CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is updating its in-state tuition policy to comply with new state guidelines following a recent federal court ruling and updated direction from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.
Beginning in the upcoming fall semester, students at TAMU-CC must provide proof of lawful presence in the United States in order to qualify for in-state tuition. This change is part of a broader, statewide shift affecting all public universities in Texas.
University officials are currently reviewing student residency records and will contact those who may be impacted by the new policy. To verify eligibility, students may submit documents accepted by the Texas Department of Public Safety for obtaining a REAL ID – such as a U.S. passport, birth certificate, or other state-approved documentation…