The University of Texas at Arlington

  • 5/10 Overall Rating
  • 4 Year
  • Arlington, TX
  • 4.7 3 reviews
#8 Best Public Universities in Texas

Overview

Total enrollment

44,956
The University of Texas at Arlington overview
The University of Texas at Arlington overview
  • Size Large
  • Status Non-profit
  • Housing Yes
  • Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate

The University of Texas at Arlington occupies a 420-acre campus in Arlington, Texas, positioned between Dallas and Fort Worth in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. Established in 1895 as Arlington College, the institution became part of the University of Texas System in 1965 and has evolved into a significant research university with a diverse student population. The campus features modern academic facilities and research centers, including the Science & Engineering Innovation & Research building and the Smart Hospital nursing simulation center. UT Arlington is recognized for its programs in nursing, engineering, business, and architecture, with the College of Engineering being particularly notable for its aerospace and defense research partnerships. The university maintains several residence halls and apartment-style housing complexes for students, while competing in NCAA Division I athletics as the Mavericks in the Western Athletic Conference.

Ratings

UT Arlington is rated within the lower 45% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10.

  • Overall Rating
    5 out of 10
  • Academics
    6 out of 10
  • Resources
    2 out of 10
  • Outcomes
    6 out of 10
  • Value
    6 out of 10

Rankings

Rankings for The University of Texas at Arlington within the 2027 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.

Admissions

Admission Standards

Average
The University of Texas at Arlington admission standards
  • SAT (enrolled mid-50) 1010/1240
  • ACT (enrolled mid-50) 19/27

Acceptance Rate

79.9%
The University of Texas at Arlington applications overview
  • Applications Due Jun 1, 2027
  • Enrollment Rate 26.4%
  • Application Fee $75

Applicant Competition Very Low

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Annual Cost to Attend

Texas Resident Tuition

$11,950

Out of State Resident Tuition

$29,582

Breakdown

In State Costs for The University of Texas at Arlington
  • Tuition $11,950
  • Books and Supplies $1,000
  • Other Fees $2,744
  • Room and Board $11,228
  • Budget for Other Expenses $5,384
  • Total One Year Cost $32,306

Student Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$51,700 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

40% within 6 years

Popular Areas of Study

Popular majors at The University of Texas at Arlington are Health Professions, Business, and General Studies. 21% of students major in Health Professions, 18% in Business, and 10% in General Studies.

  • Health Professions 21%
  • Business 18%
  • General Studies 10%
  • Biology 7%
  • Engineering 5%

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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=228769.

GPA calculator: The University of Texas at Arlington GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026