Overview
Enrollment
Texas Woman's University, established in 1901, is a public institution with its main campus located in Denton, Texas, a city within the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area. Historically a university for women, it became coeducational in 1972 and maintains a focus on providing liberal arts and professional education. The university is characterized by its diverse range of undergraduate and graduate programs, with notable emphasis on the health sciences, nursing, and education. The campus encompasses a blend of modern and traditional architecture, providing residential facilities for students who opt for on-campus living. Texas Woman's University is recognized for its non-competitive application process, welcoming a broad array of students each year. While not primarily known for athletics, the school does compete in a variety of sports under the team name Pioneers.
In the most recent statistical year 7,286 prospective students applied, and 6,822 were granted admission. Of those admitted 1,343 enrolled in the school. 8,813 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 7,145 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $5,616 plus fees of $2,695. Texas Woman's University is ranked 863 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
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Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Texas Woman's University is rated within the lower 36% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 4 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Texas Woman's University within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#863 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#332 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#39 in Best Colleges in Texas
#16 in Best Public Colleges in Texas
#136 in Best Value Colleges in Texas
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 930/1140 |
| ACT | 17/23 |
| GPA | 3.24 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $50 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Texas Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,050 |
| Other Fees | $2,695 |
| Room and Board | $10,368 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,168 |
| Total One Year Cost | $22,897 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,050 |
| Other Fees | $2,695 |
| Room and Board | $10,368 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,168 |
| Total One Year Cost | $32,689 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Health Professions | 34% |
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 13% |
| General Studies | 12% |
| Business | 7% |
| Work and Family Studies | 5% |
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Questions and Answers
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=229179 IPEDS survey data for Texas Woman's University.
Current students may use the Texas Woman's University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024