West Texas A & M University Admission Requirements
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West Texas A & M University Admission Overview
West Texas A & M University admission requirements are summarized from last year's class. Last year West Texas A & M University admitted 98.7% of applicants. GPA is not considered for admission at this campus. Enrolled freshmen who sent tests typically scored SAT 950-1170 / ACT 18-23. West Texas A & M University is test-optional, so you choose whether to send SAT or ACT. Those figures describe last year's class, not a score you must hit.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
West Texas A & M University is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT or ACT.
West Texas A & M University Acceptance Rate
Admission Rate & Difficulty
Acceptance rate Share of applicants offered admission last year.
Admission Standards Measure of enrolled testers' SAT/ACT scores vs. other colleges.
Applicant Competition Measure of this school's acceptance rate vs. other colleges. A low acceptance rate indicates high competition.
Very Low
Admission difficulty for West Texas A & M University
Acceptance Rate
The West Texas A & M University acceptance rate is 98.7%. Last year, 3,668 of 3,717 applicants were admitted. That is the 70th lowest acceptance rate in Texas.
Admission Selectivity
How hard is it to get into West Texas A & M University and can you get accepted?
West Texas A & M University is an easy school to get into, admitting most applicants. You have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.
Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 33% of those admitted chose to enroll.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
West Texas A & M University SAT Scores
SAT scores of enrolled freshmen
SAT Range The middle 50% of enrolled testers who sent SAT. The maximum score is 1600.
950-1170Freshmen who sent SAT Share of enrolled freshmen who submitted SAT scores. This is enrolled testers, not all applicants.
48%25th Percentile Scores
- Reading 480
- Math 470
- Composite 950
75th Percentile Scores
- Reading 590
- Math 580
- Composite 1170
Average SAT
Enrolled testers at West Texas A & M University typically score around a 1060 SAT (middle 50% 950–1170) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 51st percentile nationally. West Texas A & M University ranks #38 in the state of Texas for highest average SAT composite score.
SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 950 to 1170
SAT policy
West Texas A & M University is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT. If you send a score, it is considered.
View other colleges which accept students in the 1060 SAT score range.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
How SAT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers
This table compares SAT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. It is not a personal chance of admission. If you withhold SAT, skip this table.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
West Texas A & M University ACT Scores
ACT scores among enrolled freshmen
ACT Range Mid-50 ACT composite among enrolled testers who sent ACT. The scale tops out at 36.
18-23Freshmen reporting ACT Percent of enrolled freshmen who reported ACT. Counts enrolled testers, not the full applicant pool.
32%25th Percentile Scores
- English 16
- Math 17
- Composite 18
75th Percentile Scores
- English 23
- Math 23
- Composite 23
Average ACT
Incoming testers at West Texas A & M University typically have around a 20 ACT (mid-50 18–23) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 51st percentile of ACT takers nationwide. West Texas A & M University places #47 among colleges in Texas for highest average ACT composite.
ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 18 to 23
ACT policy
You may apply to West Texas A & M University without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.
See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 20.0 ACT score range.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
How ACT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers
This table compares ACT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. They are not your individual odds. If you leave ACT off your application, you can skip this table.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Estimate How You Compare
See how your GPA and scores compare with last year's enrolled testers. You can mark that you will withhold scores.
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Admission Statistics
Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed in the table below.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Application Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to West Texas A & M University and what student information is used for admission decisions?
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Fall 2027 Application Deadline
Applications Due
Aug 1, 2027Days left to Apply
335Applicants have 335 days left until the Fall 2027 term applications are due on Aug 1, 2027.
Application Fee
The cost for prospective students to apply to West Texas A & M University is $0. The school is free to apply to.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Credits Accepted
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Admission summary
West Texas A & M University is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 98.7% of applicants. GPA is not considered. Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (950-1170); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
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Last updated: August 2026