The University of Texas at El Paso is a public 4-year college in El Paso, Texas with 21,005 undergraduates. It admits 100% of applicants, costs an average of $6,803 a year after grants and graduates 51% 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 El Paso acceptance rate and admissions
The University of Texas at El Paso admitted 100% 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 450 to 550, math 410 to 530). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
The University of Texas at El Paso application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Rolling admission | Applications reviewed as they arrive |
Application fee through the Common App: free for U.S. applicants ($65 for international applicants). Confirm dates on The University of Texas at El Paso’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 El Paso tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees, in-state (2025-26) | $9,772 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state (2025-26) | $25,110 |
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $10,996 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $17,245 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $6,803 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $6,803 a year after grants and scholarships, $10,442 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 El Paso's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
The University of Texas at El Paso graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 51% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $54,599 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $16,000 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 29% 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 El Paso majors and what graduates earn
The University of Texas at El Paso awarded bachelor's degrees in 58 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from computer and information sciences ($103,286).
All 58 majors at The University of Texas at El Paso
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer and information sciences | 176 | $71,534 | $103,286 | $16,138 |
| Electrical engineering | 82 | $72,199 | $94,122 | $17,474 |
| Materials engineering | 12 | n/a | $89,131 | n/a |
| Nursing | 392 | $75,043 | $89,077 | $14,777 |
| Mechanical engineering | 154 | $65,020 | $88,393 | $14,252 |
| Industrial engineering | 42 | $55,166 | $82,391 | $10,882 |
| Civil engineering | 87 | $62,525 | $75,882 | $19,151 |
| Medical lab science | 16 | $56,486 | $66,491 | $17,310 |
| Management information systems | 3 | $50,864 | $62,136 | n/a |
| Music | 22 | $59,229 | $60,172 | $17,334 |
| Finance | 105 | $55,245 | $59,668 | $11,000 |
| Communication | 27 | n/a | $58,451 | $15,525 |
| Mathematics | 24 | $58,874 | $57,392 | $20,905 |
| Accounting | 146 | $40,499 | $57,389 | $16,441 |
| Interdisciplinary studies, other | 6 | $53,618 | $56,486 | $19,682 |
| Political science | 60 | $35,120 | $54,069 | $16,850 |
| Social work | 45 | $38,514 | $53,995 | $14,500 |
| Microbiological Sciences and Immunology | 23 | n/a | $53,992 | n/a |
| Geology and earth sciences | 7 | n/a | $52,098 | n/a |
| Business administration | 126 | $44,057 | $51,506 | $17,257 |
| Biochemistry and molecular biology | 32 | $24,411 | $51,356 | $19,567 |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | 174 | $29,912 | $51,063 | $16,000 |
| History | 50 | $40,731 | $50,510 | $16,375 |
| Public relations and advertising | 76 | $38,172 | $49,558 | $20,500 |
| Biology | 252 | $27,269 | $49,396 | $13,760 |
| Marketing | 102 | $33,653 | $49,068 | $13,219 |
| Business | 7 | $35,971 | $48,065 | n/a |
| Criminal justice | 313 | $37,036 | $47,681 | $15,500 |
| Romance languages | 9 | n/a | $47,152 | n/a |
| English | 43 | $42,977 | $45,184 | $21,462 |
| Public health | 40 | $30,303 | $44,665 | $23,500 |
| Security Science and Technology | 45 | $30,722 | $42,459 | $17,397 |
| Psychology | 301 | $32,667 | $42,190 | $13,764 |
| Linguistics | 22 | $23,338 | $39,907 | $16,850 |
| Fine and studio arts | 74 | $27,149 | $36,854 | $19,333 |
| Radio, TV and digital media | 76 | $29,120 | $36,373 | $13,000 |
| Sociology | 13 | n/a | $35,325 | n/a |
| Education | 273 | n/a | n/a | $18,750 |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General | 191 | $42,320 | n/a | $19,896 |
| Physical and occupational therapy | 95 | $26,786 | n/a | $16,250 |
| Ecology and evolutionary biology | 37 | n/a | n/a | $18,250 |
| International business | 32 | $41,414 | n/a | $12,125 |
| Neuroscience | 29 | n/a | n/a | $13,514 |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies | 26 | n/a | n/a | $10,097 |
| Business/Managerial Economics | 24 | $39,266 | n/a | $17,250 |
| Arts management | 20 | $28,211 | n/a | $14,745 |
| Physics | 17 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Environmental science | 16 | $33,415 | n/a | n/a |
| Engineering, general | 16 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Chemistry | 16 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| International relations | 15 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies | 12 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Construction Engineering | 12 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Theater | 11 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Dance | 9 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Philosophy | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Anthropology | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Aerospace engineering | 5 | 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 The University of Texas at El Paso
86 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 86 graduate programs
Students and location
- 21,005 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 55% women, 45% men
- 21 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 The University of Texas at El Paso?
The University of Texas at El Paso admitted 100% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does The University of Texas at El Paso cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $9,772 for in-state students and $25,110 for out-of-state students. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $6,803 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for The University of Texas at El Paso?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 450 to 550 in reading and writing and 410 to 530 in math, and 17 to 22 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is The University of Texas at El Paso test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, The University of Texas at El Paso 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 El Paso?
51% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do The University of Texas at El Paso graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $54,599 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.