The University of Texas at Dallas
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About The University of Texas at Dallas
School Type: Public
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: No
Accreditation: regional
The University of Texas at Dallas is a large public university located on a suburban campus in Richardson, Texas. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 21,330, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 65%. The university offers 50 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 75%, and a student-faculty ratio of 26:1. Tuition and fees for in-state students are $16,412, while tuition and fees for out-of-state students are $45,100.
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Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High school transcriptRequired
High school rankNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Letter of recommendationRecommended
High school GPANot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programRequired
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Implied no
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile25-32
SAT 25th-75th Percentile1180-1410
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
31k
Students enrolled
36%
Online student enrollment
26:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
15%
Unknown
2%
Black
4%
Hispanic
12%
Two or more races
3%
Non-U.S. Citizen
3%
Asian
29%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
21% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
1
Total Online Enrollment
11,221
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.36% online, 64% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
99% On-campus
1% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor'sNot offered
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master's2% online
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $59,784 | $59,784 |
| Graduate | $54,672 | $54,672 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $17,758 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,600 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $81,342 | $81,342 |
| Off-campus without family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
| Off-campus with family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
27%
State Grant Aid
32%
Institution Grant Aid
61%
Pell Grant
21%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$18k
Average student debtafter graduation
$48k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Golf
- Soccer
- Tennis
- Track Field Indoor
- Track Field Outdoor
- Track Field Xcountry
- Softball
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, And Group Studies. | |||
| 2 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 3 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 4 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 5 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 6 | Education. | |||
| 7 | Engineering. | |||
| 8 | Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics. | |||
| 9 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 10 | History. | |||
| 11 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 12 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 13 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 14 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 15 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 16 | Psychology. | |||
| 17 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 18 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 19 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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