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Texas A&M University is the undisputed leader in engineering research, recently surpassing MIT as the #1 institution in the US for engineering R&D, with $1.5 billion in total annual investments driving industry-led innovation. These investments aren’t just numbers–they reflect deep investor confidence and position the Greater Brazos Region at the forefront of breakthrough advancements in aerospace, defense, and next-generation manufacturing.
$1.5 B
Total R&D Expenditures for fiscal year 2024
#1
Institution in Texas for Total Research Expenditures; Top 20 in the US
#1
Institution in the US for Engineering Research R&D
79,114
Fall 2024 Enrollment at Texas A&M University
A National Leader In
Enrollment
Enrollment for Fall 2024 at Texas A&M University totaled 79,114 students, the largest student body in Texas and one of the largest in the nation. More than 20% of Aggies enrolled as of that semester were graduate or professional students.
A National Leader In
Engineering
Texas A&M University has over 25,000 students enrolled in its College of Engineering as well as 800 faculty members and 15 academic departments. The college has a reputation for innovative partnerships.
A National Leader In
Life Sciences
Texas A&M is driving solutions for humans, animals, and plants through critical research conducted daily on campus. The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, with 15 departments and nearly 100 programs, is training the next generation of scientists. With the University System’s research centers, companies have exceptional opportunities to collaborate and grow.
A National Leader In
One of the nation’s largest university systems
Based in the Greater Brazos Region, the Texas A&M University System includes 11 universities, including its flagship in Bryan-College Station, and eight state agencies.
With over 150,000 students and 22 million annual educational contacts through outreach programs, the system offers strong industry connections. Businesses can partner with students and faculty through research sponsorships, internships, and recruitment programs, with the Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station providing additional industry support.
A State of the Art Proving Ground
A premiere 2,400-acre high-tech research, technology development, and education campus, RELLIS embraces alliances with industry partners for research, testing, and tailored curriculums to meet industry needs. Designed to serve as a bridge between the commercial interests of its corporate partners and the considerable resources available through the Texas A&M University System, partners of RELLIS benefit from access to a rich pool of talent, extensive knowledge and innovative technology. Centers and capabilities within the campus include:
BUSH COMBAT DEVELOPMENT COMPLEX
Ballistic, Aero-Optics, and Materials Range
For just a taste of what is happening at RELLIS, check out “The BAM.” Part of the Bush Combat Development Complex, it will serve as a national leader in hypersonics and directed energy research.
National Center For Therapeutics Manufacturing (NCTM)
NCTM at Texas A&M University specializes in biopharmaceutical and vaccine manufacturing workforce education and research. It serves as an interdisciplinary center to advance the global biopharmaceutical industry through innovative training and research initiatives. NCTM offers customizable educational programs that include instructor-led and hands-on learning experiences. This center plays a critical role in fostering collaboration and cross-fertilization of ideas essential for the development of therapeutics.
The Texas A&M University System State Agencies
