |
70% |
Test scores accepted |
SAT, ACT, GRE, and GMAT |
English test scores accepted |
TOEFL/ PTE/ IELTS |
Academic calendar |
Semester based |
Intake session |
Fall and spring |
Work experience |
Required for graduate programs |
Financial aid |
Loans, Scholarships, and grants |
Texas A&M University Cost of Attendance
The following is an estimate of the cost of studying in the United States for overseas students:
Cost Head |
Expenses in USD (Approximate) Academic year |
Tuition Fees |
39,072 |
Service Fees |
64 |
Room and Board (on Campus) |
11,400 |
Books and Supplies |
1,222 |
Personal Expenses and Transportation |
6,792 |
Total |
58,492 |