University of North Texas

  • 5/10 Overall Rating
  • 4 Year
  • Denton, TX
  • 4.3 3 reviews
#7 Best Public Universities in Texas

Overview

Total enrollment

46,864
University of North Texas overview
University of North Texas overview
  • Size Large
  • Status Non-profit
  • Housing Yes
  • Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate

Located in Denton, Texas, approximately 40 miles north of Dallas-Fort Worth, the University of North Texas occupies a suburban campus known for its distinctive blend of modern and historic architecture, including the prominent Environmental Education, Science, and Technology Building. Founded in 1890 as a teacher training institute, UNT has evolved into a major public research university that maintains moderate admission standards. The university is recognized for its College of Music, which ranks among the largest in the nation, along with strong programs in business, education, and visual arts. Students primarily live in residence halls during their first year, with additional on-campus housing options available for upperclassmen, while the university competes in NCAA Division I athletics as the Mean Green in Conference USA.

Ratings

UNT 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
    4 out of 10

Admissions

Admission Standards

Moderate
University of North Texas admission standards
  • SAT (enrolled mid-50) 980/1230
  • ACT (enrolled mid-50) 19/27

Acceptance Rate

72.2%
University of North Texas applications overview
  • Applications Due Aug 1, 2027
  • Enrollment Rate 24.2%
  • Application Fee $75

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Annual Cost to Attend

Texas Resident Tuition

$11,309

Out of State Resident Tuition

$21,149

Breakdown

In State Costs for University of North Texas
  • Tuition $11,309
  • Books and Supplies $1,120
  • Other Fees $2,990
  • Room and Board $11,194
  • Budget for Other Expenses $4,088
  • Total One Year Cost $30,701

Student Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$47,000 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

49% within 6 years

Popular Areas of Study

Popular majors at University of North Texas are Business, General Studies, and Social Sciences. 21% of students major in Business, 17% in General Studies, and 11% in Social Sciences.

  • Business 21%
  • General Studies 17%
  • Social Sciences 11%
  • Visual and Performing Arts 9%
  • Communication 5%

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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=227216.

GPA calculator: University of North Texas GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026