West Texas A & M University
Public university · Canyon, TX · 6,917 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
99%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
950–1170
ACT (middle 50%)
18–23
Average net price
$17,909
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$24,705
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
51%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into West Texas A & M University?
West Texas A & M University accepts about 99 of every 100 applicants (99%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 950 and 1170 on the SAT. A score at or above 1170 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 950, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 18–23.
The latest federal data says West Texas A & M University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on West Texas A & M University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does West Texas A & M University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $24,705 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $17,909 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $9,664 for TX residents and $24,829 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$9,664
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$24,829
- Room & board$11,101
- Total cost of attendance$24,705
- Average net price after grants$17,909
Popular majors
Business, Interdisciplinary Studies, Health Professions & Nursing, Agriculture, Liberal Arts & General Studies.
West Texas A & M University FAQ
- What is West Texas A & M University's acceptance rate?
- 99% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for West Texas A & M University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 950–1170. Aim for 1170 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for West Texas A & M University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 18–23.
- Is West Texas A & M University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says West Texas A & M University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on West Texas A & M University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does West Texas A & M University cost?
- About $24,705 a year before aid; $17,909 on average after grants.
- What is West Texas A & M University's FAFSA school code?
- 003665. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so West Texas A & M University receives your information.
- What is West Texas A & M University's graduation rate?
- 51% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to West Texas A & M University
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sul Ross State UniversityAlpine, TX | 99% | 930–1110 | $16,255 | 30% |
| University of the Incarnate WordSan Antonio, TX | 98% | — | $17,483 | 53% |
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