Freshman Admissions Standards
Freshman Requirements for Admission:
- High School Class Rank - Top 35% OR
- 3.0 Cumulative High School GPA (4.0 Scale) OR
- 21 ACT Composite Score / 1070 SAT Composite Score
- NEW for Fall 2025 applicants:
- Texas residents must demonstrate successful completion of Distinguished Level of Achievement under the Foundation High School Program (Foundation with or without an Endorsement is accepted, but must include Algebra II)
All other freshman applicants will be reviewed by committee.
Freshman Application Steps
Step 1. Complete your application - WT application OR ApplyTexas application, it's your choice!
Step 2. Send your official high school transcript to the Office of Admissions.
- Request your high school counselor to send official transcripts via Parchment, Speedy, or TREx (preferred method).
- Your high school counselor may also
- email your transcript to: admissions@wtamu.edu OR
- mail a sealed copy to: Office of Admissions, WT Box 60907, Canyon, TX 79016
Official transcripts are sent by your high school. Unofficial transcripts are sent by you (the student). While unofficial transcripts may be used for an admission decision, you will not be allowed to attend NSO or register for classes until an official transcript is received by the Office of Admissions.
Additional Items For Enrollment
You may be required to submit additional documentation for enrollment. These items are not needed for an admissions decision, but will be required before registering for classes.
- TSI Scores or Proof of Exemption
- Proof of Meningitis Vaccination
- College Transcripts (if applicable)