West Texas A&M
Who's the ideal West Texas A&M University student?
You'd thrive at WTAMU if you:
work full time
need a structured schedule with due dates each week
have a family or a really complex schedule
want to earn a bachelor's degree in general studies
need a support system from EduNationU and other students in the program- at WTAMU, you'll get a coach who checks in with you weekly
You will also be an encourager, have an encourager, and participate in a monthly Finishers program
How does this degree program work?
West Texas A&M University Bachelor's of General Studies is an online based program.
You will simultaneously take classes at West Texas A&M University and Western Texas College. You will receive guidance on coursework and post-Bachelor's plans from a dedicated WTAMU advisor. Your final 39 credit hours will be completed online through WTAMU. A local coach will also do weekly check-ins with you as your progress through your course work.
Each student attending WTAMU will also participate in a local support program called Finishers. Within this program you will be an encourager to another student, have an encourager and participate in a monthly Finishers gathering.
What does it cost?
The average cost for a year at West Texas A&M University (30 semester credits hours a year) for a Texas Resident is $8800-9200. This is based on the 2019-2020 tuition and fee rates.
You will also have books that will need to be purchased each semester.
Financial Aid can be applied to tuition.
What degrees can I earn here?
Bachelor of General Studies (BGS)
Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences (BAAS)
Does this university accept transfer credits?
Yes! West Texas A&M University will accept up to 81 hours of transfer credit.
Do y'all have any scholarships available?
We have the Transfer Scholarship opportunities available to students who take 12 or more hours with us a semester.
*Resident Transfer Assistance Scholarship - $2,000/yr for up to 2 years – requirements of 3.0 GPA and 30 transfer hours, Texas resident
*Non-resident Transfer Assistance Scholarship - $1,000/yr for up to 2 years – requirement of 3.0 GPA and 30 transfer hours
*President's Transfer Scholarship - $3,000/yr for up to 2 years – requirements of 3.5 GPA and 60 transfer hours
What are the requirements to start at this university?
To enroll in West Texas A&M University, you must have a highschool diploma or GED.
In addition, you must have a 2.0 GPA or higher.
If you already have an Associate Degree you will begin taking your classes through West Texas A&M University and Western Texas College at the same time. If you haven't earned an Associate Degree you will begin with classes at Western Texas College first.
What are the expectations for students pursuing this degree with EduNationU?
Each of EduNationU's university partners has different support available.
For West Texas A&M University, you'll have 4 key expectations:
Make regular progress in school.
Participate in check-ins with your coach.
Spend 8-10 hours in the study space (to start) while you're getting used to being in school.
Encourage, be encouraged and participate in Finishers each month.
When can I start?
We have three opportunities for you to join EduNationU and attend West Texas A&M University in 2020.
Spring 2021 begins January 11th - April 28th
Summer I 2021 begins June 2nd - July 6th
Summer II 2020 begins July 8th - August 11th
Fall 2021 begins August 23rd
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