UT Arlington
The University of Texas at Arlington · Arlington, Texas · Public
UT Arlington admitted 81% of 23,126 applicants (IPEDS, fall 2023). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 990–1230 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 57% of students graduate within six years.
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Application deadlines
UT Arlington’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Regular decision
- July 28, 2027
The application fee is $75, and UT Arlington 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 UT Arlington’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $28,776 in-state and $46,708 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $14,956 on average (in-state).
Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:
Quick answers
What is UT Arlington’s acceptance rate?
UT Arlington admitted 81% of applicants: 18,799 of 23,126 (IPEDS, fall 2023).
When is UT Arlington’s application deadline?
UT Arlington’s 2026–27 deadline is July 28, 2027. It has no early round on the Common App.
What SAT score do you need for UT Arlington?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 990 to 1230, with a median around 1110. A score at or above 1110 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is UT Arlington’s application fee?
The application fee is $75 for 2026–27, and UT Arlington accepts the Common App fee waiver.
Does UT Arlington have supplemental essays?
No. UT Arlington doesn’t ask for a supplemental essay or the Common App personal essay for 2026–27.
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