Google Apps at Texas A&M
Data Security Compliance
- Allowed Data: University-Confidential
- FERPA: Allowed
- HIPAA: Use Caution
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Restricted Data
- Not Allowed: Export and IRB controlled data, Government ID Numbers, Personal Health and Financial records, Sensitive Personal Information
Getting Started
Access Google Apps at Texas A&M by visiting Google.tamu.edu, selecting an app and logging in with your NetID and password.
Request
Staff can enable their Google Apps Account at Gateway.tamu.edu. To learn how to request an account, visit the Claiming a Texas A&M University Gmail Account page in the Knowledge Base.
Cost
University units may expand the quota of an existing Google Shared Drive by purchasing a higher storage quota. Quotas are available in several tiers for a one-year term.
Learn more about Purchasing Additional Storage for Google Shared Drives or complete the Storage Quota Increase Request form in the IT Service Portal.
Service Details
Google Apps at Texas A&M is available to students and employees of Texas A&M University, Galveston, School of Law, Texas A&M Health and Qatar.
Storage Quotas
- Google My Drive
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- Undergraduate students and staff: 25 GB
- Graduate students and faculty: 100 GB
- Google Shared Drives
- Default: 25 GB
- Additional storage may be requested via the Storage Quota Increase Request form in the IT Service Portal.
Data Restrictions
Some types of data are not allowed in Google. Learn more about the types of data restricted from use.
Contact Information
Last Modified: November 7, 2025