TAMUK Implements Changes to In-State Tution
KINGSVILLE, TEXAS (News Release) - In compliance with a recent federal court order and guidance from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, Texas A&M University-Kingsville is making required changes to in-state tuition eligibility beginning in the Fall 2025 semester.
These changes affect students who previously qualified for in-state tuition under Texas Education Code § 54.053(a)(3) but who cannot demonstrate lawful presence in the United States. Under the new legal requirements, affected students will be reclassified as non-residents for tuition purposes unless they provide documentation of lawful presence.
“Texas A&M University-Kingsville is committed to supporting all affected students during this transition,” said Dr. Rosalind Alderman, Vice President of Enrollment Management. “Our team is prepared to discuss available resources with students impacted by this change who wish to continue on their educational journey.”
The university is reviewing each student’s residency status in accordance with the law and is notifying students who may be affected. Documentation demonstrating lawful presence aligns with the same documents accepted by the Texas Department of Public Safety for a Real ID driver’s license.
Students with questions or concerns are encouraged to contact Hernán Hernandez in the Office of Financial Aid at hernan.hernandez@tamuk.edu or 361-593-4162 for personalized support.
