West Texas A&M University: what international applicants need

What are West Texas A&M University's application deadlines for 2026–27?

West Texas A&M University admits on a rolling basis for 2026–27: there's no single deadline, and it answers applications as they come in, so applying early is safer.

What is West Texas A&M University's acceptance rate?

98.7% for students who started in fall 2024: West Texas A&M University admitted 3,668 of its 3,717 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does West Texas A&M University require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

It depends. West Texas A&M University requires SAT or ACT scores from some applicants or programs only for 2026–27, and its testing page says which.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.

What SAT score do you need for West Texas A&M University?

The middle half of first-year students who enrolled in fall 2024 and sent SAT scores had 470–580 in Math and 480–590 in Reading and Writing (48% of them sent SAT scores).

• On the ACT, the middle half had a composite of 18–23.
• If your score is above the middle of these ranges, it helps your application. At a test-optional university, a score below the lower number usually isn't worth sending.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release): 25th to 75th percentile of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores. Source

How much is West Texas A&M University's application fee for international students?

West Texas A&M University's application fee is $100 for international applicants: $90 more than the $10 US applicants pay.

Does West Texas A&M University accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?

Yes. West Texas A&M University accepts the Common App fee waiver and doesn't limit it to US students.

• Your eligibility is confirmed through the Common App, usually with your counselor.

Which English tests does West Texas A&M University accept?

West Texas A&M University lists the TOEFL iBT, IELTS Academic, Duolingo English Test, PTE Academic, and Cambridge English as accepted English proficiency tests for 2026–27.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

Does West Texas A&M University accept the Duolingo English Test?

Yes. The Duolingo English Test is among the English tests West Texas A&M University accepts for 2026–27.

How many recommendation letters does West Texas A&M University require?

West Texas A&M University doesn't require recommendation letters on the Common App for 2026–27.

• Letters that aren't required can still be accepted: the university's site says whether it reads them.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does West Texas A&M University require the Common App personal essay?

No. West Texas A&M University doesn't require the Common App personal essay for 2026–27, though you can still send it: the Common App lets you submit it to any university.

How many international students does West Texas A&M University have?

106 of West Texas A&M University's 6,926 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 1.5%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does West Texas A&M University cost for international students?

West Texas A&M University is a public university: international students pay at least the out-of-state rate, $10,996 in published tuition and fees for 2024–25 (in-state students paid $9,101). Some public universities add an international fee. On-campus food and housing was $9,278. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $27,850 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source