UT Dallas Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 65.13%. Moderately selective, indicating a less competitive admission process.
- SAT Average: 1280. Above average SAT scores, indicating competitive applicants.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $14,644
- Out-of-State Tuition: $40,144
- In-state tuition is affordable, while out-of-state tuition is higher, as is typical for public institutions.
Student Population at UT Dallas:
- Total Enrollment: 29,886, including 887 online students
- 21,858 Undergraduate, 8,028 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 56.5% men, 43.5% women.
- This is a large institution, providing extensive academic options and vibrant campus life.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 76%. High graduation rate, indicating strong student support and academic success.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 15%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 90%. Excellent retention, indicating students are satisfied and supported.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 181 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 3 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 93 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
UT Dallas Overview
The University of Texas at Dallas (UT Dallas) is a four-year, public school located in Richardson, TX. It is classified as Research University with very high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R1 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R1 University comparison page.
The UT Dallas's tuition & fees is $14,644 for Texas residents and $40,144 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 62% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $12,626.
The school has a total enrollment of 29,886 and the students to faculty ratio is 23 to 1 (4.35%).
UT Dallas's acceptance rate is 65.13% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 20.27%. The median SAT score is 1280 and the ACT score is 28.
UT Dallas ranked 229th in National Universities and 26th in Texas Colleges rankings. The University of Texas at Dallas is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of The University of Texas at Dallas is $14,644 for in-state students and $40,144 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $15,168 for in-state students and $29,548 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $14,724 for Texas residents and $40,224 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $15,248 for Texas residents and $29,628 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|
| Undergraduate | $14,644 | $40,144 |
|---|
| Graduate | $15,168 | $29,548 |
|---|
| In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|
| Undergraduate | $14,724 | $40,224 |
|---|
| Graduate | $15,248 | $29,628 |
|---|
The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
The University of Texas at Dallas offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at UT Dallas
| Learning Opportunities |
|---|
| ROTC | Army, Air Force |
|---|
| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
|---|
| Teacher Certification | Yes |
|---|
| Study Abroad | Yes |
|---|
| On-Campus Services |
|---|
| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
|---|
| Employment services for students | Yes |
|---|
| Placement services for completers | Yes |
|---|
| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
|---|
The University of Texas at Dallas Directory Information
Tools for analyzing and comparing UT Dallas