About The University of Texas at Dallas

Founded in 1969, The University of Texas at Dallas. is a Public college. Located in Texas, which is a city setting in Texas, the campus itself is Urban. The campus is home to 17,350 full time undergraduate students, and 9,443 full time graduate students.

The The University of Texas at Dallas Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 24:1. There are 845 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at The University of Texas at Dallas include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate67%
Application Deadline
Application Fee50
SAT Range1140-1380
ACT Range25-31

Admissions at UTD are considered Selective, with ,54% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 25 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

94% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 75% were in the top quarter, and 39% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.

STUDENT LIFE Reviews

We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at The University of Texas at Dallas.

6%
“We”re apathetic”
39%
“We know about current events and vote”
49%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
6%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
8%
“We save it for the classroom”
17%
“Sometimes, but not often”
48%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
26%
“All the time, including weekends”
1%
“I”m always terrified”
2%
“I only go out in groups”
18%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
78%
“I feel extremely safe”
20%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
57%
“We bought the gear”
23%
“We live for the big game”
16%
“It”s not really our thing”
23%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
43%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
18%
“We”re a very artistic group”
4%
“Haven”t met them”
6%
“Available in class”
50%
“They keep regular office hours”
40%
“They”re always available”
6%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
49%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
41%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
5%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
15%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
61%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
21%
“We only party on weekends”
4%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
30%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
59%
“There might be people who do”
12%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
6%
“We”re apathetic”
39%
“We know about current events and vote”
49%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
6%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
8%
“We save it for the classroom”
17%
“Sometimes, but not often”
48%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
26%
“All the time, including weekends”
1%
“I”m always terrified”
2%
“I only go out in groups”
18%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
78%
“I feel extremely safe”
20%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
57%
“We bought the gear”
23%
“We live for the big game”
16%
“It”s not really our thing”
23%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
43%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
18%
“We”re a very artistic group”
4%
“Haven”t met them”
6%
“Available in class”
50%
“They keep regular office hours”
40%
“They”re always available”
6%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
49%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
41%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
5%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
15%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
61%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
21%
“We only party on weekends”
4%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
30%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
59%
“There might be people who do”
12%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    207 Students rated on-campus housing 3.5 stars. 18 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    158 Students rated off-campus housing 3.6 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    232 Students rated campus food 3.3 stars. 16 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    241 Students rated campus facilities 4.2 stars. 45 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    241 Students rated class size 4.1 stars. 34 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    239 Students rated school activities 3.5 stars. 23 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    239 Students rated local services 4.1 stars. 44 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    242 Students rated academics 4.4 stars. 59 % gave the school a 5.0.

The University of Texas at Dallas REVIEWS

What's your overall opinion of The University of Texas at Dallas?

144 Students rated The University of Texas at Dallas

Dylan - 10/24/2024

It is a good school with a lot of opportunities to meet people. The food is quite diverse and if you do not want to eat at the dining hall, you could go to some of the other establishments like Chick-fil-A, Papa John, or even Taco Bell, we even have our own Starbucks.

Ishani - 07/17/2024

The University of Texas at Dallas (UT Dallas) is highly regarded for its strong academic programs, particularly in science, engineering, business, and technology fields. As a research-focused institution, UT Dallas offers students valuable opportunities for hands-on learning and collaboration with faculty on innovative projects. The campus itself is known for its modern facilities and vibrant student life, with numerous clubs, organizations, and cultural events enriching the student experience. Overall, UT Dallas provides a supportive environment for academic growth and professional development, making it a solid choice for students pursuing diverse career paths in a dynamic academic setting.

Lillia - 06/04/2024

Great! I visited twice, and those visits helped me make the decision to pick them as my prospective school. Now that I've been accepted, I like everything that I see, especially for my major, and also appreciate the relatively inexpensive tuition there.

Ariana - 04/13/2024

UT Dallas is an impressive institution, particularly known for its strong STEM focus. The university’s dedication to research and innovation is evident in its state of the art facilities and extensive resources available to students. The campus culture is collaborative and forward-thinking, with a diverse student body that brings a wealth of perspectives to the learning environment. Continuing, the faculty at UTD are not only knowledgeable but also actively engaged in their fields, often bringing real world experience to the classroom. UTD also offers a myriad of extracurricular activities and organizations, which allow students to explore interests outside of their academic pursuits.

The University of Texas at Dallas FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at The University of Texas at Dallas?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for The University of Texas at Dallas is 67%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020 , _____ students were offered admission. The number of males who applied was _____ vs the number of females which was _____.

  2. What should every freshman at your school know before they start?

    Great foundation for my future.

    Read all 143 answers

  3. Describe the students at your school.

    My classmates are from a variety of backrounds as UT Dallas is known for its international program, so many cultures are represented in every class that I take.

    Read all 87 answers

  4. What is your overall opinion of this school?

    It's a very good school to study.

    Read all 65 answers

  5. What are the academics like at your school?

    They are very humorous and knowledgeable.

    Read all 56 answers

  6. Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

    We're very oriented on the sciences, math, and engineering. Our science professors are very open to research ideas and allowing us research experience without pre requisites and as novices.

    Read all 49 answers

  7. What is the stereotype of students at your school?

    its a good school with great teachers there. Shawn Alborz, best prof ever!

    Read all 44 answers

  8. What are the most popular student activities/groups?

    If a student really wants to get involved with their school, they can join SUAAB which pretty much puts on a lot of the hang out activites at school. If you want to change something about UTD, then joining the Studnet Government organization is the club for you. It also looks great when putting it on the resume. At first I did not meet many people here at UTD but that was because I did not live on campus and had to commute from 30 minutes away. But the years after, I met a lot of different people in all my classes and I still study and hang out with them.

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  9. Is the stereotype of students at your school accurate?

    No, you bump into a lot of different kinds of people at UTD and there are so many activities on campus at all times tht you never can get bored.

    Read all 39 answers

  10. What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?

    The worst part of the school is that it is located in suburbia instead of a busy urban setting, so there is not much to do around campus.

    Read all 34 answers

  11. What's unique about your campus?

    I think the fact that it's a small campus where it's easy to get to know people is really great. We don't have a football team, so we tend to be really competitive academically, which is also something great about UTD.

    Read all 28 answers

  12. What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?

    It's more science/math based than child psychology based. :)

    Read all 27 answers

  13. Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.

    There are a variety of people that attend our campus, from people that just entered the US from another country to baby boomers, as well as the typical college students you could find in any other school.

    Read all 26 answers

  14. What kind of person should attend this school?

    Nerdy, geeky, poor social skills

    Read all 26 answers

  15. What's the most frustrating thing about your school?

    Traffic to get school frustrates me. If there is traffic, i will be late to get a parking spot. Being late means spending more time searching for a place to park and then, since a place to park will be far away, it will take me longer to walk all the way to the classroom.

    Read all 21 answers

  16. What kind of person should not attend this school?

    Students who like the feel of the big football schools should avoid UTDallas because it doesnt have a football team.

    Read all 17 answers

  17. Describe your favorite campus traditions.

    UTD is a very rigrious and demanding institution, but the Professors are top notch and truly care about their fields. For some of my Professors, their enthusiasm is infectious, and you get the sense that they really want you to learn about the subject.

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  18. What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?

    I brag mostly about my attendence and my love for math.

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  19. What is the stereotype of students at your school? Is this stereotype accurate?

    I don't know exactly what you mean. But students in my school are all very kind and passionate.

    Read all 7 answers

  20. Why did you decide to go to this school?

    Like many students at UTD will tell you, I came here because of the scholarship.

    Read all 1 answers

Student Body

Students

43%

female

57%

male

17,350

Total Undergrad Enrollment

9,443

Total Grad Students

4%

Out-Of-State

93%

In-State

3%

International

Organizations

147

Student Organizations

9

Fraternities

7

Sororities

Housing

Yes

On-Campus Housing

27%

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
N/A
% Asian/Pacific Islander
29%
% Black or African-American
6%
% Hispanic/Latino
18%
% White or Caucasian
36%

TUITION & AID

All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA. Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.

77% of students attending The University of Texas at Dallas receive some sort of financial aid. 26% were awarded federal grants. While 28% received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

$28,808

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$1,200

Books and Supplies

$10,668

Room and Board

40,676

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$9,042
$30 - $48K
$10,262
$48 - $75K
$13,151
$75 - $110K
$16,692
$110K & UP
$20,104

We use student reviews and the most current publicly available data on our school pages. As such, we don't typically remove or edit college information. Sources for school statistics and data include the U.S. Department of Education's National Center for Education Statistics and the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System. Portions of college data include copyrighted material, which is reproduced on this website by permission of Wintergreen Orchard House, a division of Carnegie Communications. © 2009-2016 by Wintergreen Orchard House. All rights reserved.

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