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COVID-19 Update for Prospective Students and Families:

The WT community is prepared for the fall 2021 semester. The campus is fully open for in-person course instruction and events. Campus status modifications will be at the direction of The State of Texas, The Texas A&M University System, and local health agencies. Learn More

About

Athletic Division

NCAA Division II (with football)

Athletic Conference

Lone Star Conference

From West Texas A&M University

We serve West Texas and the Panhandle. We call the communities in the top 26 counties of the Panhandle our home. Hard working people who value individual freedom, effort and dedication live here, and those values fill our campus with people who want to see others succeed and who dedicate themselves to this high calling. We do this in our classrooms, lecture halls, auditoriums for performances and visual arts, laboratories, our offices and conference rooms, and the arenas of competition where our student athletes compete.

We are a strong community. A family. I know you would love our Buff Spirit and enjoy becoming part of the WTAMU family community.

Thank you for your interest in WTAMU. Please know that we hold it dear, and we will do our best to productively serve you.

Dr. Walter Wendler, President

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Upcoming Events

1. Buffalo Round Up

   December 2, 9:15 am

   In-person, West Texas A&M University: Canyon, TX 79016

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   Buffalo Round Up is a group tour in which participants will engage with faculty and staff as they experience various areas of campus, programs and events. You will not simply observe what is on campus, but explore, engage and experience campus life. The tour includes games, prizes, treats and behind the scenes looks at areas such as a residential hall, Buffalo Stadium, and specific colleges, as well as television and radio studios. Take advantage of this event, offered exclusively on Friday mornings, to learn more about life as a WT Buff! The Buffalo Round Up will depart from Old Main, 2nd floor visit area promptly at 9:30 a.m. Below is a sample itinerary. We look forward to seeing you here! Schedule: 9:15 am: Arrive on campus-Old Main Visit Area 9:30 am: Visit Begins 12:00-1:00pm: Extended Housing Tour (Optional) 12:00-2:00pm: Lunch at the Caf- tickets will be provided (Optional) 12:00-5:00pm: Meet with your Admissions Counselor (Optional)

2. Buffalo Round Up

   December 9, 9:15 am

   In-person, West Texas A&M University: Canyon, TX 79016

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   Buffalo Round Up is a group tour in which participants will engage with faculty and staff as they experience various areas of campus, programs and events. You will not simply observe what is on campus, but explore, engage and experience campus life. The tour includes games, prizes, treats and behind the scenes looks at areas such as a residential hall, Buffalo Stadium, and specific colleges, as well as television and radio studios. Take advantage of this event, offered exclusively on Friday mornings, to learn more about life as a WT Buff! The Buffalo Round Up will depart from Old Main, 2nd floor visit area promptly at 9:30 a.m. Below is a sample itinerary. We look forward to seeing you here! Schedule: 9:15 am: Arrive on campus-Old Main Visit Area 9:30 am: Visit Begins 12:00-1:00pm: Extended Housing Tour (Optional) 12:00-2:00pm: Lunch at the Caf- tickets will be provided (Optional) 12:00-5:00pm: Meet with your Admissions Counselor (Optional)

3. Buffalo Round Up

   December 16, 9:15 am

   In-person, West Texas A&M University: Canyon, TX 79016

   View Event Description

   Buffalo Round Up is a group tour in which participants will engage with faculty and staff as they experience various areas of campus, programs and events. You will not simply observe what is on campus, but explore, engage and experience campus life. The tour includes games, prizes, treats and behind the scenes looks at areas such as a residential hall, Buffalo Stadium, and specific colleges, as well as television and radio studios. Take advantage of this event, offered exclusively on Friday mornings, to learn more about life as a WT Buff! The Buffalo Round Up will depart from Old Main, 2nd floor visit area promptly at 9:30 a.m. Below is a sample itinerary. We look forward to seeing you here! Schedule: 9:15 am: Arrive on campus-Old Main Visit Area 9:30 am: Visit Begins 12:00-1:00pm: Extended Housing Tour (Optional) 12:00-2:00pm: Lunch at the Caf- tickets will be provided (Optional) 12:00-5:00pm: Meet with your Admissions Counselor (Optional)

Admissions

Cost

Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.

Average Total Aid Awarded

Students Receiving Financial Aid

84%

Academics

Professors

grade B+

Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.

Student Faculty Ratio

16:1

Evening Degree Programs

Yes

88%

of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes. 65 responses

73%

of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want. 80 responses

60%

of students agree that the workload is easy to manage. 80 responses

Majors

Most Popular Majors

• Liberal Arts and Humanities

  397 Graduates

• Health Service Preparatory Studies

  104 Graduates

• Kinesiology and Exercise Science

  58 Graduates

• Crop and Soil Sciences

  53 Graduates

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WT has something for everyone!

WTAMU offers quality in person, online and hybrid/blended undergraduate, graduate and doctoral programs. Our University’s online undergraduate program is the best in Texas and No. 24 in the country, according to newly released 2022 rankings from U.S. News & World Report. We offer 59 Undergraduate majors, 38 Master's programs, and 2 Doctoral programs. Accredited by SACS.

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Online

Online Certificate Programs

0

Online Associates Programs

0

Online Bachelor's Programs

14

• Mix of Online and on Campus

  47%

• On Campus

  27%

• Online

  26%

Students

Full-Time Enrollment

5,621 Undergrads

Part-Time Undergrads

1,705

Poll

What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?

• Friendly

  43%

• Southern Hospitality

  26%

• Texan Hospitality

  22%

• VERY friendly

  3%

• Judgmental first impressions

  2%

• Off campus

  2%

• Outgoing

  2%

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Campus Life

Freshmen Live On-Campus

No data available  

Poll

62%

of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join. 90 responses

Poll

68%

of students say varsity sports are a big part of campus life. 111 responses

Poll

What one word or phrase best describes your school?

• Sense of community

  39%

• Pride

  28%

• Amazing Class and Character!

  16%

• Genuine class.

  5%

• Excellence

  2%

• Mediocre

  2%

• Precedent

  2%

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After College

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation

Employed 2 Years After Graduation

87%

of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation. 53 responses

This campus feels like a home away from home. Everyone is so friendly and welcoming, always making sure you are having fun and exploring new and exciting places in Canyon. Most of the professors I have encountered are really charismatic and humorous; they make classes exciting and enjoyable even when you have one at 8:00 am. The campus itself is beautiful with lots of places for relaxation and hang outs. It is currently undergoing some new developments which will make student living a lot more reliable and dependable. If you do not have a car, it is a little difficult to venture out and explore what Canyon has to offer, as well as the food on campus can sometimes get a little repetitive with the most common foods being pizza and burgers. Overall, it is a wonderful and fairly safe campus full of joyful and funny students!

Start Your Review of West Texas A&M University

West Texas A&M has great programs for any major and they are very helpful with any questions you may have. I decided to attend WT because it was closer to home I am currently in school to get my bachelor degree in education! My advisor has been so great with my schedule planning and also being able to be flexible with my work schedule. I think it’s important going to a college where people actually hear you and listen to what you have to say. WT also have plenty of organizations you can join while attending school, including sports. My first year at WT I immediately knew this is where I belonged, if you are looking for a nice and amazing university I definitely recommend WTAMU!

My online experience with WT has been great so far! I am taking two online courses and the professors are wonderful about explaining what they expect out of the students and what the students can expect out of them. These professors that teach online are very understanding and are willing to answer any questions or help in any other way. Some professors have trouble teaching online with Zoom. In this case, they ask students to either email them or come on campus to receive that class material(s) that the students may have missed. Additionally, the professors are understanding if deadlines are missed due to unforeseen internet or computer issues and will work with students to make the situation is corrected!