Is West Texas A & M University a Catholic college?

No. West Texas A & M University is not a Catholic college. Catholic School Compass rates the Catholic life on its campus instead. Catholic students are served by Catholic Student Center at WTAMU.

Where is Mass celebrated at West Texas A & M University?

Mass is listed at Catholic Student Center, 2610 4th Avenue, Canyon and TX 79015. Days and times are on this page; please confirm with the parish or campus ministry before you go.

College · Catholic life on campus

West Texas A & M University

LocationCanyon, TX
Type and sizePublic · 4-year · 8,997 students

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West Texas A & M University is not a Catholic college. This rating measures Catholic life on campus: campus ministry, priests, Mass and confession, student groups, and nearby parishes.

The Catholic campus ministry for West Texas A&M University is the Catholic Student Center at 2610 4th Avenue in Canyon, listed by the Diocese of Amarillo. Its published schedule includes a Sunday 5:30 PM Mass, a Wednesday 6:30 PM Mass, Wednesday confession, and Monday adoration, along with Bible studies and a retreat, led by Fr. Alvin Ryan Tshuma as Director and Pastor.

Mass, confession, and adoration

Confirm with the parish

Mass 2

Sunday5:30 PMCatholic Student Center, 2610 4th Avenue, Canyon, TX 79015
Wednesday6:30 PMCatholic Student Center, 2610 4th Avenue, Canyon, TX 79015 · A meal follows on Wednesdays.

Confession 1

Wednesday5:00 PMCatholic Student Center, 2610 4th Avenue, Canyon, TX 79015

Adoration 1

Monday7:00 PMCatholic Student Center, 2610 4th Avenue, Canyon, TX 79015 · Until 10:00 PM; students sign up for 30-minute shifts.

Times come only from official parish, chaplaincy, or school pages, and can change with the season. Last verified Oct. 12, 2026.

Sources for these times (3)

Mass Times | Catholic Student Center at WTAMUwtcsc.org/mass-times · verified Oct. 12, 2026
“Sunday Mass Schedule Sunday: 5:30 PM English English EN Daily Mass Schedule Wednesday: 6:30 PM English English EN”
The center's Mass times page lists a Sunday 5:30 PM Mass and a Wednesday 6:30 PM Mass.
“Sunday Mass Schedule Sunday: 5:30 PM English English EN Daily Mass Schedule Wednesday: 6:30 PM English English EN”
The center's Mass times page lists a Sunday 5:30 PM Mass and a Wednesday 6:30 PM Mass.
Contact Us | Catholic Student Center at WTAMUwtcsc.org/contact-us · verified Oct. 12, 2026
“Sunday Evening 5:30 p.m. Mass Monday Adoration 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. Tuesday 8:00 p.m. Catholic U/Bible Studies Wednesday Confession 5:00 p.m. Wednesday Mass 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Dinner 7:15 p.m. Wednesday Activities 8:00 p.m.”
The center's contact page lists its weekly confession, adoration, Bible study, Mass, dinner and activity times.
Adoration | Catholic Student Center at WTAMUwtcsc.org/adoration · verified Oct. 12, 2026
“Adoration is available each Monday from 7:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m.”
Adoration is offered each Monday from 7:00 to 10:00 PM at the center.

Catholic churches nearby

CampusCatholic centerCatholic church (numbered below)Open a street map ›

Catholic Student Center — 0.3 mi · 2610 4th Avenue, Canyon
Saint Ann Catholic Church — 0.9 mi · 605 38th Street, Canyon

Within 3 miles, as mapped by OpenStreetMap contributors. The map may be incomplete. Confirm with the parish or diocese.

Catholic life scorecard

Each line is one thing we looked for. A check means yes, a half means partly, a dash means no. “Not enough information” means official sources did not say.

Catholic life on campus

83 of 100 points on what we could document.

Yes:
Catholic campus ministry serving this campus (Catholic center, campus ministry, or chaplaincy)Yes
Sources (2)
1. Parish Finder | Catholic Diocese of Amarilloamarillodiocese.org/parishfinder · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “Catholic Student Center at WTAMU 2610 4th Avenue, Canyon, TX, 79015 Phone: 806-655-4345 Fax: 806-655-0534 Website: https://wtcsc.org/”
  The Diocese of Amarillo's parish finder lists the Catholic Student Center at WTAMU at 2610 4th Avenue, Canyon, as its campus ministry.
2. Catholic Student Center at WTAMU | Canyon, TXwtcsc.org · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “Cardinal Newman League was established to provide continuing support for Catholic campus ministries in the Diocese of Amarillo.”
  The Cardinal Newman League supports the center and other Catholic campus ministries in the Diocese of Amarillo.
Yes:
Dedicated Catholic center or chapel on or next to campusYes (The ministry's dedicated Catholic Student Center is about 0.24 mile from the campus (computed from its published address).)
Sources (3)
1. Parish Finder | Catholic Diocese of Amarilloamarillodiocese.org/parishfinder · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “Catholic Student Center at WTAMU 2610 4th Avenue, Canyon, TX, 79015 Phone: 806-655-4345 Fax: 806-655-0534 Website: https://wtcsc.org/”
  The Diocese of Amarillo's parish finder lists the Catholic Student Center at WTAMU at 2610 4th Avenue, Canyon, as its campus ministry.
2. Contact Us | Catholic Student Center at WTAMUwtcsc.org/contact-us · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “Call us - (806) 655-4345 Mail or visit us - 2610 4th Ave, Canyon, TX 79015 Email us - westtexascsc@gmail.com”
  The Catholic Student Center gives its address as 2610 4th Ave, Canyon, TX 79015, with its phone and email.
3. Welcome | Catholic Student Center at WTAMUwtcsc.org/welcome · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “Our office is open Monday through Friday from 10am to 5pm, but the building is open for you to use from 8am to 10pm.”
  The center's building is open to students from 8 AM to 10 PM.
Yes:
Priest chaplain assigned to campus ministryFull-time priest chaplain (Fr. Alvin Ryan Tshuma is listed as Director/Pastor and as chaplain and director, with no other assignment shown.)
Sources (2)
1. Our Priest & Staff | Catholic Student Center at WTAMUwtcsc.org/our-priest-staff · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “Fr. Alvin Ryan Tshuma Director/Pastor 806-655-4345”
  Fr. Alvin Ryan Tshuma is listed as Director/Pastor of the Catholic Student Center.
2. Welcome | Catholic Student Center at WTAMUwtcsc.org/welcome · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “Chaplain & Director, Fr. Alvin Ryan Tshuma”
  The welcome page names Fr. Alvin Ryan Tshuma as chaplain and director.
Partly:
Weekday Mass at the campus ministry1–4 weekdays (Mass is listed on Wednesday only.)
Sources (1)
1. Mass Times | Catholic Student Center at WTAMUwtcsc.org/mass-times · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “Sunday Mass Schedule Sunday: 5:30 PM English English EN Daily Mass Schedule Wednesday: 6:30 PM English English EN”
  The center's Mass times page lists a Sunday 5:30 PM Mass and a Wednesday 6:30 PM Mass.
Partly:
Sunday Mass at the campus ministry or a campus chapelOne weekend Mass (One Sunday Mass at 5:30 PM is listed.)
Sources (1)
1. Mass Times | Catholic Student Center at WTAMUwtcsc.org/mass-times · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “Sunday Mass Schedule Sunday: 5:30 PM English English EN Daily Mass Schedule Wednesday: 6:30 PM English English EN”
  The center's Mass times page lists a Sunday 5:30 PM Mass and a Wednesday 6:30 PM Mass.
Yes:
Scheduled confession at the campus ministryWeekly or more often (Scheduled confession on Wednesday at 5:00 PM.)
Sources (1)
1. Contact Us | Catholic Student Center at WTAMUwtcsc.org/contact-us · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “Sunday Evening 5:30 p.m. Mass Monday Adoration 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. Tuesday 8:00 p.m. Catholic U/Bible Studies Wednesday Confession 5:00 p.m. Wednesday Mass 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Dinner 7:15 p.m. Wednesday Activities 8:00 p.m.”
  The center's contact page lists its weekly confession, adoration, Bible study, Mass, dinner and activity times.
Yes:
Catholic student groups and missionary outreach (e.g., FOCUS, Saint Paul's Outreach, Knights of Columbus, Bible studies)Two or more (Tuesday Catholic U/Bible Studies, men's Bible studies, and co-ed Bible studies are listed.)
Sources (2)
1. Contact Us | Catholic Student Center at WTAMUwtcsc.org/contact-us · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “Sunday Evening 5:30 p.m. Mass Monday Adoration 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. Tuesday 8:00 p.m. Catholic U/Bible Studies Wednesday Confession 5:00 p.m. Wednesday Mass 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Dinner 7:15 p.m. Wednesday Activities 8:00 p.m.”
  The center's contact page lists its weekly confession, adoration, Bible study, Mass, dinner and activity times.
2. Bible Studies & Small Groups | Catholic Student Center at WTAMUwtcsc.org/bible-studies-small-groups · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “Men's Bible Studies: September 10 - 7:30pm October 8 - 7:30pm November 12- 7:30pm”
  The center lists men's Bible studies on three dates at 7:30 PM in fall 2026.
  “Co-Ed Bible Study - Living Gospel Tuesdays: Oct. 20 - Nov. 24: 7pm Co-Ed Bible Study - Theology of the Body Genesis Study”
  The center lists co-ed Bible studies for fall 2026, including Living Gospel and Theology of the Body Genesis Study.
Yes:
Formation programs (retreats, OCIA/RCIA, service, small groups)Two or more kinds (Retreat (Awakening) and small-group Bible studies are listed.)
Sources (2)
1. Awakening Retreat | Catholic Student Center at WTAMUwtcsc.org/awakening · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “Ages 18-30: Sign up today to attend this amazing retreat experience!”
  The center's Awakening retreat is for ages 18 to 30.
  “Awakening #31 October 16-18, 2026”
  The center lists Awakening #31 for October 16 to 18, 2026.
2. Bible Studies & Small Groups | Catholic Student Center at WTAMUwtcsc.org/bible-studies-small-groups · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “Co-Ed Bible Study - Living Gospel Tuesdays: Oct. 20 - Nov. 24: 7pm Co-Ed Bible Study - Theology of the Body Genesis Study”
  The center lists co-ed Bible studies for fall 2026, including Living Gospel and Theology of the Body Genesis Study.
Yes:
Catholic church within walking distance (computed from OpenStreetMap)Within 1 mile of campusComputed from OpenStreetMap church locations.
Partly:
Published weekly schedule of Mass, confession, and adoration1 to 5 times a week (4 weekly times documented: 2 Mass, 1 confession, 1 adoration.)Computed from the verified Mass, confession, and adoration times listed on this page (each day a time is offered counts once).

Grades come from the documented indicators under the published rubric. “Not enough information” does not mean the school lacks it.

Strengths

A priest is named as Director/Pastor and chaplain of the Catholic Student Center.
Sources (2)
1. Our Priest & Staff | Catholic Student Center at WTAMUwtcsc.org/our-priest-staff · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “Fr. Alvin Ryan Tshuma Director/Pastor 806-655-4345”
  Fr. Alvin Ryan Tshuma is listed as Director/Pastor of the Catholic Student Center.
2. Welcome | Catholic Student Center at WTAMUwtcsc.org/welcome · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “Chaplain & Director, Fr. Alvin Ryan Tshuma”
  The welcome page names Fr. Alvin Ryan Tshuma as chaplain and director.
Confession is scheduled weekly on Wednesday, and adoration weekly on Monday.
Sources (2)
1. Contact Us | Catholic Student Center at WTAMUwtcsc.org/contact-us · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “Sunday Evening 5:30 p.m. Mass Monday Adoration 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. Tuesday 8:00 p.m. Catholic U/Bible Studies Wednesday Confession 5:00 p.m. Wednesday Mass 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Dinner 7:15 p.m. Wednesday Activities 8:00 p.m.”
  The center's contact page lists its weekly confession, adoration, Bible study, Mass, dinner and activity times.
2. Adoration | Catholic Student Center at WTAMUwtcsc.org/adoration · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “Adoration is available each Monday from 7:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m.”
  Adoration is offered each Monday from 7:00 to 10:00 PM at the center.
Several Bible studies and a fall retreat are listed.
Sources (2)
1. Bible Studies & Small Groups | Catholic Student Center at WTAMUwtcsc.org/bible-studies-small-groups · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “Men's Bible Studies: September 10 - 7:30pm October 8 - 7:30pm November 12- 7:30pm”
  The center lists men's Bible studies on three dates at 7:30 PM in fall 2026.
  “Co-Ed Bible Study - Living Gospel Tuesdays: Oct. 20 - Nov. 24: 7pm Co-Ed Bible Study - Theology of the Body Genesis Study”
  The center lists co-ed Bible studies for fall 2026, including Living Gospel and Theology of the Body Genesis Study.
2. Awakening Retreat | Catholic Student Center at WTAMUwtcsc.org/awakening · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “Ages 18-30: Sign up today to attend this amazing retreat experience!”
  The center's Awakening retreat is for ages 18 to 30.

Concerns

Weekday Mass is listed only on Wednesday.
Sources (1)
1. Mass Times | Catholic Student Center at WTAMUwtcsc.org/mass-times · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “Sunday Mass Schedule Sunday: 5:30 PM English English EN Daily Mass Schedule Wednesday: 6:30 PM English English EN”
  The center's Mass times page lists a Sunday 5:30 PM Mass and a Wednesday 6:30 PM Mass.
One Sunday Mass is listed.
Sources (1)
1. Mass Times | Catholic Student Center at WTAMUwtcsc.org/mass-times · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “Sunday Mass Schedule Sunday: 5:30 PM English English EN Daily Mass Schedule Wednesday: 6:30 PM English English EN”
  The center's Mass times page lists a Sunday 5:30 PM Mass and a Wednesday 6:30 PM Mass.

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The Catholic center

Catholic Student Center at WTAMU

Address: 2610 4th Avenue, Canyon, TX 79015
Distance from campus: 0.2 mi (straight line from the campus point in federal IPEDS data)
Facilities: student center building (open 8 AM to 10 PM)

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Source: amarillodiocese.org, verified Oct. 12, 2026, wtcsc.org, verified Oct. 12, 2026, wtcsc.org, verified Oct. 12, 2026

Catholic clubs and student life

6 groups and regular activities · 0 on campus, 0 off campus, 6 location not published

Faith formation 3

Catholic U/Bible Studies
Tuesdays 8:00 PM
Weekly Tuesday Bible study listed on the center's contact page.
wtcsc.org
Co-Ed Bible Studies (Living Gospel; Theology of the Body Genesis Study)
Fall 2026
Co-ed Bible studies listed for fall 2026.
wtcsc.org
Men's Bible Studies
September 10, October 8 and November 12, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Men's Bible study on listed dates.
wtcsc.org

Liturgy and prayer 1

Worship Ministry
Plans liturgies and offers activities, including Mass.
wtcsc.org

Retreats 1

Awakening Retreat
October 16-18, 2026
Retreat for students and young adults ages 18 to 30.
wtcsc.org, wtcsc.org

Social life 1

Wednesday dinner and activities
Wednesdays: dinner 7:15 PM, activities 8:00 PM
A free meal and a game or activity during the school year.
wtcsc.org, wtcsc.org

Everything listed is published by the school, its campus ministry, or the parish. Ask the campus minister what’s happening this semester.

Catholic campus ministry

Catholic Student Center at WTAMU

Sources (4)

Parish Finder | Catholic Diocese of Amarilloamarillodiocese.org/parishfinder · verified Oct. 12, 2026
“Catholic Student Center at WTAMU 2610 4th Avenue, Canyon, TX, 79015 Phone: 806-655-4345 Fax: 806-655-0534 Website: https://wtcsc.org/”
The Diocese of Amarillo's parish finder lists the Catholic Student Center at WTAMU at 2610 4th Avenue, Canyon, as its campus ministry.
“Catholic Student Center at WTAMU 2610 4th Avenue, Canyon, TX, 79015 Phone: 806-655-4345 Fax: 806-655-0534 Website: https://wtcsc.org/”
The Diocese of Amarillo's parish finder lists the Catholic Student Center at WTAMU at 2610 4th Avenue, Canyon, as its campus ministry.
Our Priest & Staff | Catholic Student Center at WTAMUwtcsc.org/our-priest-staff · verified Oct. 12, 2026
“Fr. Alvin Ryan Tshuma Director/Pastor 806-655-4345”
Fr. Alvin Ryan Tshuma is listed as Director/Pastor of the Catholic Student Center.
Contact Us | Catholic Student Center at WTAMUwtcsc.org/contact-us · verified Oct. 12, 2026
“Call us - (806) 655-4345 Mail or visit us - 2610 4th Ave, Canyon, TX 79015 Email us - westtexascsc@gmail.com”
The Catholic Student Center gives its address as 2610 4th Ave, Canyon, TX 79015, with its phone and email.
Welcome | Catholic Student Center at WTAMUwtcsc.org/welcome · verified Oct. 12, 2026
“Our office is open Monday through Friday from 10am to 5pm, but the building is open for you to use from 8am to 10pm.”
The center's building is open to students from 8 AM to 10 PM.

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My rating and notes

Academic Excellence

55 of 100

From federal data, on fixed published scales.

Each measure counts for the share shown.

Graduation rate 35% of score55%
First-year retention 20% of score70%
Entering students' test scores 15% of scoreSAT 1,050 · ACT 20.5
Student-to-faculty ratio 15% of score14 to 1
Instructional spending per student 15% of score$6,290

Bars show points on each measure’s scale. How Academic Excellence is computed.

Source: College Scorecard (College Scorecard, most recent cohorts (data release 06/10/2026))

Cost and value

Federal data, shown separately. Cost, debt, and earnings are never part of any grade.

Value and outcomes
Undergraduate students Fall enrollment (IPEDS)	6,786
Total students	8,997
Average net price (per year) After grants and scholarships, for students receiving federal aid	$19,487
Cost of attendance (per year)	$23,482
Median federal debt at graduation	$19,500
Graduation rate First-time, full-time students finishing within 150% of normal time	55%
First-year retention	70%
Median earnings 10 years after entry	$50,741
Admission rate	99%
Students receiving Pell grants	41%

Admission test scores (middle 50% of admitted students who submitted scores)
Average SAT	1050
SAT reading & writing	480–590
SAT math	470–580
ACT composite	18–23
Test policy	Considered but not required

Value index: 54 / 100 (how it’s computed)

Sources: College Scorecard · IPEDS College Navigator · Net price calculator
College Scorecard, most recent cohorts (data release 06/10/2026); IPEDS 2024-25 directory and institutional characteristics; fall 2023 enrollment.

Local Church

Diocese of Amarillo

The see is currently vacant. His Eminence Daniel N. DiNardo, Apostolic Administrator.

Source: usccb.org, verified Oct. 7, 2026.

Diocese determined from the county, using the diocese’s county list (Wikipedia). Confirm with the diocese.

About this school’s data

IPEDS unit ID 229814
Carnegie classification: Master's university (larger programs)
Accreditation: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges d.b.a. Commission on Colleges and Universities (U.S. Department of Education DAPIP)
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Questions families ask

Is West Texas A & M University a Catholic college?: No. West Texas A & M University is not a Catholic college. Catholic School Compass rates the Catholic life on its campus instead. Catholic students are served by Catholic Student Center at WTAMU.
What is West Texas A & M University’s Catholic Life Score?: 76 out of 100 (grade B). It measures Catholic life on campus: campus ministry, priests, Mass and confession, student groups, and nearby parishes, together with academics.
Where is Mass celebrated at West Texas A & M University?: Mass is listed at Catholic Student Center, 2610 4th Avenue, Canyon and TX 79015. Days and times are on this page; please confirm with the parish or campus ministry before you go.

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