2025 Most Expensive Texas Public Colleges

In 2025, the average tuition and fees at 36 four-year public Texas colleges is $22,986, reflecting a 2.06% increase compared to the previous year.Among the 36 institutions analyzed, tuition rose at 15 colleges, while tuition decreased at 17 colleges.

The University of Texas at Austin ranks as the most expensive public Texas colleges, with tuition and fees reaching $44,908. Known for its prestigious academic programs and strong reputation, The University of Texas at Austin remains a top choice for students seeking a premium education experience.

Close behind are The University of Texas at Dallas at$40,144 and Texas A&M University-College Station at$40,124 both consistently recognized among the Texas Public Colleges with the Highest Tuition & Fees, offering high-quality academic programs and resources.

At these High-Cost Texas Public Colleges, the average acceptance rate is 72.98%, and the average SAT score is 1,143, making them not only cost-effective but also accessible options for a wide range of students.

Comparison between Texas Public Colleges With The Highest Tuition & Fees

Table. Texas Public Colleges With The Highest Tuition & Fees Comparison
School NameUndergraduate Tuition & FeesGraduate Tuition & FeesAcceptance RateTotal PopulationSAT ScoreGraduation RateStudents to Faculty Ratio
1
-		The University of Texas at Austin Austin, TXPublic, 4-year $44,908
($11,688)
$2,130		$22,954
($12,006)
-		26.64%53,8641,39089.00%18 to 1
2
1		The University of Texas at Dallas Richardson, TXPublic, 4-year $40,144
($14,644)
$80		$29,548
($15,168)
$80		65.13%29,8861,28076.00%23 to 1
3
1		Texas A&M University-College Station College Station, TXPublic, 4-year $40,124
($12,995)
$204		$24,505
($11,748)
$415		57.43%78,3211,27084.00%20 to 1
4Texas A & M University Health Science Center Bryan, TXPublic, 4-year $33,705
($11,597)		-
(-)		-----
5
1		The University of Texas at Arlington Arlington, TXPublic, 4-year $29,582
($11,950)
$77		$26,073
($11,249)
$728		79.90%44,9561,12054.00%23 to 1
6
1		Prairie View A & M University Prairie View, TXPublic, 4-year $26,874
($11,299)
-		$17,378
($7,993)
-		79.31%9,92297043.00%17 to 1
7
1		Texas A&M University-Kingsville Kingsville, TXPublic, 4-year $25,746
($9,892)
$360		$14,560
($6,157)
-		90.92%6,8641,05042.00%18 to 1
8
1		The University of Texas at El Paso El Paso, TXPublic, 4-year $25,502
($9,544)
$10		$16,621
($7,166)
-		99.92%25,03996050.00%21 to 1
9
11		Texas A&M University-Texarkana Texarkana, TXPublic, 4-year $24,680
($8,349)
$3,733		$15,492
($6,036)
$160		63.54%2,412-30.00%14 to 1
10
2		The University of Texas at Tyler Tyler, TXPublic, 4-year $24,512
($9,512)
$240		$17,264
($8,480)
$144		94.02%10,3621,10054.00%17 to 1
Average$31,578
($11,147)		$20,488
($9,556)		72.98%29,0701,14358.00%19 to 1