Overview
Enrollment
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 5,743 prospective students applied, and 5,573 were granted admission. Of those admitted 1,353 enrolled in the school. 5,919 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 3,683 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $6,211 plus fees of $2,991. West Texas A & M University is ranked 815 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
West Texas A & M University is rated within the lower 36% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 4 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for West Texas A & M University within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#815 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#323 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#42 in Best Colleges in Texas
#19 in Best Public Colleges in Texas
#140 in Best Value Colleges in Texas
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 980/1188 |
| ACT | 18/24 |
| GPA | 3.61 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | May 1, 2023 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $55 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Texas Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $2,991 |
| Room and Board | $8,950 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,854 |
| Total One Year Cost | $24,206 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $2,991 |
| Room and Board | $8,950 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,854 |
| Total One Year Cost | $26,212 |
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% |
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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.