Due to the coronavirus pandemic, seniors preparing to graduate from colleges across the country will face one of the most precarious economies since the financial crisis of 2007-08.
The College of Engineering at Texas A&M University is responding by offering Texas A&M engineering students graduating in May or August 2020, with a 3.0 GPA or higher, expedited admittance to engineering graduate studies to help those without jobs weather the economic storm.
These students are eligible for the special Quick Admit program, which includes a simplified application and does not require application fees, GRE scores or letters of recommendation.
“Some employers of our students have furloughed or eliminated significant segments of their workforce due to the pandemic and job offers have been impacted,” said Dr. M. Katherine Banks, vice chancellor and dean of engineering. “When the economy stabilizes, recent college graduates will face a highly competitive marketplace. This program is one way we can support our students through the economic downturn, while helping them build a more competitive skill set.”
The college offers several Master of Engineering and Master of Science in Engineering degree programs.
Graduate study advisors are offering virtual office hours on Tuesday, April 14 from 1-2 p.m. to assist students interested in learning more about this program. Additional information, and a link to the short application, can be found on the college’s website.