The University of Texas at Tyler

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School Description

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The University of Texas at Tyler is a comprehensive institution of higher education offering undergraduate and graduate degree programs as an institution of the renowned University of Texas System. The University of Texas at Tyler’s vision is to be nationally recognized for its high quality education in the professions and in the humanities, arts and sciences, and for its distinctive core curriculum. Guided by an outstanding and supportive faculty, its graduates will understand and appreciate human diversity and the global nature of the new millennium. They will think critically, act with honesty and integrity, and demonstrate proficiency in leadership, communication skills, and the use of technology.

The University is committed to providing a setting for free inquiry and expects excellence in the teaching, research, artistic performances and professional public service provided by its faculty, staff, and students. As a community of scholars, the University develops the individual’s critical thinking skills, appreciation of the arts, humanities and sciences, international understanding for participation in the global society, professional knowledge and skills to enhance economic productivity, and commitment to lifelong learning.

Within an environment of academic freedom, students learn from faculty scholars who have nationally recognized expertise in the arts and sciences, and in such professions as engineering, public administration, education, business, health sciences, and technology. The faculty engages in research and creative activity, both to develop and maintain their own scholarly expertise and to extend human knowledge. The results of that research and other creative efforts are made
available to students in the classroom and to the general public through publication, technology transfer, and public service activities. The institution also seeks to serve individuals who desire to enhance their professional development, broaden their perspectives, or enrich their lives.

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The University of Texas at Tyler

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The University of Texas at Tyler, also referred to as UT Tyler, is a public university located in Tyler, Texas, USA. It has a student body of over 6,100, a 17:1 student to faculty ratio, and a sprawling, park-like campus. UT Tyler is a part of the University of Texas System.

History

The University of Texas at Tyler was originally founded in 1971 as Tyler State College. It was renamed Texas Eastern College in 1975, and then joined the University of Texas System in 1979. UT Tyler was initially an upper level university, teaching only upper division undergraduate and graduate level classes. In 1997, with the addition of lower division classes, UT Tyler became a full four-year university. It is the only UT System campus serving the East Texas region.

Campus

UT Tyler’s main campus is located on in Tyler, Texas. The university has satellite campuses in nearby cities of Longview, Texas and Palestine, Texas.

The Herrington Patriot Center includes a state-of-the-art fitness center with cardio-theater and circuit training, racquetball court, heated pool and spa, indoor walking/jogging track, and gymnasium/convocation area with basketball/volleyball court and seating for 2,300.

UT Tyler’s R. Don Cowan Fine and Performing Arts Center attracts a wide array of cultural entertainment, and 26,000 patrons attend the performances annually.

UT Tyler offers over 80 student organizations including Greek fraternities and sororities.

Buildings

  • Administration Building (ADM)
  • Art Studio (ART)
  • Business Administration Building (BUS)
  • Bill Ratliff Engineering and Science Complex (RBS and RBN)
  • Braithwaite Building (BRB)
  • Physical and Health Education Building (PHE)
  • Herrington Patriot Center (HPC)
  • Hudnall-Pirtle-Roosth Building (HPR)
  • Ornelas Residence Hall (ORH)
  • Patriot Village Apartments (PVL)
  • Power Plant (PPN and PPS)
  • Physical Plant (PHY)
  • R. Don Cowan Fine and Performing Arts Center (FPAC)
  • Robert R. Muntz Library (LIB)
  • Sciences and Mathematics Building (SCI)
  • Summers Tennis Center (STC)
  • Temporary Classroom Building (TCB)
  • University Center (UC)
  • University Health Clinic (UHC)
  • University Pines Apartments (UPA)
  • University Service Center (USC)

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Quick Facts

Chance of Admission:
Location:
Southwest
Setting:
Large Town Setting
Type:
Public
Size:
Medium (2,000 to 5,000 Undergrad)

Students & Campus Life

Undergraduate Enrollment:
3,607
On Campus Housing:
Available
Full Time Students:
99%
Athletic Programs:
Available
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Expenses

Average Tuition:
$ 10,083
Students Receiving Aid:
93%
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Admissions

Selectivity:
Selective
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Students

General
Full-Time vs. Part-Time
Full-Time 99%
Part-Time 1%
Men vs. Women
Women 56%
Men 44%
Race/Ethnicity
Caucasian 80%
African-American 9%
Other 6%
Hispanic 4%
Asian 1%
Geography
In State vs. Out-of-State
In-State 95%
Out-of-State 5%
Top States for Incoming Freshman
Texas 95%
Louisiana 1%
California 0%
Colorado 0%
New York 0%
Percent of Students International: 1%

Housing

On-Campus Housing Available: Yes
Percent of Students Living On-Campus: 13%
Freshman Students Required to Live on Campus: No

Athletics

Member of: NAA, NCAA
Sports Include: Basketball (American Southwest Conference)
Baseball (American Southwest Conference)
Track (American Southwest Conference)
Tuition & Fees (undergraduate) In-State Out-of-State  
Published Tuition and Fees:
$ 3,459 $ 10,083  
Average Tuition for Full-Time Undergrads:
$ 2,760 $ 9,384  
Required Fees for Full-Time Undergrads:
$ 699 $ 699  
Financial Aid Avg. Amount Received % of Students Receiving Aid  
Federal Grants:
$ 2,659 24%  
State and Local Grants:
$ 2,062 13%  
Institutional Grants:
$ 1,480 78%  
Student Loans:
$ 2,287 37%  
Any Aid:
  93%  

Selectivity (Undergraduate Only)

Acceptance Rate: 75% (Selective)
Test Scores  
SAT Scores:  
% of Students Submitting SAT Scores: 73%
Bottom 25th Percentile: Verbal: 480, Math: 490
Top 75th Percentile: Verbal: 580, Math: 600
ACT Scores:  
% of Students Submitting ACT Scores: 54%
Bottom 25th Percentile: Composite: 20, Verbal: 19, Math: 20
Top 75th Percentile: Composite: 25, Verbal: 25, Math: 25

Application Requirements (Undergraduate Only)

Formal Demonstration of Competencies: Not Required
High School Diploma or Equivalent: Recommended
High School GPA: Required
High School Rank: Required
High School Record: Required
Recommendations: Not Required
TOEFL: Required
Test Scores: Required

Degree Programs at The University of Texas at Tyler

Bachelor's Level Majors

Photos

  • University of Texas - UT TYLER LOGO
    University of Texas - UT TYLER LOGO [source]
  • Harvey Lake, located in the middle of the UT Tyler campus
    Harvey Lake, located in the middle of the UT Tyler campus [source]
  • One of the most prominent features of the UT Tyler campus is the Riter Tower, an 88 foot carillon featuring 58 bells. The tower was built with a $1.35 million dollar gift from Mr. and Mrs. A.W. "Dub" Riter Jr. It is the largest carillon in Texas, and...
    One of the most prominent features of the UT Tyler campus is the Riter Tower, an 88 foot carillon featuring 58 bells. The tower was built with a $1.35 million dollar gift from Mr. and Mrs. A.W. "Dub" Riter Jr. It is the largest carillon in Texas, and... [source]
  • Student rides in car made during art class
    Student rides in car made during art class [source]
  • UT Tyler Women's Basketball Team
    UT Tyler Women's Basketball Team [source]
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