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University of North Texas

Type 4 year, Public
Campus locale City: Midsize
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Large
Common app member Yes
Dormitory capacity 6,349
Student to faculty ratio 25 to 1
Acceptance rate 81%
Students retention rate 79%
On-time graduation rate 60%

Located in Denton, Texas, UNT is a public, institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

The acceptance rate of 81% indicates that UNT is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

University of North Texas is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on 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.

UNT boasts an impressive student retention rate of 79% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 68% and 72%, respectively.


  • Accredited by: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
  • The institution provides on-campus housing

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

81.4%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$11,090

Cost of attendance at University of North Texas in 2022 for students from Texas.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Texas's average $7,907
National average $8,573

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$20,906

Cost of attendance at University of North Texas in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Texas's average $17,011
National average $18,862

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 56 of freshman students at University of North Texas received on average $10,637 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.

$10,637
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 1,451 28% $5,213 $7,564,403
Other Federal Grant 2,844 56% $3,461 $9,844,388
State Grant/Scholarships 1,172 23% $5,925 $6,944,521
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 1,998 39% $6,738 $13,461,535
Total Grant & Scholarships 2,844 56% $10,637 $30,250,444

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of University of North Texas students who enrolled in 2015 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 University of North Texas students is 60.2%. Female students graduated at a rate of 65.7%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 53.7%.

60.2%

  • asian 66.1% 158 students
  • African American 59.4% 344 students
  • white 60.3% 1,211 students
  • unknown 45.0% 9 students
  • hawaiian 25.0% 2 students
  • hispanic 60.2% 731 students
  • International Students 62.5% 70 students
  • Mixed Race 57.3% 129 students

Sport Conferences

  • Football Conference USA
  • Basketball Conference USA
  • Track and Cross Country Conference USA

Athletic Associations

  • NCAA
    National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

University of North Texas provides the following additional services to its students
  • Remedial services
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

University of North Texas offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic
  • Occupational

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Study abroad
  • Teacher certification
  • ROTC - Army
  • ROTC - Air Force

Veteran Services

  • Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Recognized student veteran organization
  • Credit for military training