by our College Data Analytics TeamHome to about 7,326 undergraduates in 2020, West Texas A&M University is a large, public university located in Canyon, Texas. This is a great opportunity for those who would thrive in a charming, small-town atmosphere. Should you tire of the campus however, West Texas A&M University offers a “study abroad” program. Please note, some classes/degrees offered by West Texas A&M University can be taken “online” so keep that in mind when reviewing this report. For more context, you might also check out our West Texas A&M University Guide to Distance and Online Learning.
For more information on policies and accommodations that the university provides to ensure all students get the opportunity to participate, you can visit West Texas A&M University Disability Services.
While not a "service academy", West Texas A&M University does offer support for veterans and those seeking a career in the armed forces. There is an active student veterans group on campus. For more information on policies related to veterans, you can visit West Texas A&M University Veteran Services . For more information, check out our West Texas A&M University for Veterans Guide.
For students with young families, West Texas A&M University does offer some day care. Programs like this are often in very high demand, so be sure to inquire as soon as you can.
West Texas A&M University offers on-campus housing, but freshmen are not required to take advantage of it. In the end though, most do choose to live in the dorms.
* Data compiled from students who received financial aid, including loans.
West Texas A&M University has a comparatively large, student body. There were 7,326 undergraduates in 2020. Full-time attendance was 5,621 (76.7%). Part-time attendance was 1,705 (23.3%).
| Full-time | Part-time | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 5,621 | 1,705 | 7,326 |
Compared to other colleges and universities across the nation, West Texas A&M University is more diverse than average in terms of overall diversity. We rank West Texas A&M University #863 out of 3,451.
The chart below shows each element that we looked at to determine this ranking, and how that metric compares to the national average. 100 would indicate excellent diversity in each category, and 1 would mean poor diversity.
You can learn more about the diversity of the student body at West Texas A&M University by looking closer at the ethnic, gender, age, and geographic diversity metrics from the West Texas A&M University Diversity Guide.
West Texas A&M University has a total of 454 student athletes, 305 men and 149 women who compete in inter-collegiate athletics.
| Total Revenue (all teams) | $7,356,268 |
| Total Expenses (all teams) | $7,356,268 |
| Net | $0 |
For more information about athletics including per-team sizes, coaching and scholarships check out our Guide to West Texas A&M University Athletics