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Public, 4-Year
Arlington, TX

The University of Texas at Arlington

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in TX. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$11,728

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

81.3%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

55.1%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$63,199

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

The University of Texas at Arlington is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Arlington, TX. With a competitive tuition profile of $11,728, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 55.1% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing500 – 620
20025th–75th percentile800
Math490 – 610
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite18 – 26
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

81.3%

Transfer-Out Rate23.5%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$46,912

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

1.4 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$33,199

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$285,078

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$617,068

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at The University of Texas at Arlington is $17,527.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
59.2%
40.8%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

Hispanic
39.5%
White
23.2%
Black
14.5%
Asian
14.3%
International
3.8%
Two or more
3.8%
Unknown
0.8%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.1%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.1%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$11,728

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$13,535
$30k - $48k$13,225
$48k - $75k$14,602
$75k+$20,025

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$17,527
Pell Grant Recipients39.6%
Using Federal Loans32.8%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment57.5%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

72.9%

Success

55.1%

In-State Cost

$11,728

Age 25+ Students

29.5%

Carnegie Class

R1: Doctoral — Very High Research

Working at 6yr

10,611 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Arlington (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Arlington (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.