College Spotlight: University of Texas at Arlington

The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) is a public university located in Arlington, TX. It was founded in 1895 and is the fourth institution in the state to achieve Texas Tier One designation. UTA has also been ranked Number 1 in Texas for serving first generation, low income students by ScholarShot.

There’s much more to learn about UTA. Check it out!

LocationArlington, TX
Type4-year, public
SizeLarge: 32,658 undergraduates
Retention Rate71%
Graduation Rate51%
Acceptance RateLess Selective: 83%
Average test scores of admitted students SAT Range
1040–1250
ACT Composite Range
19-26
Test Optional?UTA is test score optional for admission through summer 2024
Freshman Application Deadlines for Fall semesterPriority: February 14
Regular Decision: July 26
Financial Aid –
Average Percent of Need Met
65%
Priority Financial Aid DeadlineFebruary 14
Application Fee$75 application fee or official fee waiver form
Popular DisciplinesHealth professions and related sciences
Business/marketing
Interdisciplinary studies
Biological/life sciences
Liberal arts/general studies
Engineering
Housing RequirementNo on-campus housing requirement
Sources: College Data, NCES, College Board

Key Facts:

  • 24:1 student to faculty ratio
  • Over 180 degree programs
  • Over 300 student organizations
  • UTA has met Department of Education requirements to be considered a Hispanic-Serving Institution.
  • Fifth-highest undergraduate diversity index, according to U.S. News & World Report’s 2023 rankings.
  • NCAA Division I
  • Mascot: Mavericks

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