West Texas A & M University Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
West Texas A & M University is a public research university in Canyon, Texas, serving roughly 6,917 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 98.68% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $50,741 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $9,101
- 2024 Average Net Price: $19,487 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 98.68% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 6,917 77.7% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 55.04%
- Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs
- First-Generation Students: 39.4%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 0.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 2.7% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 81.7%
- Average SAT Score: 1050
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 7,807
- Applicants (IPEDS): 4,784
- Room & Board: $9,278 annual estimate
West Texas A & M University: what the data shows
Common questions about West Texas A & M University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is West Texas A & M University?
West Texas A & M University is located in Canyon, TX (ZIP 79016-0001).
NCES locale classification: Town fringe.
Is West Texas A & M University public or private?
West Texas A & M University is a Public institution.
How much does West Texas A & M University cost?
Published tuition: $9,101 in-state, $10,996 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $19,487.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $16,525 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $17,218 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $19,268 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $22,454 |
| $110,001+ | $23,439 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $36,404.
How hard is it to get into West Texas A & M University?
Admission rate: 98.68%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1050 and midpoint ACT 21.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is West Texas A & M University?
Total enrollment: 6,917 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 7,807 students.
Graduate enrollment: 2,119 students.
About 78% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at West Texas A & M University?
150%-time completion rate: 55.04%.
First-year retention: 69.6%.
What do graduates of West Texas A & M University earn?
Median earnings: $44,399 six years after entry; $50,741 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $19,500.
41.11% of students receive Pell grants.
What is West Texas A & M University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Business Administration and Management, General (262 completions)
- General Studies (175 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (126 completions)
- Finance, General (104 completions)
- Business/Commerce, General (91 completions)
- Health Professions and Related Programs (87 completions)
- Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other (84 completions)
- Exercise Science and Kinesiology (82 completions)
- Agronomy and Crop Science (75 completions)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General (69 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is West Texas A & M University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 98.68%; completion rate 55.04%; median earnings $50,741 at 10 years; net price $19,487. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$9,101
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at West Texas A & M University was $9,101.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$19,487
2024 Value
In 2024 West Texas A & M University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $19,487.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$77,948 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$19,487 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$36,404 4-Year In-State Tuition
$43,984 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$9,278 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,200 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$19,579 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$78,316 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for West Texas A & M University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
41.11% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
36.32% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at West Texas A & M University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for West Texas A & M University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $6,500 | $7,220 | $11,164 |
| 2014 | $6,782 | $7,538 | $12,028 |
| 2015 | $7,041 | $7,829 | $12,771 |
| 2016 | $7,699 | $8,945 | $12,257 |
| 2017 | $7,846 | $9,117 | $14,916 |
| 2018 | $7,935 | $9,304 | $13,185 |
| 2019 | $8,135 | $9,541 | $12,761 |
| 2020 | $8,456 | $9,903 | $15,033 |
| 2021 | $9,202 | $11,208 | $18,060 |
| 2022 | $9,101 | $10,996 | $20,294 |
| 2023 | $9,101 | $10,996 | $20,841 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
98.68% Acceptance Rate
4,784 Total Applicants
4,657 Students Admitted
1,266 First-Time Students Enrolled
27.18% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1050
ACT Average: 21
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.0 - 3.4
Estimated Median GPA: 3.20
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
West Texas A & M University reported total enrollment of about 6,917 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 42% male and 58% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (50.4%), Hispanic or Latino (35.2%), and Race/ethnicity unknown (4.2%). About 41.11% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 39.4% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
77.7% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at West Texas A & M University in 2024 is 6,917 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 7,807 students. Graduate enrollment is about 2,119 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
69.6%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 50.4%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
32.39% 100% Completion Time
55.04% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 32.39% of students graduating from West Texas A & M University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Business Administration and Management, General: 45% male / 55% female
- General Studies: 27% male / 73% female
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 13% male / 87% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for West Texas A & M University.
Return on Investment
$19,500 Median Student Debt
$50,741 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
38.43% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
550.96% Return on Investment
3.8 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for West Texas A & M University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 72 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Business Administration and Management, General: 262 completions
2. General Studies: 175 completions
3. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 126 completions
4. Finance, General: 104 completions
5. Business/Commerce, General: 91 completions
6. Health Professions and Related Programs: 87 completions
7. Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other: 84 completions
8. Exercise Science and Kinesiology: 82 completions
9. Agronomy and Crop Science: 75 completions
Most popular programs at West Texas A & M University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for West Texas A & M University graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for West Texas A & M University from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 81.7%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $8,482
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $6,290
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
West Texas A & M University is a public institution located in Canyon, TX, classified as Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Business Administration and Management, General, General Studies, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Enrollment is approximately 6,917 students. Student body composition includes White (50.4%), Hispanic or Latino (35.2%), Race/ethnicity unknown (4.2%). The admission rate is 98.68%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1050. The 150%-time completion rate is 55.04%. Approximately 41.11% of students receive Pell Grants. About 39.4% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs
Location
Canyon, TX 79016-0001
Region: Southwest
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 72 distinct degree programs, West Texas A & M University provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is West Texas A & M University located?
West Texas A & M University is located in Canyon, TX.
What is West Texas A & M University's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at West Texas A & M University is 98.7% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 4,784 applicants and 4,657 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does West Texas A & M University cost?
Reported tuition is $9,101 and average net price is $19,487 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $9,278 annually.
What is the student body demographics at West Texas A & M University?
West Texas A & M University reports undergraduate enrollment of about 7,807 students, White (50.4%), Hispanic or Latino (35.2%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend West Texas A & M University?
About 39.4% of students at West Texas A & M University are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for West Texas A & M University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, West Texas A & M University reports midpoint SAT about 1050 and midpoint ACT about 21.
What do graduates of West Texas A & M University earn?
Median earnings are $44,399 six years after entry and $50,741 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at West Texas A & M University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 55.0% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do West Texas A & M University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $19,500.
Is West Texas A & M University public or private?
West Texas A & M University is a public institution located in Canyon, TX.
Is West Texas A & M University an HBCU?
No. West Texas A & M University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is West Texas A & M University a tribal college?
No. West Texas A & M University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Texas college costs
- Texas colleges by ROI
- Southwest regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Texas
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.