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The University of Texas at Dallas

Richardson, Texas

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Overview

Enrollment

31,570
The University of Texas at Dallas overview
Location Richardson, Texas
Online utdallas.edu
School Type Public 4 Year
Setting Small City
The University of Texas at Dallas overview
Size Large
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate
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The University of Texas at Dallas (UTD) is located in Richardson, Texas, a suburban community approximately 15 miles north of downtown Dallas. Established in 1969, the university evolved from the research arm of Texas Instruments and maintains strong ties to the technology industry. The campus features modern architecture across its 500-plus acres, with recent expansion including additional academic buildings, residential facilities, and a mixed-use retail district. UTD is recognized for its programs in engineering, computer science, and business management, with the Erik Jonsson School of Engineering and Computer Science serving as a hub for technology education and research in North Texas. The university provides on-campus housing through multiple residential communities, primarily serving undergraduate students, while competing in NCAA Division III athletics as the Comets.

Ratings

7/10

Overall

8/10

Academics

4/10

Resources

8/10

Outcomes

9/10

Value

UT Dallas is rated within the top 36% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated

Rankings

Rankings for The University of Texas at Dallas within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.

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Getting In

Admission Standards

Very High
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SAT 1170/1430
ACT 24/32
Estimated GPA 3.78

Applications Accepted

84.7% 
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Applications Due May 1, 2025
Applicant Competition Very Low
Application Fee $50

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Annual Cost to Attend

Texas Resident Tuition

$14,564
In State Costs for The University of Texas at Dallas
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,200
Other Fees$0
Room and Board $12,142
Budget for Other Expenses$3,172
Total One Year Cost$31,078

Out of State Resident Tuition

$39,776
Out of State Costs for The University of Texas at Dallas
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,200
Other Fees$0
Room and Board $12,142
Budget for Other Expenses$3,172
Total One Year Cost$56,290

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$59,000 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

61% within 6 years

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by The University of Texas at Dallas students
Subject Percent of Class
Business 32%
Biology 10%
Psychology 9%
Social Sciences 9%
General Studies 8%

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=228787 IPEDS survey data for The University of Texas at Dallas.

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Last updated February 24, 2024