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West Texas A & M University SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements

SAT Range950 to 1150
ACT Range18 to 23
Average GPAN/A
Acceptance Rate58.6%

At West Texas A&M, a score just above the typical admitted-student range can matter financially. Aim past the 1150 SAT or 23 ACT mark: a 1160 SAT or 24 ACT qualifies for the $3,000 Honor Scholarship, while 1230 SAT or 26 ACT reaches the $4,000 Provost Scholarship.

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Data on this page is sourced from our college data partners and was last updated on July 9, 2026.

West Texas A & M University facts and stats

Quick Facts

West Texas A & M University is a public university in Canyon, Texas, with an undergraduate enrollment of 6,930. West Texas A&M has a 70% freshman retention rate and a 51% six-year graduation rate. The student-to-faculty ratio is 14:1. West Texas A&M is test-required for admissions.

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Location

Canyon, TX

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Key West Texas A & M University application dates

Key dates

Application deadlines

Regular Decision

August 1

Early Action

Not offered

Early Decision

Not offered

Priority Deadline

August 1

Financial aid deadlines

Financial Aid Priority

April 15

Test dates

SAT test dates

August 22, 2026

Registration deadline: August 7, 2026

September 12, 2026

Registration deadline: August 28, 2026

October 3, 2026

Registration deadline: September 18, 2026

ACT test dates

September 19, 2026

Registration deadline: August 14, 2026

October 17, 2026

Registration deadline: September 11, 2026

December 12, 2026

Registration deadline: November 6, 2026

Take tests early for the best outcomes

Because West Texas A&M is test-required, plan to take your first SAT or ACT by the spring of junior year, then use the summer before senior year for a retake so scores are ready by the August 1 Regular Decision deadline. Reserve October ACT or November SAT retakes for improving merit eligibility, since awards start at 1100 SAT or 22 ACT and the financial aid priority deadline is April 15.

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What you'll actually pay

West Texas A&M is a public university with in-state tuition of $6,212 and out-of-state tuition of $7,842. About 55% of students receive aid, with an average merit award of $2,869. Submit the FAFSA by the April 15 priority deadline to be considered for financial aid.

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For out-of-state students, West Texas A&M lists tuition at $7,842, while in-state tuition is $6,212; room and board adds about $9,270. About 55% of students receive aid, with an average aid package of $13,044. Merit awards average $2,869, which can help reduce the billed cost for qualifying students. Graduates leave with an average debt of $24,849.

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Student life at West Texas A & M University

Activities and Organizations
Student newspaper
Drama and theater
Radio station
Marching band
Choral groups
Concert band
Jazz band
Pep band
Symphony orchestra
Dance
Musical theater
Opera
Music ensembles
Literary magazine
Yearbook
Student government
International student organization
Campus ministries
Housing

28% of undergrads live on campus

Coed
Men only
Women only
Living-learning
Greek life

Fraternities and sororities are active on campus. 2% of men join fraternities, and 3% of women join sororities.

Greek housing available

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