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The University of Texas at El Paso

El Paso, TX · Public · Large city · Website

The University of Texas at El Paso campus
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Admission rate
100%
Open
Average net price
$6,803
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
51%
Median earnings
$54,599
10 years after enrolling

Summary

The University of Texas at El Paso is a public college in El Paso, TX with 21,005 undergraduates. It admits 100% of applicants, and admitted students average 962 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $6,803 per year ($5,623 for families earning under $30,000). 51% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $54,599 ten years after enrolling.

public college

Admissions

Admission rate
100%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
11,171
Fall 2023
Admitted
11,160
Fall 2023
Yield
35%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing450–550
200800
SAT Math410–530
200800
ACT Composite17–22
136

What The University of Texas at El Paso looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkRequired
  • Class rankRequired
  • Essay or personal statementNot considered
  • RecommendationsNot considered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$17,245
sticker price, per year
In-state tuition
$9,772
Out-of-state tuition
$25,110

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$5,623
  • $30–48k$5,519
  • $48–75k$6,329
  • $75–110k$9,704
  • $110k+$16,291

Get a personal estimate with The University of Texas at El Paso's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
51%
Freshman retention
79%
Median earnings
$54,599
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$16,000
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
21,005
Student–faculty ratio
21:1
Receive Pell grants
67%
  • White4%
  • Hispanic88%
  • Black2%
  • Asian1%

The University of Texas at El Paso FAQ

What is The University of Texas at El Paso's acceptance rate?+

The University of Texas at El Paso admits 100% of applicants, which makes it open.

What SAT score do you need for The University of Texas at El Paso?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 450–550 on SAT Reading and Writing and 410–530 on SAT Math; the average total is 962.

What ACT score do you need for The University of Texas at El Paso?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 17–22.

Is The University of Texas at El Paso test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to The University of Texas at El Paso?+

In Fall 2023, 11,171 students applied to The University of Texas at El Paso and 11,160 were admitted; 3,940 enrolled.

Does The University of Texas at El Paso consider legacy status?+

No. The University of Texas at El Paso reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does The University of Texas at El Paso require an essay?+

The University of Texas at El Paso reported that an essay or personal statement is not considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does The University of Texas at El Paso cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $17,245 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $6,803.

What is The University of Texas at El Paso's graduation rate?+

51% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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