The University of Texas at Dallas
Richardson, TX
Richardson, TX
Richardson, TX
Welcome to UT Dallas, where students shine bright.
The University of Texas at Dallas is more than just a place to earn a degree—it's a thriving community where innovation, diversity, and academic excellence converge. Nestled in the heart of Richardson, Texas, UT Dallas offers a unique blend of cutting-edge research opportunities, top-tier faculty, and a vibrant campus life, making it the perfect environment for students to explore their passions and reach their full potential.
At UT Dallas, students have access to over 140 academic programs across eight schools, allowing them to tailor their education to their specific interests and career goals. Whether you're drawn to the dynamic world of business, the complexities of engineering, or the creative realms of the arts, UT Dallas provides the resources and support to excel in your chosen field.
Our campus is a hub of innovation, where students collaborate with leading researchers and industry professionals on groundbreaking projects. With state-of-the-art facilities and a commitment to experiential learning, UT Dallas ensures students are not only prepared for the workforce but also equipped to make a meaningful impact in their communities and beyond.
Beyond academics, UT Dallas offers a rich campus life with over 300 student organizations, a thriving arts and culture scene, and a range of athletic programs. This vibrant community fosters personal growth, leadership, and lifelong friendships to make your time at UT Dallas truly transformative.
Join us at UT Dallas, where your journey to success begins, and where you can shine bright in a world of endless possibilities.
Famous Alumnus Spotlight
Nobel laureate Aziz Sancar, PhD’77 came to the US after serving as a physician in Turkey. As a graduate student at the University, he aimed to learn more about DNA repair and studied under the late Dr. Claud Stanley Rupert, who was a pioneer in the field. In 2015, Sancar received the Nobel Prize in Chemistry, the first Nobel-winning alum from UT Dallas. The researcher was also the recipient of the University’s inaugural Lifetime Achievement Award in 2018.
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Ranked among the "Top 50 Best Value Public Colleges in the US" | The Princeton Review, 2023 |
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Earned a STARS Gold ranking for sustainability, Bicycle Friendly University bronze recognition, and Bee Campus USA and Tree Campus USA certifications |
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Ranked #15 among the "Best Colleges for Information Technology in America" | Niche, 2025 |
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Varsity eSports program ranked #1 in Texas and top 10 in the nation | BestColleges.com, 2024 |
Dallas ranks in the top 10 best-performing large cities by the Milken Institute (2023). Dallas-Fort Worth is home to two airports, seven professional sports teams, and 24 Fortune 500 companies—all of which have hired UT Dallas graduates.
Dallas also sees the most job growth in the country, with nearly 3,900 students earning internships each year.
Enrollment
• 30,855 students enrolled (fall 2023)
• 69% undergraduate; 31% graduate
• 4,160 freshmen, including 180 National Merit Scholars
• Students representing 100+ countries
• Most students come from Texas, California, Illinois, Oklahoma, Florida and Louisiana.
• 81% are full-time students, 19% are part-time
• Students ranging in age from 15 to 86; 21 age average of total student body
• 30% of undergraduates made up of transfer students
Academics
• 147 academic programs across seven schools
• 57 bachelor’s degrees
• 58 master’s degrees
• 31 PhD programs
• 1 professional doctorate program (Audiology)
• 27:1 student-faculty ratio
• Four-year graduation rate of 63% (#3 in Texas among public universities)
• Six-year graduation rate of 75%
• 88% freshmen retention
Cost
• 61% of UTD graduating seniors with no debt, compared to 47% in Texas and 44% in the nation (2021 TICAS report).
• Over 67% of undergraduate students receiving some form of need- or merit-based financial aid
Student Life & Athletics
• Over 400 campus organizations
• 27 fraternity and sorority chapters
• Nearly 75,000 hours of community service (2023)
• Mascot: Temoc (Comet spelled backward)
• NCAA Division III teams attending the American Southwest Conference
• Varsity teams in men’s and women’s basketball, soccer, golf, tennis, cross country, track & field; men’s baseball; and women’s softball and volleyball.
• 22 conference titles in the past five years
Resources & Recognition
• Nationally-ranked programs in STEM, management, liberal arts, and social sciences majors
• 68 companies incorporated through the Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (2016–2020)
• UTD Chess team participated in the Final Four Collegiate Chess Tournament for 18 out of 23 years since 1996
• Over 140,000 alumni with a campus home at the 15,000-sq-ft. Davidson-Gundy Alumni Center
