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College Station
Thursday, April 2nd, 2026
Good morning, College Station. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of April.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Texas A&M showed its acceptance rate fell in the 2025-26 school year as applications hit 89,422 compared with 66,346 in Fall 2021, and the university will face even tighter competition for Fall 2026 since it admits about 20,000 freshmen each year. The Battalion
- ➤ New changes to Parent PLUS loans will cap borrowing at $20,000 per year and a $65,000 total limit for new borrowers starting Wednesday, July 1. Families facing funding gaps may have to rely on private loans, so local students and parents are encouraged to review alternative options. The Battalion
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20th International Conference on Engineering and Space Challenges
7 PM – 7 PM — Texas A&M University — Registration required — Explore engineering solutions for lunar and Martian environments at this international conference.
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The Highway 6 Band Live
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Cavalry Court, Valencia Hotel Collection — Complimentary entry — Enjoy an evening of live country and rock music with great food and drinks.
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