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Universal Technical Institute of Texas Inc.

Type 2 year, Private
Business Model For Profit
Campus locale City: Large
Degrees offered Undergraduate
Calendar system Continuous
Student body size Small
Student to faculty ratio 42 to 1
Students retention rate 62%
On-time graduation rate 51%

Located in Houston, Texas, Universal Technical Institute of Texas Inc. is a private, for profit institution that offers undergraduate degrees. The college operates on a continuous calendar system, providing flexibility in scheduling.

One of the notable aspects of Universal Technical Institute of Texas Inc. is its open admission policy. This means that all high school graduates and individuals who hold a GED qualification are eligible to apply for admission. This inclusive approach allows a wide range of students to pursue their higher education goals, regardless of their academic background.

Universal Technical Institute of Texas Inc. is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

The retention rate of students at Universal Technical Institute of Texas Inc. is 62% , which is lower than both the state and national averages. The state average retention rate in Texas is 68%, while the national average is 67%. This indicates that a significant proportion of students who enroll at Universal Technical Institute of Texas Inc. do not continue their studies after the first year.


  • Accredited by: Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges
The most popular programs at Universal Technical Institute of Texas Inc. are Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician, Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician, Welding Technology/Welder, Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician. Below is the cost of attendance for these programs as well as the cost of attendance for similar schools that provide the same program.

Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician

Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician

Welding Technology/Welder

Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 83 of freshman students at Universal Technical Institute of Texas Inc. received on average $5,722 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$5,722
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 711 70% $4,695 $3,338,230
Other Federal Grant 728 71% $5,456 $3,971,737
State Grant/Scholarships 0 0% - -
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 400 39% $2,130 $852,012
Total Grant & Scholarships 843 83% $5,722 $4,823,749

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Universal Technical Institute of Texas Inc. students who enrolled in 2018 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Universal Technical Institute of Texas Inc. students is 51.0%. Female students graduated at a rate of 44.0%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 51.2%.

51.0%

  • asian 57.1% 4 students
  • African American 38.4% 33 students
  • white 53.8% 98 students
  • unknown 42.9% 6 students
  • hawaiian 100.0% 2 students
  • hispanic 52.2% 223 students
  • Mixed Race 51.1% 24 students

Service Offerings

Universal Technical Institute of Texas Inc. provides the following additional services to its students
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Universal Technical Institute of Texas Inc. offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Occupational

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Weekend/evening classes

Veteran Services

  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families