University of Texas at Dallas
public · Founded 1969 · Dallas, TX
Acceptance Rate
65.50%
Enrollment
30,884
Tuition & Fees
$14,564
Graduation Rate
75.00%
Retention Rate
88.00%
Off-Campus Needed
23,163
UTD Report Card
Letter grades compare this school against national university benchmarks.
Academics
Selectivity, test scores, retention, and faculty access.
Value
Cost, aid, grants, and post-graduation earnings.
Diversity
Economic access, geographic mix, and gender balance.
Location
Safety, walkability, transit, and student nightlife.
Campus
Housing capacity, student body scale, and campus setting.
Outcomes
Graduation, retention, employment, and earnings.
Grades are benchmarked against national profile data. View methodology
Can You Get Into UTD?
UTD admitted just 19,224 of 29,366 applicants — a 65.50% acceptance rate
Admissions Snapshot
11% above state avg
24% below state avg
Test Scores (Middle 50%)
SAT Reading & Writing
580–690
SAT Math
590–720
ACT Composite
25–32
Coming to UTD from out of state?
7% of freshmen aren't from Texas. If you're moving for UTD, start your housing search early — only 25.00% of students can live on campus.
Browse Housing Near UTDWhat Will UTD Cost You?
Most students don't pay sticker price — 65.00% receive financial aid
Sticker Price
77% below national avg
Per-credit cost: $607 (part-time)
Financial Aid & Grants
Your estimated net price
On-Campus vs. Off-Campus Housing Cost
UTD's on-campus room and board adds up to $13,832 per year ($1,153/month). Many students find that off-campus apartments offer more space, kitchen access, and flexibility — often at a lower monthly cost.
| On-Campus | Off-Campus (avg) | |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Housing | $8,608 | Varies |
| Monthly Equivalent | $717/mo | See listings |
| Meal Plan | $5,224 (required) | Flexible |
| Availability | 5,543 beds only | Hundreds of options |
What Can You Study at UTD?
Most Popular Undergraduate Majors
Computer and Information Sciences, General.
829 graduates · 19.18% women
Biology/Biological Sciences, General.
369 graduates · 60.43% women
Digital Arts.
310 graduates · 41.94% women
Psychology, General.
304 graduates · 77.63% women
Information Technology.
294 graduates · 35.03% women
Finance, General.
265 graduates · 35.09% women
Neuroscience.
237 graduates · 59.92% women
Mechanical Engineering.
226 graduates · 11.95% women
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General.
195 graduates · 73.85% women
Business Administration and Management, General.
189 graduates · 40.74% women
Your major at this school
Grad students need housing too
With 9,555 graduate students and only 5,543 total dorm beds, most grad students live off campus.
See Apartments Popular with Grad StudentsWhat's It Like at UTD?
Dallas, TX — city
Student Body
Where Freshmen Come From
From your state to this school
Student Demographics
UTD Photos
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Neighborhoods near UTD
Where students live around University of Texas at Dallas — vibe, walkability, and commute at a glance.
How Does UTD Compare?
Institutional resources and student-faculty ratios
Student-Faculty Ratio
26:1
Peer Institutions
Schools that UTD reports as peers for academic and admissions benchmarking.
Will You Succeed at UTD?
88.00% of freshmen return for sophomore year — 75.00% graduate within 6 years
Graduation Rates
4% above state avg
10% above state avg
6-Year Graduation by Group
UTD Reviews
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23,163 UTD Students Need Off-Campus Housing
With 30,884 students and only 5,543 dorm beds, 75% of UTD students live off campus.
21,329
Undergraduates
9,555
Graduate Students
23,163
Need Off-Campus Housing
Data Sources: U.S. Department of Education IPEDS, National Center for Education Statistics. University Apartments is not affiliated with University of Texas at Dallas.