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The University of Texas Permian Basin

Odessa, Texas · Public

97%acceptance rate
900–1090SAT middle 50%
17–23ACT middle 50%
$10,143average net price, in-state

The University of Texas Permian Basin admitted 97% of 1,563 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 900–1090 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 43% of students graduate within six years.

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Application deadlines

The University of Texas Permian Basin’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:

Regular decision
Rolling admission

The application fee is $40, and The University of Texas Permian Basin 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 Permian Basin’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 Permian Basin doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.

What admissions weighs

How The University of Texas Permian Basin rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.

Very important

  • GPA

Important

  • –

Considered

  • Course rigor
  • Class rank
  • Test scores
  • Essay
  • Recommendations
  • Activities
  • Talent or ability
  • Volunteering
  • Work experience

Not considered

  • Interview
  • Character
  • First generation
  • Legacy
  • Where you live
  • State residency
  • Religion
  • Showing interest

High school GPA

First-year students averaged a 3.33 GPA. 18% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.

  • 4.011%
  • 3.75–3.9916%
  • 3.50–3.7416%
  • 3.25–3.4916%
  • 3.00–3.2413%
  • 2.50–2.9920%
  • 2.00–2.497%
  • Under 2.01%

Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.

What it costs

Full price with housing is $28,766 in-state and $41,074 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $10,143 on average (in-state).

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

  • $0–30k$7,684
  • $30–48k$7,920
  • $48–75k$9,055
  • $75–110k$11,317
  • $110k+$16,113

Quick answers

What is The University of Texas Permian Basin’s acceptance rate?

The University of Texas Permian Basin admitted 97% of applicants: 1,508 of 1,563 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).

When is The University of Texas Permian Basin’s application deadline?

The University of Texas Permian Basin 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 Permian Basin?

The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 900 to 1090, with a median around 1010. A score at or above 1010 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.

How much is The University of Texas Permian Basin’s application fee?

The application fee is $40 for 2026–27, and The University of Texas Permian Basin accepts the Common App fee waiver.

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