University of Dallas Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
University of Dallas is a private research university in Irving, Texas, enrolling about 1,403 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 53.44% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $58,285 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $53,930
- 2024 Average Net Price: $22,610 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 53.44% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,403 98.7% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 73.07%
- Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs
- First-Generation Students: 16.5%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 6.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 13.8% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 59.5%
- Average SAT Score: 1227
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 1,584
- Applicants (IPEDS): 4,179
- Room & Board: $15,010 annual estimate
University of Dallas: what the data shows
Common questions about University of Dallas, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is University of Dallas?
University of Dallas is located in Irving, TX (ZIP 75062-4736).
NCES locale classification: City.
Is University of Dallas public or private?
University of Dallas is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does University of Dallas cost?
Published tuition: $53,930.
Average net price after aid: $22,610.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $12,711 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $15,431 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $17,075 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $20,384 |
| $110,001+ | $32,608 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $215,720.
How hard is it to get into University of Dallas?
Admission rate: 53.44%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1227 and midpoint ACT 28.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is University of Dallas?
Total enrollment: 1,403 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 1,584 students.
Graduate enrollment: 634 students.
About 99% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at University of Dallas?
150%-time completion rate: 73.07%.
First-year retention: 77.2%.
What do graduates of University of Dallas earn?
Median earnings: $45,950 six years after entry; $58,285 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $23,117.
25.93% of students receive Pell grants.
What is University of Dallas known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Business Administration and Management, General (166 completions)
- English Language and Literature, General (50 completions)
- Humanities/Humanistic Studies (42 completions)
- Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance (40 completions)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General (35 completions)
- Management Science (35 completions)
- Political Science and Government, General (32 completions)
- Psychology, General (29 completions)
- Philosophy (24 completions)
- Theology/Theological Studies (17 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is University of Dallas a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 53.44%; completion rate 73.07%; median earnings $58,285 at 10 years; net price $22,610. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$53,930
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at University of Dallas was $53,930.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$22,610
2024 Value
In 2024 University of Dallas had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $22,610.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$90,440 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$22,610 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$215,720 4-Year Tuition
$15,010 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,000 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$69,940 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$279,760 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for University of Dallas.
Financial Aid by Income Level
25.93% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
43.73% 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 University of 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 University of 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 | $33,110 | $33,110 | $25,158 |
| 2014 | $34,430 | $34,430 | $25,093 |
| 2015 | $35,800 | $35,800 | $25,366 |
| 2016 | $37,230 | $37,230 | $22,632 |
| 2017 | $38,716 | $38,716 | $23,663 |
| 2018 | $40,652 | $40,652 | $22,209 |
| 2019 | $42,680 | $42,680 | $21,655 |
| 2020 | $45,160 | $45,160 | $22,162 |
| 2021 | $46,864 | $46,864 | $20,636 |
| 2022 | $48,000 | $48,000 | $22,381 |
| 2023 | $50,880 | $50,880 | $25,470 |
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
53.44% Acceptance Rate
4,179 Total Applicants
2,265 Students Admitted
348 First-Time Students Enrolled
15.36% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution is selective, accepting about half of all applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1227
ACT Average: 28
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
University of Dallas reported total enrollment of about 1,403 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 47% male and 53% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (53.8%), Hispanic or Latino (29.3%), and Asian (7.8%). About 25.93% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 16.5% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
98.7% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at University of Dallas in 2024 is 1,403 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 1,584 students. Graduate enrollment is about 634 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
77.2%
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 White at 53.8%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
66.93% 100% Completion Time
73.07% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 66.93% of students graduating from University of Dallas completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Business Administration and Management, General: 59% male / 41% female
- English Language and Literature, General: 26% male / 74% female
- Humanities/Humanistic Studies: 33% male / 67% 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: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for University of Dallas.
Return on Investment
$23,117 Median Student Debt
$58,285 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
39.66% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
544.46% Return on Investment
4.0 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for University of Dallas.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 40 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Business Administration and Management, General: 166 completions
2. English Language and Literature, General: 50 completions
3. Humanities/Humanistic Studies: 42 completions
4. Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance: 40 completions
5. Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 35 completions
6. Management Science: 35 completions
7. Political Science and Government, General: 32 completions
8. Psychology, General: 29 completions
9. Philosophy: 24 completions
Most popular programs at University of Dallas.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for University of Dallas graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for University of Dallas from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 59.5%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $8,867
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $12,940
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
University of Dallas is a private non-profit institution located in Irving, TX, classified as Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Business Administration and Management, General, English Language and Literature, General, Humanities/Humanistic Studies. Enrollment is approximately 1,403 students. Student body composition includes White (53.8%), Hispanic or Latino (29.3%), Asian (7.8%). The admission rate is 53.44%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1227. The 150%-time completion rate is 73.07%. Approximately 25.93% of students receive Pell Grants. About 16.5% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs
Location
Irving, TX 75062-4736
Region: Southwest
Insights and Analysis
University of Dallas provides educational opportunities for students seeking higher education. Prospective students should carefully evaluate all factors including costs, outcomes, and program offerings when making their enrollment decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is University of Dallas located?
University of Dallas is located in Irving, TX.
What is University of Dallas's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at University of Dallas is 53.4% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 4,179 applicants and 2,265 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does University of Dallas cost?
Reported tuition is $53,930 and average net price is $22,610 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $15,010 annually.
What is the student body demographics at University of Dallas?
University of Dallas reports undergraduate enrollment of about 1,584 students, White (53.8%), Hispanic or Latino (29.3%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend University of Dallas?
About 16.5% of students at University of Dallas are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for University of Dallas?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, University of Dallas reports midpoint SAT about 1227 and midpoint ACT about 28.
What do graduates of University of Dallas earn?
Median earnings are $45,950 six years after entry and $58,285 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at University of Dallas?
The 150%-time completion rate is 73.1% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do University of Dallas students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $23,117.
Is University of Dallas public or private?
University of Dallas is a private nonprofit institution located in Irving, TX.
Is University of Dallas an HBCU?
No. University of Dallas is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is University of Dallas a tribal college?
No. University of 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
- Irving, 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.