The University of Texas at Dallas Acceptance Rate
Richardson, Texas · Public · 4-year or above
- Applicants
- 29,366
- Admitted
- 19,224
- Yield
- 21.6%
- Test policy
- Test-optional
Latest official IPEDS 2023–24 · Updated July 2026
Acceptance rate & applications over time
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Over the 10 years of federal data, The University of Texas at Dallas's acceptance rate has risen from 61.9% in 2014–15 to 65.5% in 2023–24. Applications grew from 9,587 to 29,366 (+206%) over that period.
Its 65.5% rate makes The University of Texas at Dallas more selective than about 69% of the 1,419 schools tracked here. Among 65 tracked Texas schools, it is more selective than about 68%.
In 2023–24, women were admitted at a higher rate (67.7% for women vs 63.3% for men, a 4.4-point gap). The University of Texas at Dallas has been test-optional since 2022–23. Of admitted students, 21.6% enrolled (the yield rate) in 2023–24.
Full year-by-year table
| Year | Applicants | Admitted | Acceptance | Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014–15 | 9,587 | 5,938 | 61.9% | 2,520 |
| 2015–16 | 11,237 | 6,909 | 61.5% | 2,728 |
| 2016–17 | 12,686 | 8,625 | 68% | 3,229 |
| 2017–18 | 11,791 | 8,965 | 76% | 3,177 |
| 2018–19 | 15,326 | 10,609 | 69.2% | 3,862 |
| 2019–20 | 14,327 | 11,260 | 78.6% | 4,073 |
| 2020–21 | 15,411 | 12,230 | 79.4% | 3,476 |
| 2021–22 | 18,838 | 16,429 | 87.2% | 4,042 |
| 2022–23 | 21,500 | 18,220 | 84.7% | 4,218 |
| 2023–24 | 29,366 | 19,224 | 65.5% | 4,160 |
Acceptance rate by gender
| Group | Applicants | Admitted | Acceptance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Women | 14,357 | 9,723 | 67.7% |
| Men | 15,009 | 9,501 | 63.3% |
SAT / ACT ranges & policy
Test-optional (considered if submitted).
| Test | 25th–75th percentile | % submitting |
|---|---|---|
| SAT EBRW | 580–690 | 79% |
| SAT Math | 590–720 | |
| ACT Composite | 25–32 | 15% |
How The University of compares
Where this school sits among peers of similar selectivity — each dot is a school's current acceptance rate on the same scale.
Frequently asked
What is The University of Texas at Dallas's acceptance rate?
The University of Texas at Dallas's acceptance rate is 65.5% for 2023–24, the most recent year of federal IPEDS data (19,224 admitted of 29,366 applicants).
Is The University of Texas at Dallas test optional?
The University of Texas at Dallas is test-optional: SAT/ACT scores are considered if submitted but not required.
How many people apply to The University of Texas at Dallas?
The University of Texas at Dallas received 29,366 applications in 2023–24 and admitted 19,224.
What SAT score do you need for The University of Texas at Dallas?
Admitted students at The University of Texas at Dallas typically scored 580–690 on SAT Reading/Writing and 590–720 on SAT Math (middle-50% ranges).
Is The University of Texas at Dallas getting harder to get into?
The University of Texas at Dallas has become easier to get into: its acceptance rate went from 61.9% in 2014–15 to 65.5% in 2023–24.
How this is calculated
Acceptance rate = admitted ÷ applicants, first-time degree-seeking undergraduates, from the U.S. Department of Education's IPEDS Admissions (ADM) survey; institution details from the IPEDS Institutional Characteristics (HD) survey. Data span: 2014–15 to 2023–24. Official site: www.utdallas.edu/.