Texas
A&M International University
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About TAMIU
Texas A&M International University (TAMIU) is an international university, poised at the Gateway to Mexico and serving as the cultural and intellectual hub of a vibrant bilingual and bicultural community.
A Member of The Texas A&M University System, TAMIU is committed to the preparation of students for leadership roles in their chosen profession in an increasingly complex, culturally-diverse state, national and global society.
The University provides over 6000 students with a learning
environment anchored by the highest quality programs built on a solid academic
foundation in the arts and sciences. To fulfill its mission, the University
offers a range of baccalaureate and masters programs and the Doctor of Philosophy
degree in International Business. Programs focus on developing undergraduate
and graduate offerings with a progressive international agenda for global study
and understanding across all disciplines.
Our Mission
Texas A&M International University (TAMIU), a Member of The Texas A&M University System, prepares students for leadership roles in their chosen profession in an increasingly complex, culturally-diverse state, national and global society.
A&M International provides students with a learning environment anchored by the highest quality programs built on a solid academic foundation in the arts and sciences. To fulfill its mission, the University offers a range of baccalaureate and masters programs and the Doctor of Philosophy degree in International Business Administration. In addition to offering excellent undergraduate and graduate programs, the university pursues a progressive agenda for global study and understanding across all disciplines.
Through instruction, faculty and student research, and public service, Texas A&M International University embodies a strategic point of delivery for well-defined programs and services that improve the quality of life for citizens of the border region, the state of Texas, and national and international communities.
History
In August of 1970, students were accepted at what was then called Texas A&I University at Laredo. While initially a "center" under then-Texas A&I University, this was the start of a legacy of higher education for South Texas. The focus then was to address a demand in teacher education and business disciplines. Texas A&I University at Laredo was organized under the upper-level concept of higher education, offering only junior and senior level course work. This approach provided a local bachelors degree opportunity for area residents. The upper-level University was later expanded to include graduate degree programs.
In September 1977, the University became Laredo State University, and its "center" status officially removed in 1987. As the University grew, its scope widened and an expanded faculty was recruited to deliver new programs. The University became a Member of The Texas A&M University System on September 1, 1989 and Texas A&M International University in 1993.
The 74th Texas Legislature approved an expansion to four-year status in the Fall of 1995, further authorizing the University to develop joint degree programs with Mexican and Canadian institutions of higher education. Additional authorization has permitted the development of doctoral level programs.
The year 1995 was a watershed year for the University as it welcomed its first freshmen and sophomore students, inaugurated a newly-constructed 300-acre campus in northeast Laredo and marked its 25th anniversary.
TAMIU Today
The campus recently completed Phase V of its Master Plan, has completed its Center for the Fine and Performing Arts’ theatre, and dedicated a new Kinesiology, Wellness and Recreation Center. The construction of a new Student Success Center is nearing completion. TAMIU, Texas’ first new campus constructed in 25 years, represents a nearly $200 million construction initiative.
TAMIU is now home to four colleges: the College of Arts and Sciences, College of Business Administration, College of Education and College of Nursing and Health Sciences and its Dr. F. M. Canseco School of Nursing.
TAMIU is currently celebrating its 40th Anniversary.
Our Location
Laredo is 156 miles south of San Antonio, 158 miles west of Corpus Christi, and 153 miles north of Monterrey, Nuevo Leon, Mexíco. It is located at an enviable crossroads of international business and life and its history hallmarked by seven sovereign flags.
A downtown revitalization project is currently underway and major commercial development projects are committed. One of the state’s and nation’s fastest growing communities, Laredo is a diverse city with a colorful environment and tropical climate that affords a pleasant lifestyle for all.
Getting Here
To Reach TAMIU from Laredo:
Take I-35 North, exit Del Mar (exit 4). At first signal, turn right on Del Mar Boulevard. Continue Northeast on Del Mar. Pas McPherson Street, Winfield subdivision and Alexander High School. At intersection with Loop 20 (stop light), turn right. Continue along Loop 20 to University Boulevard (signal light), turn left. Take your second right to the East Parking Lot for Event Parking or utilize marked Visitor Parking. Additional parking information can be secured from University Police.
From the North or South via I-35:
I-35 to Loop 20 (Bob Bullock Loop). At Loop 20, turn South to the stop light at University Boulevard. East (Left) on University Boulevard. Follow the “Event Parking” signs to the marked parking lot or utilize marked Visitor Parking. Additional parking information can be secured from University Police.
From the East or West, via State Highway 59:
SH59 to the stop light at Loop 20 (Bob Bullock Loop). North on Loop 20 to the stop light at University Boulevard. East (Right) on University Boulevard. Follow the “Event Parking” signs to the marked parking lot or utilize marked Visitor Parking. Additional parking information can be secured from University Police.
For More Information
The Laredo Entertainment Center
Laredo Independent School District
Laredo Convention and Visitors Bureau
United Independent School District