Skip to content

The University of Texas at El Paso

El Paso, Texas · Public

100%acceptance rate
850–1050SAT middle 50%
15–22ACT middle 50%
$10,333average net price, in-state

The University of Texas at El Paso admitted 100% of 12,357 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 850–1050 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 46% of students graduate within six years.

Your chances at The University of Texas at El Paso

Enter a score to see whether The University of Texas at El Paso is a reach, target or likely school for you.

or
Likely

Based on the admit rate (100%) alone. Add a score for a sharper read.

A rough read from the admit rate and test scores only. Grades, courses, essays and activities matter as much or more. To see your whole list at once, use the chances calculator.

Application deadlines

The University of Texas at El Paso’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:

Regular decision
Rolling admission

The application is free for U.S. applicants ($65 for international applicants), and The University of Texas at El Paso accepts the Common App fee waiver.

Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check The University of Texas at El Paso’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.

Early decision and early action

The University of Texas at El Paso doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.

High school GPA

First-year students averaged a 3.32 GPA. 14% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.

  • 4.00.2%
  • 3.75–3.9919%
  • 3.50–3.7423%
  • 3.25–3.4921%
  • 3.00–3.2418%
  • 2.50–2.9911%
  • 2.00–2.495%
  • Under 2.03%

Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.

What it costs

Full price with housing is $25,916 in-state and $41,684 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $10,333 on average (in-state).

Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:

  • $0–30k$9,413
  • $30–48k$9,876
  • $48–75k$11,289
  • $75–110k$16,289
  • $110k+$18,978

Quick answers

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

The University of Texas at El Paso admitted 100% of applicants: 12,350 of 12,357 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).

When is The University of Texas at El Paso’s application deadline?

The University of Texas at El Paso uses rolling admission for 2026–27 and has no early round on the Common App, so applying early in the fall gives you the best shot at open spots and aid.

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

The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 850 to 1050, with a median around 950. A score at or above 950 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.

How much is The University of Texas at El Paso’s application fee?

The application is free for U.S. applicants ($65 for international applicants) for 2026–27, and The University of Texas at El Paso accepts the Common App fee waiver.

Does The University of Texas at El Paso have supplemental essays?

No. The University of Texas at El Paso doesn’t ask for a supplemental essay or the Common App personal essay for 2026–27.

Not sure which colleges fit?

A Clarity Prep mentor builds a balanced list with your student and checks in every week until it’s done.

Writing your essay? Get a free college essay review.

Students also look at