West Texas A & M University SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements
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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West Texas A & M University facts and stats
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.
Canyon, TX
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Key West Texas A & M University application dates
Key dates
Regular Decision
August 1
Early Action
Not offered
Early Decision
Not offered
Priority Deadline
August 1
Financial Aid Priority
April 15
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
September 19, 2026
Registration deadline: August 14, 2026
October 17, 2026
Registration deadline: September 11, 2026
December 12, 2026
Registration deadline: November 6, 2026
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.

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.
Student life at West Texas A & M University
28% of undergrads live on campus
Fraternities and sororities are active on campus. 2% of men join fraternities, and 3% of women join sororities.
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