UT Permian Basin Admission Requirements

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UT Permian Basin Admission Overview

UT Permian Basin admission requirements are summarized from last year's class. Last year UT Permian Basin admitted 94.9% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.27 GPA (B+) and SAT 910-1130 / ACT 17-23. UT Permian Basin is test-optional, so you choose whether to send SAT or ACT. Those figures describe last year's class, not a score you must hit.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

UT Permian Basin Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

94.9%

Admission Standards

Extremely Easy

Applicant Competition

Very Low

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Admission difficulty for The University of Texas Permian Basin

Acceptance Rate

The UT Permian Basin acceptance rate is 94.9%. Last year, 1,485 of 1,565 applicants were admitted. That is the 61st lowest acceptance rate in Texas.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into UT Permian Basin and can you get accepted?

UT Permian Basin is an easy school to get into, admitting most applicants. You have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.

The University of Texas Permian Basin typically attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.27. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 44% of those admitted chose to enroll.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

UT Permian Basin GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.27

Typical High School Grades

B+

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.27

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Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at UT Permian Basin typically have around a 3.27 GPA (B+) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have above average high school grades. UT Permian Basin is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

The school ranks #52 in Texas for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.3 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

Share of last year's freshmen in each GPA range, compared with the rest of the class.

High school GPA ranges for enrolled The University of Texas Permian Basin freshmen
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness
4.0 12.32% Good
3.75 to 3.99 19.33% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 20.45% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 12.89% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 18.49% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 8.12% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 2.8% Reach
1.00 to 1.99 0.28% Reach
less than 1.00 5.32% Low

What do these figures mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

UT Permian Basin SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

910-1130

Freshmen who sent SAT

37%

25th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 470
  • Math 440
  • Composite 910
SAT 25th percentile scores for The University of Texas Permian Basin

75th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 570
  • Math 560
  • Composite 1130
SAT 75th percentile scores for The University of Texas Permian Basin

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at UT Permian Basin typically score around a 1020 SAT (middle 50% 910–1130) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 43rd percentile nationally. UT Permian Basin ranks #51 in the state of Texas for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 910 to 1130

800 1000 1200 1400 1600

SAT policy

UT Permian Basin is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT. If you send a score, it is considered.

View other colleges which accept students in the 1020 SAT score range.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

How SAT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers

This table compares SAT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. It is not a personal chance of admission. If you withhold SAT, skip this table.

SAT ranges vs last year's enrolled testers at The University of Texas Permian Basin
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
1130+ Above 75th >97%
1020 to 1130 Avg + 95%-97%
910 to 1020 Avg - 91%-95%
Below 910 Below mid-50 <91%

What do these figures mean?

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

UT Permian Basin ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

17-23

Freshmen reporting ACT

5%

25th Percentile Scores

  • English 17
  • Math 14
  • Composite 17
ACT 25th percentile scores for The University of Texas Permian Basin

75th Percentile Scores

  • English 24
  • Math 23
  • Composite 23
ACT 75th percentile scores for The University of Texas Permian Basin

Average ACT

Incoming testers at UT Permian Basin typically have around a 20 ACT (mid-50 17–23) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 51st percentile of ACT takers nationwide. UT Permian Basin places #45 among colleges in Texas for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 17 to 23

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

You may apply to UT Permian Basin without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 20.0 ACT score range.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

How ACT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers

This table compares ACT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. They are not your individual odds. If you leave ACT off your application, you can skip this table.

ACT bands compared with last year's enrolled testers at The University of Texas Permian Basin
ACT Score (36 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
23+ Above 75th >97%
20 to 23 Avg + 95%-97%
17 to 20 Avg - 91%-95%
Below 17 Below mid-50 <91%

How to read these figures

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

High School Class Rank

Class Rank of Admitted Students

68% of The University of Texas Permian Basin freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 46% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted The University of Texas Permian Basin students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 19%
Top 25% of class 46%
Top 50% of class 68%

Data Source, Peterson's Data

Estimate How You Compare

See how your GPA and scores compare with last year's enrolled testers. You can mark that you will withhold scores.

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Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed in the table below.

The University of Texas Permian Basin admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 856 709 1,565
Accepted 826 659 1,485
Acceptance Rate 96% 93% 95%
Enrolled 357 296 653
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 43% 45% 44%

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to The University of Texas Permian Basin and what student information is used for admission decisions?

The University of Texas Permian Basin application requirements
Requirement Used for Admission
Test Scores Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Recommendations Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not required for admission, but considered if submitted

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Fall 2027 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Aug 23, 2027

Days left to Apply

357

Applicants have 357 days left until the Fall 2027 term applications are due on Aug 23, 2027.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to The University of Texas Permian Basin is $40.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Credits Accepted

High school credits accepted at The University of Texas Permian Basin
Credit Type Accepted
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Admission summary

UT Permian Basin is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 94.9% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.27 GPA (about an B+ average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (910-1130); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=229018.

GPA calculator: The University of Texas Permian Basin GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026