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87.7%Acceptance
$9,859Tuition
27,026Students
49%Grad Rate (6-yr)
$49,620Earnings
Public4-yearSAT/ACT Test OptionalResearch UniversityNCAA Division IStudy AbroadData: 2023-24

Admissions Details

Acceptance Rate
87.7%
Average SAT
960
SAT Range (25th–75th)
830–1,090
ACT Composite (avg)
19
Total Enrollment
27,026

Admissions Overview

UTRGV has open admission with an 87.70% acceptance rate, making it accessible to most students who apply. The middle 50% of admitted students score between 830-1090 on the SAT, with an average of 960. Nearly all students are from Texas (99.04%), reflecting the university's mission to serve the local Rio Grande Valley community. With 93.75% Hispanic enrollment, UTRGV seeks students who want to be part of a culturally rich border community. The university looks for students committed to serving the predominantly Hispanic population of South Texas, whether through healthcare, engineering, or business programs that address regional needs.