The University of Texas at Dallas

The University of Texas at Dallas is very difficult to get into. The acceptance rate at The University of Texas at Dallas is 85%. Last year, 21,500 students applied to The University of Texas at Dallas and 18,220 were admitted.

If you are considering submitting an application to The University of Texas at Dallas, the deadline for Fall 2024 admissions is 5/1 and the fee for the application is $50.

The University of Texas at Dallas Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of The University of Texas at Dallas's admissions stats.

The University of Texas at Dallas 2023	Admissions Statistics
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	36%
Mean SAT Score	1291
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	79%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	19%
Waitlist	No

The University of Texas at Dallas Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for The University of Texas at Dallas.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–
Regular Decision	Yes	5 1	–

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Considering Applying Early to The University of Texas at Dallas?

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The University of Texas at Dallas does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ See a list of some top colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on The University of Texas at Dallas Admissions

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How Challenging Is It To Get Admitted to UT Dallas?

Getting into UT Dallas is very difficult. UT Dallas evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2022, UT Dallas accepted 85% of all applicants, approximately 18,220 from 21,500 applicants.

Schools that are very difficult to get into, like UT Dallas, accept fewer than 60% of all applicants. At least 50% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 10% of their high school class and scored over 1230 on the SAT and over 26 on the ACT.

Transferring to The University of Texas at Dallas

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to The University of Texas at Dallas

The University of Texas at Dallas has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into The University of Texas at Dallas?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are given the most weight in the admissions process. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that put the most emphasis on the admissions factors where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at The University of Texas at Dallas

Wondering what factors are considered by The University of Texas at Dallas during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Class Rank	Very Important
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Application Essay	Important
Extracurricular Activities	Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Geographical Residence	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
State Residency	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered

Make sure to check with The University of Texas at Dallas for more information on admission factors.

The University of Texas at Dallas 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to The University of Texas at Dallas, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with The University of Texas at Dallas's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Interview	–	–	√	–
Letter(s) of Recommendation	–	3	–	–
Transcript(S) of College Record	–	–	–	–
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into The University of Texas at Dallas?

The University of Texas at Dallas has not provided an information about GPAs of accepted students. Any questions regarding applicant expectations should be addressed directly with the school.

Out of all students that were admitted, 64% submitted a class rank. At The University of Texas at Dallas 36% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 66% were in the top 25% and 94% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At The University of Texas at Dallas, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	–
3.75 and 3.99	–
3.50 and 3.74	–
3.25 and 3.49	–
3.00 and 3.24	–
2.50 and 2.9	–
2.00 and 2.49	–

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to The University of Texas at Dallas directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

The University of Texas at Dallas is a test optional school. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 79% of The University of Texas at Dallas's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 19% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for The University of Texas at Dallas?

To be competitive with other The University of Texas at Dallas applicants, you should aim to score between 1180 and 1410 (or higher!) on the SAT. At The University of Texas at Dallas 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1410 and 25% of scored lower than 1180, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a The University of Texas at Dallas student is 1291.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of The University of Texas at Dallas students scored 730 or higher and 75% of students scored 580 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of The University of Texas at Dallas students scored 700 or higher, and 75% scored a 580 or higher.

To be most competitive at The University of Texas at Dallas, you should strive to earn between 24 and 32 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 32 means you fall in the 75th percentile for The University of Texas at Dallas's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 32, and three out of four students scored lower than 32 on the ACT.

A 24 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for The University of Texas at Dallas students. Only one out of every four students scored below 24.

More Information on Transferring to The University of Texas at Dallas

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to The University of Texas at Dallas.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is July 1.

Transfer students can enroll in The University of Texas at Dallas during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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The University of Texas at Dallas Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to The University of Texas at Dallas?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to The University of Texas at Dallas.

Does The University of Texas at Dallas accept transfer credits?

✅ The University of Texas at Dallas accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. The University of Texas at Dallas accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does The University of Texas at Dallas accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ The University of Texas at Dallas accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to The University of Texas at Dallas?

❌ No, The University of Texas at Dallas is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you may want to send them. If your scores are average or below average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is The University of Texas at Dallas's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for The University of Texas at Dallas is 85%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at The University of Texas at Dallas?

❌ The University of Texas at Dallas does not offer early decision.

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