University of Dallas is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Irving, Texas with 1,403 undergraduates. It admits 53% of applicants, costs an average of $68,064 a year after grants and graduates 67% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
University of Dallas acceptance rate and admissions
University of Dallas admitted 53% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 580 to 700, math 540 to 670). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
University of Dallas application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early action | Nov 1, 2026 (passed) |
| Early action II | Dec 1, 2026 |
| Regular decision | Mar 1, 2027 |
Next deadline: Early action II, Dec 1, 2026. Application fee through the Common App: $50 for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on University of Dallas’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
University of Dallas tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $56,630 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $15,540 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $71,737 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $68,064 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $68,064 a year after grants and scholarships, $3,673 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run University of Dallas's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
University of Dallas graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 67% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $64,930 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $22,250 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 34% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
University of Dallas majors and what graduates earn
University of Dallas awarded bachelor's degrees in 23 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from economics ($78,699).
All 23 majors at University of Dallas
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Economics | 14 | n/a | $78,699 | n/a |
| Business administration | 61 | $54,093 | $70,039 | $21,500 |
| Political science | 25 | $45,803 | $61,484 | $21,309 |
| Biology | 35 | $34,424 | $53,322 | $22,500 |
| English | 37 | $33,093 | $50,113 | $24,188 |
| Divinity and ministry | 16 | $40,129 | $49,564 | n/a |
| History | 13 | n/a | $45,559 | n/a |
| Psychology | 29 | $29,350 | n/a | $26,000 |
| Philosophy | 14 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by grade level | 10 | $54,511 | n/a | n/a |
| Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Fine and studio arts | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Computer science | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Biochemistry and molecular biology | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Romance languages | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Physics | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Mathematics | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Germanic Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Chemistry | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Theater | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Linguistics | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Pastoral ministry | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Interdisciplinary studies, other | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at University of Dallas
21 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 21 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business administration | Master's | 94 | $94,322 | $55,980 |
| IT and network administration | Master's | 44 | $91,374 | $51,250 |
| Liberal arts and general studies | Master's | 42 | $58,805 | n/a |
| Business analytics and operations research | Master's | 35 | $89,232 | n/a |
| Accounting | Master's | 15 | $78,475 | n/a |
| Business administration | Doctoral | 11 | n/a | n/a |
| English | Master's | 10 | n/a | n/a |
| Philosophy | Master's | 9 | n/a | n/a |
| Divinity and ministry | Master's | 8 | n/a | n/a |
| Education | Master's | 6 | n/a | n/a |
| Finance | Master's | 6 | $78,640 | n/a |
| Applied mathematics | Master's | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| Political science | Master's | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| English | Doctoral | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Political science | Doctoral | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Fine and studio arts | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Philosophy | Doctoral | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Religious Education | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Pastoral ministry | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Psychology | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 1,403 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 53% women, 47% men
- 11 students for every faculty member
- Setting: large city
- Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at University of Dallas?
University of Dallas admitted 53% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does University of Dallas cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $56,630. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $68,064 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for University of Dallas?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 580 to 700 in reading and writing and 540 to 670 in math, and 22 to 29 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is University of Dallas test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, University of Dallas reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at University of Dallas?
67% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do University of Dallas graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $64,930 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.