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The University of Texas at Dallas

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About The University of Texas at Dallas

The University of Texas at Dallas (UTD or UT Dallas) is a public research university in Richardson, Texas, United States. It is the northernmost institution of the University of Texas System. It was initially founded in 1961 as a private research arm of Texas Instruments. The university is classified among "R1: Doctoral Universities – Very high research activity". It is associated with four Nobel Prizes and has members of the National Academy of Sciences and National Academy of Engineering on its faculty with research projects including the areas of Space Science, Bioengineering, Cybersecurity, Nanotechnology, and Behavioral and Brain Sciences. UT Dallas offers more than 140 academic programs across its seven schools and hosts more than 50 research centers and institutes. While the main campus is officially under the city jurisdiction of Richardson, one-third of it is within the borders of Dallas County. UTD also operates several locations in downtown Dallas – this includes the Crow Museum of Asian Art in the Arts District as well as multiple buildings in the Medical District next to UT Southwestern: the Center for BrainHealth, the Center for Vital Longevity, and the Callier Center

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65%

Acceptance

$18,267

Net price

21,751

Enrollment

76%

Grad rate

Report Card

A-

Academics

Graduation & retention rates

A-

Value

Earnings vs. cost of attendance

A-

Career Outcomes

Graduate earnings after 10 years

B+

Affordability

Average net price after aid

C+

Selectivity

How hard it is to get in

A

Diversity

Racial & ethnic balance of students

Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).

Admissions

65%

Acceptance rate

1,286

SAT average

ACT midpoint

SAT Reading580690
SAT Math580720
ACT Composite2432

Bars show the middle 50% (25th–75th percentile) of admitted students.

Cost & Financial Aid

$18,267

Average net price

$14,644

In-state tuition

$40,144

Out-of-state tuition

$14,430

Room & board

$1,200

Books & supplies

$29,807

Total cost of attendance

30%

Students receiving Pell grants

33%

Students with federal loans

$18,000

Median student debt

Average net price by family income

$0–30K
$12,814
$30–48K
$13,510
$48–75K
$14,030
$75–110K
$19,892
$110K+
$26,596

Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.

Popular Majors

After Graduation

$68,227

Median earnings (10 yrs)

$57,249

Median earnings (6 yrs)

76%

Graduation rate

90%

Retention rate

85%

Earn more than a HS grad

$12,056

Instructional spend / student

Student Body

21,751

Total enrollment

14%

Part-time

22

Avg. age at entry

31%

First-generation

Gender balance

44% women
56% men

Race & ethnicity

Asian
43%
White
21%
Hispanic
18%
Black
6%
Two or more races
4%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0%

The University of Texas at Dallas FAQ

Is The University of Texas at Dallas a public or private school?

The University of Texas at Dallas is a public institution located in Richardson, TX.

What is the acceptance rate at The University of Texas at Dallas?

The University of Texas at Dallas has an acceptance rate of 65%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

How much does The University of Texas at Dallas cost?

The average annual net price at The University of Texas at Dallas is $18,267 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $14,644 in-state and $40,144 out-of-state.

What is the graduation rate at The University of Texas at Dallas?

About 76% of students at The University of Texas at Dallas complete their degree, according to federal completion data.

How much do The University of Texas at Dallas graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, The University of Texas at Dallas students earn a median of $68,227 per year.

What SAT or ACT scores do you need for The University of Texas at Dallas?

Admitted students at The University of Texas at Dallas have an average SAT score of 1,286. Requirements vary, so check the school's admissions office for the latest.

How many students attend The University of Texas at Dallas?

The University of Texas at Dallas enrolls about 21,751 students.

Campus

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