West Texas A & M University
About West Texas A & M University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
West Texas A&M University is a public university in Canyon, Texas, in the Texas Panhandle. It is part of the Texas A&M System and offers affordable programs in agriculture, business, engineering, and education near Palo Duro Canyon.
Founded
1910
Location
Canyon, Texas
Students
9,036
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
98.7%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
55%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$9,101
Out-of-state: $10,996
Avg Net Price
$19,487
After financial aid
SAT Average
1050
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$50,741
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Most students who apply are accepted
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Aug 1
West Texas A & M University accepts the majority of applicants at 98.7%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
SAT Scores
1050/ 1600
ACT Scores
21/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
55% complete their degree within six years
Retention
69.6%
4-Year Grad
29%
6-Year Grad
46%
Teaching Quality
17:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
81.7%
$/Student
$6.3K
Class Size
Medium
The 29% graduation rate is below average, but 69.6% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$9,101
In-State
$10,996
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$9,278
Books & Supplies
$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance
$23,482
After Financial Aid
$19,487
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$16,525
Receive Grants
41.1%
Take Loans
36.3%
The total cost of attendance runs about $23,482/yr, including $9,278 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $19,487.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at West Texas A & M University fund their education.
While in School
41.1%
Get Grants
Free money
36.3%
Take Loans
Must repay
$42,482
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$19,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$207/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 36.3% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $19,500. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends West Texas A & M University.
Gender
57.6%
Female
42%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
6,917
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
2,119
Graduates
39.4%
First-Gen
22 yrs
Avg Age
20.7%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 58% of the student body. 39.4% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Fringe
Campus Quick Facts
6,917
Students
public
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
Master's
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
West Texas A & M University fields 8 varsity teams with 536 student athletes, about 8% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division II with football
Conference
Lone Star
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
8
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
536
8% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
65% / 35%
350
Men
186
Women
6
Men's Teams
6
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of West Texas A & M Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$50,741
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$41K
137 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$75K
114 grads
1yr Earnings
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
$47K
109 grads
1yr Earnings
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
$27K
101 grads
1yr Earnings
Plant Sciences
—
87 grads
Finance and Financial Management Services
$43K
62 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $44K six years out, growing to $51K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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