TX Public 4-year Clery Act 2026 data

West Texas A & M University — Campus Safety & Crime Statistics

CANYON, TX · 8,997 enrolled students. Clery Act data 2021–2023 · 36 total on-campus incidents. Safety score 4.11 per 1,000 students · national rank #2476.

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Clery Act category mix · 2023 reporting year · per 8,997 enrolled

Categories31%22%9%18%20%Criminal offensesVAWAHate crimesArrestsDisciplinary refs
Clery Act category mix · 2023 reporting year · per 8,997 enrolled

West Texas A & M University is a Public institution located in CANYON, TX, enrolling approximately 8,997 students. Clery Act data spanning 2021–2023 records 36 total on-campus incidents across all reported crime categories. With a safety score of 4.11 incidents per 1,000 enrolled students, the institution ranks #2476 nationally and #152 within TX.

West Texas A & M University reports Clery Act campus safety data across 3 years , accumulating 36 total on-campus incidents across 11 distinct crime categories. Its safety score of 4.11 incidents per 1,000 enrolled students places it at national rank #2476 and #152 within TX out of 5,600+ institutions surveyed by the US Department of Education's OPE Campus Safety and Security Survey. With 8,997 enrolled students, this campus sits in the mid-sized institution bracket, which shapes how raw incident counts should be interpreted.

The most frequently reported category at West Texas A & M University is "fondling" with 11 cumulative incidents across the reporting window. Year-over-year, on-campus incident volume is rising — moving from 10 in 2021 to 13 in 2023. Compared to 5 peer institutions of similar enrollment size in TX averaging 1.69 incidents per 1,000 students, West Texas A & M University reports 144% more incidents per student.

Fire safety data covers 16 reporting years for on-campus residential facilities, logging 0 total fires. Arrests and disciplinary actions span 27 category-year records, covering liquor law violations, drug law violations, and weapons possession on-campus. No Department of Education Clery Act enforcement actions are recorded against this institution. Safety scores should always be read alongside enrollment size, campus geography, and reporting culture — institutions with active reporting programs often show higher counts that reflect transparency rather than risk.

Safety Score

4.11 /1K students

incidents per 1,000 enrolled

National Rank

#2476

See peer comparison

State Rank (TX)

#152

within state peers

Incidents (2023)

13

across 11 crime categories

Safety Percentile

West Texas A & M University percentile rank 56.4%
National median

Higher percentile = safer than more peers. Rank #2476 out of approximately 5,673 institutions in the OPE Campus Safety Survey.

Reporting density vs peer median

West Texas A & M University reports 144% more incidents per student than the median of 5 peer institutions.

Academic & Financial Profile

Tuition & Costs

In-State Tuition
$9,101
Out-of-State Tuition
$10,996
Avg Net Price
$19,487
Median Debt
$19,500
Pell Grant Recipients
41%

Admissions

Acceptance Rate
99%
SAT Average
1050
SAT Math Range
470–580
ACT Average
21
ACT Range
18–23

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate
51%
Retention Rate
70%
Median Earnings (6yr)
$44,399
Median Earnings (10yr)
$50,741
Loan Repayment (3yr)
318800%

Source: US Dept. of Education College Scorecard. See PlainCollege for full academic data.

Crime Statistics by Year

11 categories 3 reporting years on-campus only
Crime Type 2023 (On-Campus)2022 (On-Campus)2021 (On-Campus)
aggravated_assault 000
arson 000
burglary 000
fondling 000
incest 000
motor_vehicle_theft 000
murder 000
negligent_manslaughter 000
rape 000
robbery 000
statutory_rape 000

Source: US Dept US Dept of Education OPE Campus Safety Survey. Figures show on-campus incidents

Fire Safety

Year Total Fires Injuries Deaths Cat I Cat II
2023 0 0 0 0 0
2023 0 0 0 0 0
2023 0 0 0 0 0
2023 0 0 0 0 0
2023 0 0 0 0 0
2023 0 0 0 0 0
2023 0 0 0 0 0
2023 0 0 0 0 0
2023 0 0 0 0 0
2023 0 0 0 0 0
2023 0 0 0 0 0
2023 0 0 0 0 0
2023 0 0 0 0 0
2023 0 0 0 0 0
2023 0 0 0 0 0
2023 0 0 0 0 0

Arrests & Disciplinary Actions

27 category-year records

Liquor / drug / weapons categories · arrests vs disciplinary referrals · across 27 reported records

Disposition26%47%27%ArrestsDisciplinary referralsNo action
Liquor / drug / weapons categories · arrests vs disciplinary referrals · across 27 reported records
Category Year Arrests Disciplinary Actions
drugs 2023 0 0
drugs 2023 1 0
drugs 2023 22 10
liquor 2023 0 0
liquor 2023 0 0
liquor 2023 66 77
weapons 2023 0 0
weapons 2023 0 0
weapons 2023 0 0
drugs 2022 0 0
drugs 2022 0 0
drugs 2022 5 1
liquor 2022 0 0
liquor 2022 0 0
liquor 2022 48 46
weapons 2022 0 0
weapons 2022 0 0
weapons 2022 0 0
drugs 2021 0 0
drugs 2021 0 0

West Texas A & M University vs peer institutions

Side-by-side safety scores for 3 peers of similar enrollment

Safety scores below are incidents per 1,000 enrolled students (lower = fewer reported incidents). Enrollment shown in the “Burden @ $100K” row reflects total student count; the rightmost row shows the most recent reporting year.

Selected

TX

West Texas A & M University

4.11% top marginal rate
Structure
Progressive
Burden @ $100K
$8,997
Brackets
2023

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is West Texas A & M University safe?
West Texas A & M University has a safety score of 4.11 (total on-campus incidents per 1,000 enrolled students) and ranks #2476 nationally out of 5,600+ institutions. Compare this with peer institutions for context.
What crimes are reported at West Texas A & M University?
West Texas A & M University reports Clery Act statistics including aggravated_assault, arson, burglary, fondling, incest, and other categories. The most recent data covers calendar year 2023. All figures reflect on-campus incidents reported to campus security authorities.
How does the Clery Act affect West Texas A & M University?
The Clery Act (Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act) requires all colleges and universities that participate in federal financial aid programs to disclose crime statistics and security information annually. The data reported here comes directly from the US Department of Education's OPE Campus Safety and Security Survey.
What is a campus safety score?
The safety score is calculated as total reported on-campus Clery Act incidents divided by enrollment per 1,000 students. Lower scores indicate fewer incidents relative to enrollment size. Schools are ranked nationally, with rank #1 being the safest. A score of 0.00 may reflect zero reported incidents or incomplete reporting.
How does West Texas A & M University compare to similar schools?
West Texas A & M University is compared against peer institutions of similar enrollment size and within TX. The Similar Institutions section on this page shows side-by-side safety scores for comparable campuses. Use the Compare tool to evaluate up to four schools at once.
Does West Texas A & M University have fire safety data?
Yes. West Texas A & M University reports fire safety data for on-campus residential facilities, including total fires, injuries, deaths, and fire damage categories. No fires were reported in the most recent year.

Understanding West Texas A & M University's Safety Profile

West Texas A & M University in CANYON, TX enrolls 8,997 students and has a safety score of 4.11 incidents per 1,000 enrolled students , ranking #2476 nationally.

Crime statistics are reported under the Clery Act, which requires all institutions participating in federal financial aid to disclose campus crime data annually. The data covers on-campus incidents from 2021 to 2023, enabling year-over-year trend analysis. On-campus incidents remained at 13 from 2022 to 2023.

Fire safety data covers on-campus residential facilities. No fires were reported in the most recent year, indicating effective fire prevention measures.

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Data sourced from official U.S. government datasets. See our methodology for details. Retrieved and formatted by PlainCampus Editorial

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.