Alpine, TX · Canyon, TX · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Sul Ross State University | West Texas A & M University | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 98.7% | 98.7% |
| In-State Tuition | $7,592 | $9,101 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $17,672 | $10,996 |
| Average Net Price | $14,454 | $15,572 |
| Graduation Rate | 30.0% | 55.0% |
| Total Enrollment | 2,384 | 9,045 |
| Student-Faculty Ratio | 11 | 14 |
GradFax Analysis
Both are competitive to get into. Sul Ross State University accepts 98.7% of applicants; West Texas A & M University accepts 98.7%. Sul Ross State University's in-state tuition is $7,592. West Texas A & M University's is $9,101. Sul Ross State University is cheaper. Sul Ross State University graduates 30% of students in 6 years. West Texas A & M University graduates 55%.
Bottom Line
Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.
Source: IPEDS: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
West Texas A & M University. It accepts 98.7% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Sul Ross State University, on average. After aid, students pay $14,454/year versus $15,572/year. Your number depends on your aid package.
Source: IPEDS
West Texas A & M University: 55% of students finish in 6 years. Sul Ross State University is at 30%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.