This is the Common Data Set for Texas A&M Univeristy 2026.
For other schools, simply google Common Data Set for (input the college's name). It will pull the information on whichever college you are researching.
The Common Data Set (CDS) is a collection of standardized questions about a college or university’s admissions and financial aid process and how important each part is to their selection process.
Once you learn how to use it, the CDS can help you narrow down your college choices and know which colleges and universities are the best fit for you. It can also help you set goals for your high school education by showing you the average academic profile of students admitted to your dream colleges.
Use the link below to guide you on how to read the common data set:
Just like SchooLinks is great for career exploration, it is also a great tool for college search. The program will help students determine schools that are a good fit for their education goals as well as their personal needs. Find the app in your Classlink Dashboard.
The best way to know if a school is right for you, is to go visit and see it for yourself! BISD gives our students a total of 4 excused college visit days. You can miss school up to 2 days during your junior year and up to 2 days during your senior year to check out some of your most promising options! Use them or lose them. Your 2 junior days will not carry over to senior year.
*Bring the attendance office an official note printed on the college or university's letterhead confirming your visit with them. Must be turned in within 3 days of your absence.