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80.8%Acceptance
$11,728Tuition
30,834Students
57%Grad Rate (6-yr)
$63,199Earnings
#21 in TexasPublic4-yearSAT/ACT Test OptionalResearch UniversityNCAA Division IStudy AbroadData: 2023-24

Admissions Details

Acceptance Rate
80.8%
Average SAT
1,120
SAT Range (25th–75th)
1,000–1,240
ACT Composite (avg)
22
Total Enrollment
30,834

Admissions Overview

UTA is an open admission school with an 80.80% acceptance rate. Most qualified applicants will gain admission without much difficulty. The middle 50% of admitted students score between 1000-1240 on the SAT, with an average of 1120. Students typically need around a 22 ACT score to be competitive. The university seeks motivated students who want practical, career-focused education in a diverse urban environment. UTA particularly values students interested in engineering, architecture, and professional programs who can thrive in a large research university setting. The school attracts first-generation college students and working adults who appreciate flexible scheduling and strong industry connections in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex.