College Spotlight: University of North Texas

The University of North Texas (UNT) is a public university located in Denton, TX. Founded in 1890, UNT is a Tier 1 research university named as an America’s Best Value College by Forbes. The university has had 70 Goldwater Scholars in math, science and engineering and is one of the nation’s most diverse universities.

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LocationDenton, TX
Type4-year, Public
SizeLarge: 32,450 undergraduates
Retention Rate78%
Graduation Rate56%
Acceptance RateLess selective: 74%
Average test scores of admitted students SAT Range
1060-1250
ACT Composite Range
19-26
Test Optional?Students may be admitted as test optional depending on their GPA
Freshman Application Deadlines for Fall Priority: March 1
Financial Aid –
Average Percent of Need Met
57%
Priority Financial Aid Deadline for FallJanuary 15
Application Fee$75 or fee waiver
Popular DisciplinesLiberal Arts and Humanities, Psychology, Biology, Criminal Justice
Housing RequirementMost incoming freshman students are required to reside in university operated residence halls
Sources: College Data, NCES, College Board

Key Facts:

  • 27:1 student to faculty ratio
  • 112 undergraduate degree programs
  • 400 student organizations
  • First jazz studies program in the U.S.
  • Named a First-Generation Forward institution by NASPA’s Center for First-Generation Student Success for efforts dedicated to serving first-generation students 
  • NCAA Division I
  • Mascot: Scrappy the Eagle

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