Scholarships

West Texas A&M University awards approximately $4.1 million each year in scholarships to new and continuing students, with the average award totaling $1,200 per year. Students who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership and special talent are considered for University scholarships. Financial need may be a consideration. BUFF Promise is an excellent resource for families to cover the costs of education.

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The scholarship application for fall 2019-spring 2020 awards will be available October 1, 2018.

INCOMING freshman APPLICATIOn

Dec. 1, 2018 Early Action Date

First consideration for our most prestigious awards with notification by February 1, 2019 or earlier.

Feb. 1, 2019 Priority Date

Notification of awards by May 1, 2019 or earlier.

Applications received after February 1 will be considered until funds are exhausted.

INCOMING TRANSFER, GRADUATE OR CONTINUING STUDENT APPLICATION

Feb. 1, 2019 Priority Date

Notification of awards by July 1, 2019 or earlier.

Applications received after February 1 will be considered until funds are exhausted.

ALL NEW SPRING 2019 STUDENTS

Dec. 15, 2018 Priority Date

All awards for spring are based on the availability of funds.