WEST TEXAS A & M UNIVERSITY

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West Texas A & M University

School Overview

The school's main campus is located at the edge of a mid-size city (in Canyon, TX). The maximum program length is more than 4 years. The highest degree offered by the school is the Master's degree.

Contacting the School

2501 4th Ave
Canyon, TX 79016
Main Phone: (806) 651-2000
Web Site: www.wtamu.edu

Student Body Size and Diversity

In Fall 2002, the school had 5,463 (full-time equivalent) students. 96.7% of students attend full-time, while 3.3% attend part-time. In Fall 2002, 389 male students and 436 female students enrolled as first-time students (freshmen, typically). Male students comprised 47.2% of the student body, while females made up 52.8%.

Minority enrollment included African-American (3)%, Hispanic (12)%, Asian (1)%, and Native American (1)%.

School Selectivity

In the class starting in 2002, 72.5% of applicants were admitted.

Verbal SAT:
Three quarters of students scored at least 430. One quarter of students scored at least 570.

Math SAT:
On the Math SAT, 75% of students scored 440 or higher. One fourth of students scored 560 or higher.

Degree Levels

Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree

Degree Programs

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Agribusiness

Agricultural Science

Business And Management

Communications

Computer

Computer And Information Sciences

Education

Engineering Technology And Technicians

Industrial Equipment Technology

English Language And Literature

Environmental Conservation

Natural Resources Conservation

Health Care

History And Social Sciences

Humanities And Liberal Arts

Liberal Arts

Interdisciplinary Studies

Other Interdisciplinary Studies

Leisure Recreation And Fitness

Life Sciences

Biology

Literature And Language

Romance Language And Literature

Mathematics

Performing And Visual Arts

Physical Sciences

Protective Services

Psychology

Public Administration And Public Service

School Accreditation

West Texas A & M University reports that it is nationally accredited. Accreditation is by an agency recognized by the US Dept. of Education.

West Texas A & M University is accredited regionally by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges (SACSCC).

Athletics, Including Athletic Scholarships & Financial Aid

West Texas A & M University belongs to the following athletic conferences:

Lone Star Conference (for football, basketball, baseball, and track & field).

The school offers financial aid to athletes for football, basketball, baseball, track & field, other sports, and in general.

Special Student Services

Academic Services

Remedial assistance
AP credits
Distance learning options

Financial Flexibility

Student employment services
Work-study (Co-op)
Career counseling
Placement services for graduates
On-campus day Care

Cost of Attending

In-State, Living On Campus:	$ 10,019
In-State, Living With Family:	$ 6,073
Out of State, Living On Campus:	$ 15,687

Admission Requirements

The school does not offer open admission; requirements include:

Required:

High-school GPA is required.
Secondary school rank is required.
Secondary school record is required.
Standardized test scores are required.
The TOEFL (if applicable) is required for international students.

Recommended (but not required):

A college preparatory program is recommended.
A demonstration of competency (such as samples of work, e.g.) is recommended.

Neither Required Nor Recommended:

Recommendations are neither required nor recommended.

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