Admissions Details
- Acceptance Rate
- 94.7%
- Average SAT
- 1,000
- SAT Range (25th–75th)
- 910–1,090
- ACT Composite (avg)
- 19
- Total Enrollment
- 4,122
Admissions Overview
This school practices open admission with a 94.71% acceptance rate. Nearly all applicants who meet basic requirements will gain entry. The average SAT score of 1000 reflects the accessible admissions standards, with middle 50% scores ranging from 910 to 1090. Students don't need strong test scores to qualify. The university primarily serves the Permian Basin region, with 91.77% of students coming from in-state. UTPB seeks hardworking students ready to enter technical fields, particularly engineering and energy sector careers. The school values students who want practical, career-focused education rather than those chasing prestige. Many students are first-generation college attendees from Hispanic families, reflecting the regional demographics.