The University of Texas at Dallas Acceptance Rate &
The University of Texas at Dallas is a public research university in Richardson, Texas, with about 21,751 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 65.13% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $68,227 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $14,644
- 2024 Average Net Price: $18,267 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 65.13% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 21,751 85.9% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 75.69%
- Carnegie Classification: Doctoral Universities: Very High Research Activity
- First-Generation Students: 31.4%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 0.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 2.6% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 75.3%
- Average SAT Score: 1286
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 23,289
- Applicants (IPEDS): 29,366
- Room & Board: $14,430 annual estimate
The University of Texas at Dallas: what the data shows
Common questions about The University of Texas at Dallas, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is The University of Texas at Dallas?
The University of Texas at Dallas is located in Richardson, TX (ZIP 75080-3021).
NCES locale classification: Suburb.
Is The University of Texas at Dallas public or private?
The University of Texas at Dallas is a Public institution.
How much does The University of Texas at Dallas cost?
Published tuition: $14,644 in-state, $40,144 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $18,267.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $12,814 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $13,510 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $14,030 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $19,892 |
| $110,001+ | $26,596 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $58,576.
How hard is it to get into The University of Texas at Dallas?
Admission rate: 65.13%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1286.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is The University of Texas at Dallas?
Total enrollment: 21,751 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 23,289 students.
Graduate enrollment: 8,028 students.
About 86% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at The University of Texas at Dallas?
150%-time completion rate: 75.69%.
First-year retention: 90.0%.
What do graduates of The University of Texas at Dallas earn?
Median earnings: $57,249 six years after entry; $68,227 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $18,000.
29.97% of students receive Pell grants.
What is The University of Texas at Dallas known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Computer and Information Sciences, General (1,456 completions)
- Business Analytics (1,288 completions)
- Information Science/Studies (863 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (586 completions)
- Management Science (370 completions)
- Digital Arts (360 completions)
- Psychology, General (355 completions)
- Accounting (333 completions)
- Information Technology (306 completions)
- Neuroscience (295 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is The University of Texas at Dallas a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 65.13%; completion rate 75.69%; median earnings $68,227 at 10 years; net price $18,267. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$14,644
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at The University of Texas at Dallas was $14,644.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$18,267
2024 Value
In 2024 The University of Texas at Dallas had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $18,267.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$73,068 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$18,267 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$58,576 4-Year In-State Tuition
$160,576 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$14,430 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,200 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$30,274 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$121,096 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for The University of Texas at Dallas.
Financial Aid by Income Level
29.97% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
33.08% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at The University of Texas at Dallas was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for The University of Texas at Dallas in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $10,864 | $26,038 | $11,395 |
| 2014 | $10,864 | $26,894 | $12,050 |
| 2015 | $10,864 | $26,894 | $12,940 |
| 2016 | $11,192 | $28,808 | $13,343 |
| 2017 | $11,528 | $29,656 | $14,763 |
| 2018 | $13,034 | $36,876 | $14,336 |
| 2019 | $13,442 | $38,168 | $15,232 |
| 2020 | $13,992 | $38,970 | $15,526 |
| 2021 | $14,564 | $39,776 | $17,033 |
| 2022 | $14,564 | $39,776 | $16,987 |
| 2023 | $14,564 | $40,064 | $17,435 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
65.13% Acceptance Rate
29,366 Total Applicants
19,224 Students Admitted
4,160 First-Time Students Enrolled
21.64% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1286
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.3 - 3.5
Estimated Median GPA: 3.40
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
The University of Texas at Dallas reported total enrollment of about 21,751 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 56% male and 44% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Asian (42.6%), White (20.6%), and Hispanic or Latino (18.2%). About 29.97% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 31.4% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
85.9% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at The University of Texas at Dallas in 2024 is 21,751 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 23,289 students. Graduate enrollment is about 8,028 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
90.0%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is Asian at 42.6%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
59.49% 100% Completion Time
75.69% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 59.49% of students graduating from The University of Texas at Dallas completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Computer and Information Sciences, General: 76% male / 24% female
- Business Analytics: 58% male / 42% female
- Information Science/Studies: 56% male / 44% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: Asian.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for The University of Texas at Dallas.
Return on Investment
$18,000 Median Student Debt
$68,227 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
26.38% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
833.75% Return on Investment
2.6 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for The University of Texas at Dallas.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 74 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Computer and Information Sciences, General: 1,456 completions
2. Business Analytics: 1,288 completions
3. Information Science/Studies: 863 completions
4. Business Administration and Management, General: 586 completions
5. Management Science: 370 completions
6. Digital Arts: 360 completions
7. Psychology, General: 355 completions
8. Accounting: 333 completions
9. Information Technology: 306 completions
Most popular programs at The University of Texas at Dallas.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for The University of Texas at Dallas graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for The University of Texas at Dallas from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 75.3%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $15,085
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $12,056
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
The University of Texas at Dallas is a public institution located in Richardson, TX, classified as Doctoral Universities: Very High Research Activity. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Computer and Information Sciences, General, Business Analytics, Information Science/Studies. Enrollment is approximately 21,751 students. Student body composition includes Asian (42.6%), White (20.6%), Hispanic or Latino (18.2%). The admission rate is 65.13%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1286. The 150%-time completion rate is 75.69%. Approximately 29.97% of students receive Pell Grants. About 31.4% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Doctoral Universities: Very High Research Activity
Location
Richardson, TX 75080-3021
Region: Southwest
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 74 distinct degree programs, The University of Texas at Dallas provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is The University of Texas at Dallas located?
The University of Texas at Dallas is located in Richardson, TX.
What is The University of Texas at Dallas's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at The University of Texas at Dallas is 65.1% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 29,366 applicants and 19,224 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does The University of Texas at Dallas cost?
Reported tuition is $14,644 and average net price is $18,267 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $14,430 annually.
What is the student body demographics at The University of Texas at Dallas?
The University of Texas at Dallas reports undergraduate enrollment of about 23,289 students, Asian (42.6%), White (20.6%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend The University of Texas at Dallas?
About 31.4% of students at The University of Texas at Dallas are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for The University of Texas at Dallas?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, The University of Texas at Dallas reports midpoint SAT about 1286.
What do graduates of The University of Texas at Dallas earn?
Median earnings are $57,249 six years after entry and $68,227 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at The University of Texas at Dallas?
The 150%-time completion rate is 75.7% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do The University of Texas at Dallas students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $18,000.
Is The University of Texas at Dallas public or private?
The University of Texas at Dallas is a public institution located in Richardson, TX.
Is The University of Texas at Dallas an HBCU?
No. The University of Texas at Dallas is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is The University of Texas at Dallas a tribal college?
No. The University of Texas at Dallas is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Texas college costs
- Texas colleges by ROI
- Richardson, Texas city profile
- Southwest regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Texas
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.