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The University of Texas at Dallas

Type 4 year, Public
Campus locale City: Midsize
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Large
Common app member Yes
Dormitory capacity 5,543
Student to faculty ratio 26 to 1
Acceptance rate 87%
Students retention rate 88%
On-time graduation rate 72%

Located in Richardson, Texas, UT Dallas is a public, institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

The acceptance rate of 87% indicates that UT Dallas is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

The University of Texas at Dallas is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

UT Dallas boasts an impressive student retention rate of 88% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 68% and 72%, respectively.


  • Accredited by: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
  • The institution provides on-campus housing

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

87.2%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$14,564

Cost of attendance at The University of Texas at Dallas in 2022 for students from Texas.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Texas's average $7,907
National average $8,573

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$39,776

Cost of attendance at The University of Texas at Dallas in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Texas's average $17,011
National average $18,862

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 66 of freshman students at The University of Texas at Dallas received on average $15,140 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$15,140
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 791 24% $5,104 $4,037,631
Other Federal Grant 791 24% $5,239 $4,143,931
State Grant/Scholarships 1,027 31% $9,972 $10,241,158
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 2,044 61% $9,169 $18,741,505
Total Grant & Scholarships 2,188 66% $15,140 $33,126,594

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of The University of Texas at Dallas students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of The University of Texas at Dallas students is 71.7%. Female students graduated at a rate of 77.8%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 67.3%.

71.7%

  • asian 80.1% 781 students
  • African American 65.1% 69 students
  • white 67.2% 605 students
  • unknown 75.0% 42 students
  • hawaiian 100.0% 5 students
  • hispanic 66.5% 280 students
  • International Students 45.4% 35 students
  • Mixed Race 76.1% 86 students

Sport Conferences

  • Baseball American Southwest Conference
  • Basketball American Southwest Conference
  • Track and Cross Country American Southwest Conference

Athletic Associations

  • NCAA
    National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

The University of Texas at Dallas provides the following additional services to its students
  • On-campus day care for students' children
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

The University of Texas at Dallas offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Study abroad
  • Teacher certification
  • ROTC - Army
  • ROTC - Air Force

Veteran Services

  • Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Recognized student veteran organization
  • Credit for military training