Overview
Student Population
Located in Canyon, Texas, West Texas A & M University is a mid-size four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 4,992 prospective students applied, and 2,908 were granted admission. Of those admitted 1,254 enrolled in the school. 6,241 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 3,795 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2020/2021, excluding room and board, is $5,748 plus fees of $2,708. West Texas A & M University is ranked 674 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2022 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Ratings
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West Texas A & M University is rated within the lower 41% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for West Texas A & M University within the 2022 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#674 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#256 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#31 in Best Colleges in Texas
#11 in Best Public Colleges in Texas
#140 in Best Value Colleges in Texas
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 920/1130 |
| ACT | 18/23 |
| Estimated GPA | 3.25 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | May 1, 2023 |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
| Application Fee | $55 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Texas Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $2,708 |
| Room and Board | $7,496 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,854 |
| Total One Year Cost | $21,806 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $2,708 |
| Room and Board | $7,496 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,854 |
| Total One Year Cost | $23,253 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| General Studies | 16% |
| Business | 13% |
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 13% |
| Health Professions | 10% |
| Agriculture | 7% |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=229814 IPEDS survey data for West Texas A & M University.
Current students may use the West Texas A & M University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.