ACCEPTANCE RATE
65.5%
More selective than 40% of listed universities.
SelectiveAccessible
Public University
University of Texas at Dallas
The University of Texas at Dallas is a vibrant public institution located in the heart of Dallas, offering a dynamic education for nearly 31,000 students.
65.5%ACCEPTANCE
$13,464AVG NET PRICE
75%GRAD RATE
30.9KSTUDENTS
University data profileIPEDS 2023
Dallas, TXcity
THE SIGNATURE
University of Texas at Dallas Report Card
Explore university facts, programs, and campus life at a glance.
Founded in 1969, the University of Texas at Dallas (UT Dallas) is a public research university that emphasizes innovation, research, and excellence in education. It is a part of The University of Texas System and serves a diverse student population of approximately 30,884 students who pursue a variety of programs across multiple disciplines.
The campus is located in a bustling city setting, providing students with access to numerous cultural and recreational opportunities in Dallas. UT Dallas fosters a sense of community and student engagement, offering a wide array of events and activities that enrich the student experience. Notable campus initiatives like Weeks of Welcome showcase the university's dedication to celebrating both new and returning students as they embark on their academic journeys.
AT A GLANCE
TypePublicFour or more years
Founded1969
Settingcity645 acres
Calendarsemester
GETTING IN
Admissions
The University of Texas at Dallas has an acceptance rate of 65.5%, with 29,366 applicants seeking admission. The university maintains a competitive admissions landscape, welcoming a diverse student body.
Source: IPEDS 2023
SAT RANGE (MID 50%)
1,170–1,410
4001600
APPLICATION DEADLINE
May 1regular
Undergraduate application fee $50.
WHAT IT COSTS
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker price tells you little — net price after aid is what most families actually pay.
Source: IPEDS 2023
IN-STATE TUITION & FEES
$14,564/yr
Out-of-state: $14,564/yr.
Net price by income band
$0–$30,000
$30,001–$48,000
$48,001–$75,000
$75,001–$110,000
$110,001+
AVERAGE NET PRICE AFTER AID
$13,464/yr
▲ 4% since 2020-2165% receive aid
Average aid package $12,366.
IN THE CLASSROOM
Academics
Known for its emphasis on research and interdisciplinary learning, the University of Texas at Dallas offers a wide array of academic programs. With a strong focus on student success, the university boasts an impressive first-year retention rate of 88% and a six-year graduation rate of 75%.
Source: IPEDS 2023
Student–faculty ratio
26:1
24.2% of classes have fewer than 20 students.
6-year graduation rate
75%
▲ 8 pts since 2016
First-year retention
88%
Compared with the 89% public-university median.
Undergrad majors
55
Undergraduate majors and programs
MOST POPULAR FIELDS OF STUDY
Computer and Information Sciences, General.16.1%
Biology/Biological Sciences, General.7.1%
Digital Arts.6%
Psychology, General.5.9%
Information Technology.5.7%
Finance, General.5.1%
CAMPUS LIFE
Campus & Housing
Campus housing shows how many students live on-campus — which means nearby housing can be essential to the college experience.
On-campus beds
5,543
Housing for approximately 25% of students.
Students needing off-campus housing
23.2K
Estimated from enrollment and reported on-campus housing capacity.
Setting
city
645 campus acres.
IN CONTEXT
UTD vs. peer institutions
How UTD compares with officially identified or editorially reviewed peer institutions.
University of Texas at Dallas
$13,464
University of Texas at Austin
$18,036
University of Texas at San Antonio
$10,831
Texas State University
$15,307
Southern Methodist University
$45,792
AFTER GRADUATION
Student outcomes
What graduates earn and how reliably they land work — the bottom-line return on the degree.
Source: College Scorecard 2023
Median earnings · 10 yrs after entry
$68,227
Working after 10 yrs
87.4%
Share of former students working and not enrolled, ten years after entry.
Earning more than a high-school graduate
84.8%
84.8% of students out-earn the typical high-school graduate — a core measure of mobility.
Neighborhoods near UTD
Where students live around University of Texas at Dallas — vibe, walkability, and commute at a glance.
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Data Sources: U.S. Department of Education IPEDS, National Center for Education Statistics. University Apartments is not affiliated with University of Texas at Dallas.