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Public, 4-Year
Odessa, TX

The University of Texas Permian Basin

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

Annual Tuition

$10,904

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

84.5%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

41.3%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$56,073

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

The University of Texas Permian Basin is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Odessa, TX. With a competitive tuition profile of $10,904, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 41.3% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing470 – 560
20025th–75th percentile800
Math440 – 550
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite16 – 20
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

84.5%

Transfer-Out Rate31.6%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$43,616

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

1.7 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$26,073

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$217,114

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$477,844

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 41%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

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 Permian Basin is $17,750.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
61.4%
38.6%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

Hispanic
53.8%
White
25.8%
Black
7.7%
International
6.7%
Two or more
2.4%
Asian
1.8%
Unknown
1.4%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.3%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.2%

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

$10,904

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$7,684
$30k - $48k$7,920
$48k - $75k$9,055
$75k+$11,317

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$17,750
Pell Grant Recipients35.6%
Using Federal Loans29.8%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment59.7%

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

61.4%

Success

41.3%

In-State Cost

$10,904

Age 25+ Students

31.6%

Carnegie Class

Master's: Larger

Working at 6yr

1,413 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

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

Property Crimes

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

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

Living In Odessa

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$1,120

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$1,127

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$1,481

Monthly Average

🏢

3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Odessa metropolitan area.