Texas A&M International University, Laredo

Established in 1994, Texas A&M International University's Dr. F. M. Canseco School of Nursing was founded to address the healthcare needs of Laredo and its border regions. Offering a variety of nursing programs, the school is committed to preparing dedicated healthcare professionals for the future.

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Laredo, Texas

School Ranking: B+

Texas A & M International University is a 4 year or higher State Institution. It is a public and non-profit institution. The institution offers a variety of hybrid, on-campus, and online programs—including BSN, MSN, Post Grad Certificate, and RN to BSN degrees. Programs are accredited by the ACEN and CCNE and the institution is regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. Texas A & M International University admits 48% of applicants and graduates 54% of its students.

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Quick Overview

  • $43,316 Undergraduate Tuition
  • $13,579 Graduate Tuition
  • Master's College & University: Larger Programs
  • 6,459 Undergraduate Enrolled
    *Certificate and degree-seeking students
  • 1,526 Graduate Students Enrolled
  • 48% Acceptance Rate
  • 54% Graduation Rate

Student Demographics

  • 21 Average Age
  • 38% Men
  • 62% Women
  • 0% Veterans
  • 81% White
  • 91% Hispanic
  • 1% Black
  • 1% Asian

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Nursing Programs

  • RN to BSN

  • Online BSN Program
  • $8,992 In-State Tuition
  • 32 Credits
  • 12 Months
  • 2.50 GPA Required
  • 4.4 Program Score
  • Traditional BSN

  • On-Campus BSN Program
  • $77,640 In-State Tuition
  • 120 Credits
  • 48 Months
  • 4.4 Program Score

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Texas A&M International University, Dr. F. M Canseco School of Nursing was established by the Laredo community to meet the health needs of the city and surrounding border areas.

In 1994, the school launched a baccalaureate completion program (RN/BSN) for Associate Degree Registered Nurses, welcoming its first cohort in January 1995. By May 1996, the RN/BSN program achieved full accreditation from the Texas Board of Nursing. In October 1997, following the graduation of its first student, the program earned a five-year initial accreditation from the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission. It has since added several nursing programs to its offerings.

Nursing Programs at Texas A&M International University

Nursing and healthcare programs offered at Texas A&M International University include:

  • Bachelor of Science in Public Health
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
  • RN to BSN
  • BS Chemistry
  • Master of Public Administration
  • Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
    • Family Nurse Practitioner
    • Nursing Administration

Texas A&M International University's Mission

Texas A&M International University aims to prepare students for leadership in complex healthcare systems and culturally diverse state, national, and global societies. The university seeks to do this through instruction, faculty and student research, and public service, ultimately improving the quality of lives for the communities its graduates serve.

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