Texas A&M International University

Texas A&M International University
Other name
TAMIU
Former names
Texas A&I University at Laredo (1969–1977)
Laredo State University (1977–1993)
TypePublic University
Established1970; 56 years ago (1970)
Parent institution
Texas A&M University System
Academic affiliations
CONAHEC
PresidentChristopher Maynard
Faculty192 full-time (fall 2011)
Students9,137 (fall 2025)
Location
Laredo
,
Texas
,
United States
Campus
  • 300 acres (1.2 km2)
ColorsMaroon, Silver, Gold
   
NicknameDustdevils
MascotDusty the Dustdevil
Websitewww.tamiu.edu

Texas A&M International University (TAMIU) is a public university in Laredo, Texas. It is part of the Texas A&M University System and home to over 8,500 students each academic semester. TAMIU offers over 70 undergraduate and graduate degrees in four colleges.

History

Academics

Undergraduate demographics as of Fall 2023
Race and ethnicity Total
Hispanic 92%
 
International student 5%
 
White 2%
 
Black 1%
 
Economic diversity
Low-income 68%
 
Affluent 32%
 

Texas A&M International University offers undergraduate and graduate degrees through four colleges. They include:

Research

TAMIU is home to various research centers, including the Binational Center, Center for the Study of Western Hemispheric Trade, The Western Hemispheric Trade Information Center, the Texas Center for Border Economics and Enterprise Development, the Small Business Development Center, and the Center for Earth and Environmental Studies.

Athletics

The Texas A&M International (TAMIU) athletic teams are called the Dustdevils. The university is a member of the Division II level of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), primarily competing in the Lone Star Conference (LSC) since the 2019–20 academic year. The Dustdevils previously competed in the D-II Heartland Conference from 2006–07 to 2018–19 and in the Red River Athletic Conference (RRAC) of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) from 2002–03 to 2005–06.

TAMIU competes in 13 intercollegiate varsity sports: Men's sports included baseball, basketball, cross country, golf and soccer; while women's sports include basketball, cross country, golf, soccer, softball and volleyball; and co-ed sports include cheerleading and dance.

Move to NCAA Division II

The Dustdevils became active members of NCAA Division II on September 1, 2008. As an active member, TAMIU is eligible for conference championships and NCAA tournament berths.

Rebranding

In August 2014, the Dustdevil Athletics Department launched a new team logo and marks for the NCAA Division II programs.

Accomplishments

Notable alumni

Notable faculty

Notes

  1. ↑ The percentage of students who received an income-based federal Pell grant intended for low-income students.
  2. ↑ The percentage of students who are a part of the American middle class at the bare minimum.

References

  1. ↑ "President Christopher Maynard".
  2. ↑ Texas A&M International University. "Texas A&M International University Student Enrollment for Fall 2025" (PDF). tamiu.edu. Retrieved May 15, 2026.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  3. ↑ "University Colors". www.tamiu.edu.
  4. ↑ "Dusty Remains TAMIU Mascot". www.tamiu.edu.
  5. ↑ Association, Texas State Historical. "History of Texas A&M International University: From Laredo's Upper-Level Center to a Leading Institution". Texas State Historical Association. Retrieved 2026-05-15.
  6. ↑ "Texas A&M International University". Archived from the original on September 8, 2014.
  7. ↑ "College Scorecard: Texas A & M International University". College Scorecard. United States Department of Education. Retrieved June 30, 2025.
  8. ↑ "TAMIU Athletics Granted Active NCAA Division II Status". Archived from the original on May 24, 2011.

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