WEST TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY (WTAMU)
- 2501 4th Ave
- Canyon, TX 79016
- OPEID College Code: 00366500
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- General Phone: (806) 651-0000
- President/Ceo: Dr. J. Patrick O'brien
- Type: Public, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Doctoral - Research
- Local Area: Distant Town
- Student Enrollment: 7,634
- College Alias: WTAMU
- College Mascot: Buffaloes
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West Texas A&M University - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Athletics
Graduation Rates
Campus Security
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History
West Texas A & M University is a public four year institution in Canyon, Texas. Established in 1910, WTAMU has gone through name and location changes and has had its share of controversy, yet has maintained its educational standards throughout. WTAMU is a leader in distance education offering individual courses online as well as three undergrad and two graduate programs that can be completed fully online. The school joined the Texas A & M University System in 1990 and currently has approximately 7000 students enrolled.
Academics
WTAMU has over 61 undergraduate degree programs, 45 graduate degree programs, and 1 doctoral program. The school believes in excellence in teaching, research and service, providing quality education and experience to its students through a dedicated faculty and modern facilities.
Programs offered include:
Admissions and Financial Aid
Students wishing to enroll at WTAMU must meet the minimum requirements of the school. These requirements are calculated based on class placement percentage and ACT score along with the necessary courses completed as per Texas curricula. The financial aid office will assist students in determining financial aid eligibility and meting out awards.
Athletics
West Texas A & M University plays in the NCAA Division II Lonestar Conference. The school colors are maroon and white and the school mascot is the buffalo.
Athletic programs:
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Equestrian
- Golf
- Football
- Soccer
- Track & Field
- Volleyball
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- On-Campus Day Care Available
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered Can Complete Preparation With Specialization State Approved for Certification
- Website
- www.wtamu.edu
- Mission Statement
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Accreditation
- Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Masters Colleges and Universities (Larger Programs)
- Undergraduate Classification Balanced Arts & Sciences/Professions, High Graduate Coexistence
- Graduate Classification Postbaccalaureate Comprehensive
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Medium Full-Time Four-Year, Selective, Lower Transfer-In
- Enrollment Classification High Undergraduate
- Size Classification Medium Four-Year, Primarily Nonresidential
West Texas A&M University Campus Map
- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.wtamu.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- Admission Fees Fall 2009
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $25.00
- Graduate Application Fee: $25.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School GPA Recommended
- High School or Secondary School Rank Recommended
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- College Preparatory Program Completion Recommended
- Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...) Required
- TOEFL Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2009
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 1,782 | 1,797 | 3,579 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 1,245 (70%) | 1,340 (75%) | 2,585 (72%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 596 (48%) | 609 (45%) | 1,205 (47%) |
Enrolled Students Submitting Test Scores Fall 2009
| Number | Percent (%) | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Exam | 536 | 44% |
| ACT ® Exam | 920 | 76% |
Enrolled Students Test Scores Fall 2009
| 25th Percentile | 75th Percentile | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Critical Reading | 430 | 550 |
| SAT ® Math | 450 | 560 |
| SAT ® Writing | - | - |
| ACT ® Composite | 18 | 23 |
| ACT ® English | 16 | 23 |
| ACT ® Math | 17 | 24 |
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: WTAMU Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 77%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 50% | 33% | 44% | 9% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $4,725 | $3,848 | $3,534 | $1,783 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 6.4% | 3.7% | 2.7% |
| Number in Default | 92 | 53 | 52 |
| Number in Repayment | 1,433 | 1,410 | 1,863 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
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| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $5,494 | $4,950 | $4,530 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $5,494 | $4,950 | $4,530 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $12,142 | $11,622 | $11,202 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 | $1,000 | $900 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $5,726 | $5,726 | $5,000 |
| Other Expenses | $3,750 | $3,340 | $2,828 |
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $7,450 | $7,230 | $6,950 |
| Other Expenses | $4,300 | $4,170 | $3,780 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $7,450 | $4,170 | $6,950 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $15,970 | $15,016 | $13,258 |
| In-State | $15,970 | $15,016 | $13,258 |
| Out of State | $22,618 | $21,688 | $19,930 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $18,244 | $17,350 | $16,160 |
| In-State | $18,244 | $17,350 | $16,160 |
| Out of State | $24,892 | $24,022 | $22,832 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $13,944 | $13,180 | $12,380 |
| In-State | $13,944 | $13,180 | $12,380 |
| Out of State | $20,592 | $19,852 | $19,052 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
Note:
The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 7,634 Undergraduate: 6,250 Graduate: 1,384
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 3,357 Female: 4,277
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 2,828 Female: 3,422
- Graduate Gender Male: 529 Female: 855
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 5,251 Part-Time: 2,383
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 4,871 Part-Time: 1,379
- Graduate Attendance Full-Time: 380 Part-Time: 1,004
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 189 | 2% |
| American Indian | 77 | 1% |
| Black | 365 | 5% |
| Asian | 116 | 2% |
| Hispanic | 1,475 | 19% |
| White | 5,396 | 71% |
| Unknown | 16 | 0.2% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 17 | 0.2% |
| Ages 18-19 | 1,455 | 19% |
| Ages 20-21 | 1,714 | 22% |
| Ages 22-24 | 1,710 | 22% |
| Ages 25-29 | 1,066 | 14% |
| Ages 30-34 | 599 | 8% |
| Ages 35-39 | 377 | 5% |
| Ages 40-49 | 478 | 6% |
| Ages 50-65 | 207 | 3% |
| Age Over 65 | 9 | 0.1% |
| Age Unknown | 2 | 0.03% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 960 | 835 | 125 |
| Faculty Status | 369 | 253 | 116 |
| Tenured Faculty | 98 | 98 | - |
| Graduate Assistants | 180 | - | 180 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 369 | 253 | 116 |
| Primarily Instruction | 369 | 253 | 116 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 111 | 110 | 1 |
| Other Professionals | 168 | 163 | 5 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 312 | 309 | 3 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 122 | 121 | 1 |
| Skilled Crafts | 40 | 40 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 82 | 82 | - |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $58,884 (231) | $61,910 (128) | $55,124 (103) |
| Professor | $79,125 (32) | $79,758 (24) | $77,228 (8) |
| Associate Professor | $63,079 (52) | $65,252 (36) | $58,191 (16) |
| Assistant Professor | $59,141 (80) | $56,507 (49) | $63,303 (31) |
| Instructor | $45,655 (67) | $46,965 (19) | $45,136 (48) |
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $88,964 (20) | $93,383 (15) | $75,709 (5) |
| Professor | $114,756 (4) | $114,756 (4) | - (-) |
| Associate Professor | $86,585 (9) | $89,370 (7) | $76,838 (2) |
| Assistant Professor | $88,719 (4) | $86,864 (3) | $94,284 (1) |
| Instructor | $62,040 (3) | $55,535 (1) | $65,293 (2) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $59,992 (251) | $63,430 (143) | $55,440 (108) |
| Professor | $80,766 (36) | $81,777 (28) | $77,228 (8) |
| Associate Professor | $64,225 (61) | $66,533 (43) | $58,711 (18) |
| Assistant Professor | $59,781 (84) | $57,348 (52) | $63,736 (32) |
| Instructor | $45,874 (70) | $46,889 (20) | $45,468 (50) |
Overall Athletic Team Information
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| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athlete Student Aid | |||
| Total Aid | $1,365,767 | $806,960 | $558,807 |
| Ratio (%) | 100% | 59% | 41% |
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 566 | 370 | 196 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 466 | 306 | 160 |
| Baseball | 58 | 58 | - |
| Basketball | 31 | 17 | 14 |
| Football | 168 | 168 | - |
| Golf | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Soccer | 46 | 24 | 22 |
| Softball | 23 | - | 23 |
| Track and Field, Indoor | 65 | 40 | 25 |
| Track and Field, Outdoor | 65 | 40 | 25 |
| Track and Field, X-Country | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| Volleyball | 17 | - | 17 |
| Equestrian | 52 | - | 52 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $25,095 | $29,782 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $18,891 | $20,306 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 42 | 24 | 18 |
| Baseball | 3 | 3 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 2 | - |
| Basketball | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Football | 12 | 12 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 11 | 11 | - |
| Golf | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Soccer | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Softball | 3 | - | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 |
| Track and Field, Indoor | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Track and Field, Outdoor | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Track and Field, X-Country | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Volleyball | 3 | - | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 |
| Equestrian | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 64%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 41%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 38% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 31% |
| Female | 45% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 67% |
| American Indian | 50% |
| Black | 19% |
| Asian | 30% |
| Hispanic | 38% |
| White | 39% |
| By Years Prior to Graduation | |
| 4 Years or Less | 16% |
| 5 Years | 32% |
| 6 Years | 38% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Drug Related | 12 | 4 |
| Liquor Related | 17 | 30 |
| On Campus | ||
| Drug Related | 17 | 4 |
| Liquor Related | 26 | 37 |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Forcible Rape | 2 | 2 |
| Aggravated Assault | 2 | - |
| Burglary | 5 | 3 |
| Arson | - | 1 |
| On Campus | ||
| Forcible Rape | 2 | 2 |
| Robbery | 1 | - |
| Aggravated Assault | 2 | 1 |
| Burglary | 6 | 6 |
| Vehicle Theft | 1 | 1 |
| Arson | - | 1 |
West Texas A&M University Reviews
1 Review Submitted For West Texas A&M University
- Reviewed on: February 23, 2012
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- WTAMU offers its students a lot of support. If I am ever struggling with a class, I feel okay about talking to my professor, or getting extra academic counseling and tutoring. This is also a good school for getting involved in activities outside of class. There are lots of student organizations available, but even if you don't want to join one of those, the school has a guest lecture series and other events.
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
