University of Dallas Admission Requirements
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University of Dallas Admission Overview
University of Dallas admission requirements are competitive. Last year University of Dallas admitted 53.4% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.9 GPA (A) and SAT 1120-1370 / ACT 22-29. Those figures describe last year's class, not a score you must hit.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
University of Dallas requires the SAT or ACT for 2026-27.
University of Dallas Acceptance Rate
Admission Rate & Difficulty
Acceptance rate Share of applicants offered admission last year.
Admission Standards Measure of enrolled testers' SAT/ACT scores vs. other colleges.
Applicant Competition Measure of this school's acceptance rate vs. other colleges. A low acceptance rate indicates high competition.
Average
Admission difficulty for University of Dallas
Acceptance Rate
The University of Dallas acceptance rate is 53.4%. Last year, 1,958 of 3,664 applicants were admitted. That is the 15th lowest acceptance rate in Texas.
Admission Selectivity
How hard is it to get into University of Dallas and can you get accepted?
University of Dallas is a competitive school to get into, turning away a substantial share of applicants. You have a good chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.
University of Dallas typically attracts "A" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.9. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top quarter of their high school class. 20% of those admitted chose to enroll.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
University of Dallas GPA
GPA of enrolled freshmen
Avg. High School GPA The average high school GPA for incoming freshmen on a 4.0 scale.
3.9Typical High School Grades Letter grade on a 4.0 scale for last year's average, not a cutoff.
AAverage GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.9
Average GPA
Enrolled freshmen at University of Dallas typically have around a 3.9 GPA (A) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have exceptionally good grades.
44% of enrolled freshmen had a 4.0. The school ranks #2 in Texas for highest average GPA.
See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.9 GPA range.
Competitiveness by GPA Ranges
Share of last year's freshmen in each GPA range, compared with the rest of the class.
GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024
University of Dallas Test Policy
Test Submission Requirements
The University of Dallas requires official SAT, ACT, or CLT scores from first-year applicants. ACT or SAT results printed on an official high school transcript are accepted. Homeschooled applicants follow the same testing requirement.
Cycle: 2026-27. Source: https://udallas.edu/admissions-aid/undergraduate/admission-requirements.php
University of Dallas SAT Scores
SAT scores of enrolled freshmen
SAT Range The middle 50% of enrolled testers who sent SAT. The maximum score is 1600.
1120-1370Freshmen who sent SAT Share of enrolled freshmen who submitted SAT scores. This is enrolled testers, not all applicants.
40%25th Percentile Scores
- Reading 580
- Math 540
- Composite 1120
75th Percentile Scores
- Reading 700
- Math 670
- Composite 1370
Average SAT
Enrolled testers at University of Dallas typically score around a 1250 SAT (middle 50% 1120–1370) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 82nd percentile nationally. University of Dallas ranks #9 in the state of Texas for highest average SAT composite score.
SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 1120 to 1370
SAT policy
You must send SAT or ACT for 2026-27. Confirm current rules on the school's site.
View other colleges which accept students in the 1250 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.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
University of Dallas ACT Scores
ACT scores among enrolled freshmen
ACT Range Mid-50 ACT composite among enrolled testers who sent ACT. The scale tops out at 36.
22-29Freshmen reporting ACT Percent of enrolled freshmen who reported ACT. Counts enrolled testers, not the full applicant pool.
19%25th Percentile Scores
- English 23
- Math 19
- Composite 22
75th Percentile Scores
- English 33
- Math 26
- Composite 29
Average ACT
Incoming testers at University of Dallas typically have around a 25 ACT (mid-50 22–29) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 78th percentile of ACT takers nationwide. University of Dallas places #13 among colleges in Texas for highest average ACT composite.
ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 22 to 29
ACT policy
ACT or SAT is required for 2026-27. Check the school's site for current rules.
See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 25.0 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.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
High School Class Rank
Class Rank of Admitted Students
76% of University of Dallas freshman are in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class and 38% are in the top ten percent.
Data Source, Peterson's Data
Estimate How You Compare
See how your GPA and SAT or ACT compare with last year's enrolled class. This is not a personal probability of admission.
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Admission Statistics
Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed in the table below.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Application Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to University of Dallas and what student information is used for admission decisions?
Test scores: school admissions site, 2026-27. Other fields: IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Fall 2027 Application Deadline
Applications Due
Aug 1, 2027Days left to Apply
335Applicants have 335 days left until the Fall 2027 term applications are due on Aug 1, 2027.
Application Fee
The cost for prospective students to apply to University of Dallas is $50.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Credits Accepted
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Admission summary
University of Dallas is test-required for 2026-27. Last year it admitted 53.4% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.9 GPA (about an A average). 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=224323.
GPA calculator: University of Dallas GPA calculator.
Last updated: August 2026