The University of Texas at Dallas is a public 4-year college in Richardson, Texas with 21,751 undergraduates. It admits 65% of applicants, costs an average of $15,271 a year after grants and graduates 79% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
The University of Texas at Dallas acceptance rate and admissions
The University of Texas at Dallas admitted 65% 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 690, math 580 to 720). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
The University of Texas at Dallas application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Rolling admission | Applications reviewed as they arrive |
Application fee through the Common App: $75 for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on The University of Texas at 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.
The University of Texas at Dallas tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees, in-state (2025-26) | $14,664 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state (2025-26) | $40,164 |
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $15,125 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $29,648 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $15,271 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $15,271 a year after grants and scholarships, $14,377 less than the full cost of attendance. This figure covers in-state students.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students paying in-state tuition, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run The University of Texas at Dallas's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
The University of Texas at Dallas graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 79% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $74,762 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $17,567 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 23% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
The University of Texas at Dallas majors and what graduates earn
The University of Texas at Dallas awarded bachelor's degrees in 43 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from computer engineering ($112,666).
All 43 majors at The University of Texas at Dallas
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer engineering | 201 | $88,685 | $112,666 | $20,187 |
| Electrical engineering | 118 | $84,786 | $104,448 | $19,500 |
| Computer and information sciences | 1,218 | $79,423 | $103,603 | $18,000 |
| Mechanical engineering | 162 | $71,906 | $90,102 | $22,250 |
| Biomedical engineering | 80 | $73,897 | $87,420 | $22,000 |
| Finance | 254 | $66,810 | $86,484 | $15,678 |
| Business analytics and operations research | 70 | $63,459 | $85,717 | $19,947 |
| Accounting | 195 | $62,823 | $82,629 | $18,000 |
| Economics | 48 | $58,181 | $75,479 | $15,000 |
| Marketing | 163 | $59,073 | $73,732 | $14,000 |
| Mathematics | 47 | $51,641 | $69,383 | $21,759 |
| International business | 41 | $60,566 | $69,370 | $15,750 |
| Human resources | 40 | $54,489 | $66,719 | $17,062 |
| Public Policy Analysis | 21 | n/a | $66,209 | n/a |
| Political science | 67 | $42,696 | $65,869 | $18,750 |
| Health professions, general | 193 | $29,929 | $65,617 | $16,156 |
| Chemistry | 33 | n/a | $63,472 | $22,500 |
| History | 26 | $41,333 | $61,321 | $19,000 |
| Health administration | 101 | $51,580 | $60,602 | $16,625 |
| Neuroscience | 193 | $29,848 | $59,498 | $16,751 |
| Geology and earth sciences | 12 | n/a | $58,840 | n/a |
| Biology | 290 | $32,959 | $58,540 | $16,625 |
| Interdisciplinary studies, other | 78 | $47,439 | $57,864 | $16,475 |
| Public administration | 11 | n/a | $55,467 | n/a |
| Linguistics | 40 | $35,303 | $54,985 | $20,415 |
| Radio, TV and digital media | 2 | n/a | $53,828 | n/a |
| Criminology | 68 | $47,007 | $52,244 | $16,501 |
| Psychology | 355 | $36,800 | $51,459 | $15,750 |
| Biochemistry and molecular biology | 73 | $37,521 | $50,432 | $13,500 |
| Research and experimental psychology | 92 | $38,149 | $50,248 | $17,750 |
| Speech-language pathology | 75 | $35,791 | $49,834 | $14,196 |
| Sociology | 10 | n/a | $46,551 | n/a |
| Art and design, general | 368 | $33,812 | $37,825 | $20,500 |
| Business administration | 204 | $55,152 | n/a | $16,750 |
| Cognitive Science | 35 | $61,541 | n/a | n/a |
| Data science | 35 | n/a | n/a | $19,681 |
| Data analytics | 24 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Physics | 20 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Philosophy | 11 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Education | 9 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Geography | 9 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Area Studies | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Statistics | 0 | $88,587 | 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 The University of Texas at Dallas
72 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 72 graduate programs
Students and location
- 21,751 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 44% women, 56% men
- 23 students for every faculty member
- Setting: midsize city
- Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at The University of Texas at Dallas?
The University of Texas at Dallas admitted 65% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does The University of Texas at Dallas cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $14,664 for in-state students and $40,164 for out-of-state students. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $15,271 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for The University of Texas at Dallas?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 580 to 690 in reading and writing and 580 to 720 in math, and 24 to 32 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is The University of Texas at Dallas test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, The University of Texas at Dallas reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at The University of Texas at Dallas?
79% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do The University of Texas at Dallas graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $74,762 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.