West Texas A&M University

Canyon, Texas

Team Name: Buffaloes (Buffs and Lady Buffs)

Address: 2403 Russell Long Blvd., Canyon, TX 79016

Web: WTAMU.edu, GoBuffsGo.com, and BuffAlum.com

Phone: 806-651-2000

Facebook: WTAMU

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Twitter: WTAMU

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QUICK FACTS

Undergraduate Enrollment6,901
Acceptance Rate69%
In-State Tuition $608.68 per semester hour
Out-of-State Tuition $664.78 per semester hour

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West Texas A&M University

Canyon, Texas

WEST TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY (WT) is a regional research university that transfers insights and ideas from the Texas Panhandle to rural communities across the nation and the world. Research at WT focuses on areas as diverse as rural education, environmental issues in Palo Duro Canyon, feed yard performance, and Copper Clean to protect surfaces from viruses and bacteria.

As a Hispanic-Serving Institution since 2016 and one of 53 U.S. institutions recognized for advancing first-generation students, there are many reasons to apply, enroll, attend, experience, and graduate from WT.

WT was named the safest campus in Texas and a “Top Ten Safest Campus in the U.S.” by YourLocalSecurity.com. While many colleges and universities across the nation raised tuition in 2022–23, WT is committed to remaining affordable and accessible, through the Buff Promise and more than $32 million in scholarships and grants. WT employees and their eligible immediate family members receive fifty percent off tuition and mandatory fees, among the most generous benefits offered by any state college or university in Texas.

WT was designated as a best-value university in the U.S., earning thirty awards for individual programs, and was awarded nine best program rankings from U.S. News & World Report. WT also has been nationally recognized by Money and Fortune magazines. 

By The Numbers

Admissions

Acceptance Rate69%
Median composite SAT score1060
Median ACT score20
Undergraduate Enrollment6,901
Students on Financial Aid74.3%

Fees

In-State Tuition $608.68 per semester hour
Out-of-State Tuition $664.78 per semester hour
Room and Board$5,001–$7,000

Demographics

African American Students4%
Asian American Students2%
Hispanic Students34%
International Students2%
Male/Female Ratio40/60

Campus Life

Greek SystemYes
Freshman Living on Campus69%
Freshmen Who Return68%
Student/Teacher Ratio21.5:1
Full-Time Faculty355

Other

Graduation in Four Years31.7%
Graduation Overall47.7%
Alumni Who Give $ to School3%