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Prospective Faculty Explore the Place You'll Call Home

Rich in tradition and history, Bryan-College Station is a growing area with many opportunities for its residents.
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Living in Bryan-College Station

According to 2023 population estimates, Bryan has approximately 89,017 residents, and College Station has approximately 123,238 residents.

Area attractions include the George H.W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum, the Brazos Valley African American Museum, the Brazos Valley Museum of Natural History, the Museum of the American G.I. and the Brazos Valley Children's Museum. Historic Downtown Bryan is another popular attraction that combines antique shops, family-owned restaurants, art galleries, and boutiques, a restored Art Deco-era theatre, a Carnegie Library and the open-air Palace Theatre. One of the most popular times to visit is on First Friday, a free event in Downtown Bryan that takes place every month.

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Visiting Aggieland

Texas A&M University's main campus is in College Station, Texas. Nearby Bryan is home to the Texas A&M Health Science Center and Texas A&M-RELLIS. College Station and Bryan are twin cities that are often referred to together as "Aggieland." Learn more about life in Aggieland:

Bryan, TX

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Get to Know Texas A&M University

Aerial view of Texas A&M University Campus in College Station.

Campus Highlights

Texas A&M’s campus and community have plenty to do, see and eat. Check out the recommended must-see stops.

Home of the 12th Man.

Campus Destinations

Texas A&M’s College Station campus offers many activities and attractions for students, faculty, staff and visitors. Stop by one of our many landmarks, historical buildings, see technological innovations in-action or visit one of our outdoor recreational spaces.

Aggie Traditions, 12th Man.

Texas A&M Traditions

Our traditions foster the Aggie Spirit and are part of daily Aggie life - from how we greet each other to what we do on gamedays.

Texas A&M historical image.

Texas A&M History

Our history stretches back nearly 150 years, but we’ve stayed true to our original charge: to educate and develop future leaders who will change the world.

Texas A&M Memorial Student Center.

Academic Calendar

Click here to keep tabs on what's happening on the Texas A&M main campus.

Aerial view of the Texas A&M University campus at sunset

TAMU Campuses

Our main campus is located in College Station, Texas. We also have branch campuses in Galveston and Qatar as well as a higher education center in McAllen, a law school in Fort Worth, a government and public service school in Washington, D.C., and a comprehensive health science center with various locations in Texas.

Acclimating to the Community

Resources for Dependent Care

Living in Texas

Dallas/Fort Worth, Austin, San Antonio and Houston distances from College Station on the Texas state map.