UNT Description

University of North Texas in Denton, Texas, is one of the largest universities in the state. Academics, student life activities and financial aid options are numerous and wide ranging.

University of North Texas is home to more than 10 distinctive schools, which award more than 200 degrees at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Some of the university's degree-granting schools include:

  • Arts and Sciences
  • Engineering
  • Journalism
  • Music
  • Public Affairs and Community Service
  • Visual Arts and Design

College life activities include numerous student clubs and organizations, student government activities, volunteer opportunities, and arts and cultural activities.

The University of North Texas awards various scholarships to help eligible students cover tuition costs. The criteria for most freshman scholarships are high school ranking and ACT or SAT scores. Continuing students who wish to obtain scholarships should have a minimum GPA of 3.25. University of North Texas also provides federal and state grants, federal and private loans and work-study awards. There are also academic grants for those pursuing specific majors or professions.

Prospective students must submit an online application, along with transcripts and SAT or ACT scores.

For more information, please visit http://go.unt.edu.

Quick Facts about University of North Texas

Location

Southwest

Setting

Large Town Setting

Type

Public

Size

Very Large (+10,000 Undergrad)

Mascots

Mean Green, Lady Eagles

Nickname

UNT

Website

www.unt.edu

On-Campus Housing Available

Yes

Selectivity

Selective

In-State Tuition

$6,184

Out-of-State Tuition

$15,574

Retention Rate

78%

Enrollment

35,596

Year Established

1890

UNT Ratings & Reviews

Overall School Rating: 4.5 See all ratings

57% of students gave University of North Texas 4 stars overall.

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Student at This School - Grad Year 2012

Overall Rating:
4

Detailed Ratings

I love this school. There is always something to do and activites are always very publicized. They offer so many tools to help students succeed. You can access computers 24-7 and the faculty is very friendly and willing to help. The school wants everyone to succeed and tries to do whatever they can to to make that happen. The atmosphere here is just perfect for any one and every one!

Student at This School - Grad Year 2013

Overall Rating:
5

Detailed Ratings

This college is transfer friendly for Tarrant County Junior College students to articulate the most hours for a seamless transition. Since the campus is much larger than a junior college prepare early for Financial Aid and set up your accounts online early. Check on Books before a semester starts.

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UNT Students

Full-Time Undergrad Students
27,812
Freshman Class
5,199
Total Students (Undergrads & Graduate Students)
35,596

Undergraduate vs. Graduate

Undergraduate
78%
Graduate
22%

Full-Time vs. Part-Time Students

Full-Time
79%
Part-Time
21%

Students Coming From In-State vs. Out-of-State

In-State
78%
Out-of-State
22%

Gender of Students

Women
56%
Men
44%

Ethnic Diversity

African-American
12%
Asian
5%
Caucasian
67%
Latino
12%
Other
4%

Students State Origin

Texas
78%
Other
22%

International Students

International
5%
Domestic
95%

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