WTAMU Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 98.68%. Not very selective
- SAT Average: 1050. Average SAT scores, indicating a moderately competitive applicant pool.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $9,101
- Out-of-State Tuition: $10,996
- Both in-state and out-of-state tuition are relatively affordable compared to national averages.
Student Population at WTAMU:
- Total Enrollment: 9,045, including 3,168 online students
- 6,926 Undergraduate, 2,119 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 41.4% men, 58.6% women.
- This is a medium-sized institution, offering diverse programs and student activities.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 55%. Moderate graduation rate, typical for many institutions.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 27%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 70%. Good retention, typical for many institutions.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 100 academic programs available.
- Graduate Programs: 40 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
WTAMU Overview
West Texas A & M University (WTAMU) is a four-year, public school located in Canyon, TX. West Texas A & M University was newly reclassified as an Research College/University (Master's College and University (larger programs)) in 2025 due to changes in its research activities and doctoral program offerings.
The WTAMU's tuition & fees is $9,101 for Texas residents and $10,996 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 73% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $8,436.
The school has a total enrollment of 9,045 and the students to faculty ratio is 14 to 1 (7.14%).
WTAMU's acceptance rate is 98.68% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 32.63%. The median SAT score is 1050 and the ACT score is 20.
WTAMU ranked 35th in Texas Colleges rankings. West Texas A & M University is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of West Texas A & M University is $9,101 for in-state students and $10,996 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $7,284 for in-state students and $8,574 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $9,101 for Texas residents and $10,996 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $7,284 for Texas residents and $8,574 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $9,101 | $10,996 |
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| Graduate | $7,284 | $8,574 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $9,101 | $10,996 |
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| Graduate | $7,284 | $8,574 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
West Texas A & M University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs.
Special Learning Opportunities at WTAMU
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | No |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
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