University of North Texas

University of North Texas Double Stacked Academic Wordmark
University of North Texas Double Stacked Academic Wordmark
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School Description

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The University of North Texas is a recognized student-centered public research university where we harness the power of ideas through a culture of learning based on diverse viewpoints, interdisciplinary endeavors, creativity and disciplined excellence.

This is accomplished through a broad and balanced array of programs where well-prepared students and dedicated scholars and artists collaborate with our local and global communities in the creation, integration, application and dissemination of knowledge. In this way, UNT creates an enriched and sustainable future for our students, state, nation and world.

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University of North Texas

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The University of North Texas (informally UNT or North Texas) is a public university located in Denton, Texas. UNT is the flagship of the University of North Texas System, which also includes the UNT Health Science Center at Fort Worth and the UNT Dallas Campus.

The university was founded in 1890 by Joshua Chilton as the Texas Normal College and Teacher Training Institute. Since its inception, the institution has had its name modified six times to reflect its growth and change. In 1894, the name became North Texas Normal College, followed by North Texas State Normal College in 1901. The institution was known as North Texas State Teachers College in 1923, North Texas State College in 1949, and North Texas State University in 1961, before becoming the University of North Texas in 1989. With an enrollment of over 34,000 students, it is the largest university in North Texas and the third largest in the state by enrollment. The university is also the tenth largest university by undergraduate enrollment in the United States.

The university is a member of the Federation of North Texas Area Universities, offering various graduate degrees in coordination with Texas Woman's University and Texas A&M University-Commerce. The university is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS).

Academics

The University of North Texas confers degrees from eleven colleges and schools:

  • College of Arts and Sciences
  • College of Business Administration
  • College of Education
  • College of Engineering
  • College of Law
  • College of Music
  • College of Public Affairs and Community Service
  • College of Visual Arts and Design
  • School of Library and Information Sciences
  • School of Merchandising and Hospitality Management
  • Toulouse School of Graduate Studies

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Quick Facts

Chance of Admission:
Location:
Southwest
Setting:
Large Town Setting
Type:
Public
Size:
Very Large (+10,000 Undergrad)
Mascots:
Mean Green, Lady Eagles
Nickname:
UNT

Students & Campus Life

Undergraduate Enrollment:
23,862
On Campus Housing:
Available
Full Time Students:
96%
Athletic Programs:
Available
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Expenses

Average Tuition:
$ 11,347
Students Receiving Aid:
60%
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Admissions

Application Fee:
$ 40
Selectivity:
Selective
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Students

General
Full-Time vs. Part-Time
Full-Time 96%
Part-Time 4%
Men vs. Women
Women 57%
Men 43%
Race/Ethnicity
Caucasian 71%
African-American 11%
Hispanic 10%
Other 4%
Asian 4%
Geography
In State vs. Out-of-State
In-State 94%
Out-of-State 6%
Top States for Incoming Freshman
Texas 94%
Georgia 0%
Arkansas 0%
Ohio 0%
Missouri 0%
Percent of Students International: 5%

Housing

On-Campus Housing Available: Yes
Percent of Students Living On-Campus: 20%
Freshman Students Required to Live on Campus: Yes

Athletics

Member of: NAA, NCAA
Sports Include: Football (Sun Belt Conference)
Basketball (Sun Belt Conference)
Track (Sun Belt Conference)
Tuition & Fees (undergraduate) In-State Out-of-State  
Published Tuition and Fees:
$ 4,723 $ 11,347  
Average Tuition for Full-Time Undergrads:
$ 3,144 $ 9,768  
Required Fees for Full-Time Undergrads:
$ 1,579 $ 1,579  
Financial Aid Avg. Amount Received % of Students Receiving Aid  
Federal Grants:
$ 2,821 22%  
State and Local Grants:
$ 2,373 38%  
Institutional Grants:
$ 1,979 15%  
Student Loans:
$ 3,646 51%  
Any Aid:
  60%  

Selectivity (Undergraduate Only)

Acceptance Rate: 69% (Selective)
Test Scores  
SAT Scores:  
% of Students Submitting SAT Scores: 82%
Bottom 25th Percentile: Verbal: 490, Math: 500
Top 75th Percentile: Verbal: 600, Math: 610

Application Requirements (Undergraduate Only)

Application Fee: $ 40.00
Formal Demonstration of Competencies: Not Required
High School Diploma or Equivalent: Recommended
High School GPA: Not Required
High School Rank: Required
High School Record: Required
Recommendations: Recommended
TOEFL: Required
Test Scores: Required

Degree Programs at University of North Texas

Bachelor's Level Majors

College Advice

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I want a university for MS in electrical eng-cont: 1-Be placed in an urban city and a very big city(like newyork city or california-los angles) and populated with a social atmosphere, 2- be a very good or good university in these fields(electrica lengineering-control systems or image proccessing or systems engineering) so that I can find a good job after graduation 3-also provides good financial aid for intrnational students.and good support. 4-Has a larg student body. 5-accepts international students. 7-Has nice girls! Can you suppose any one to me? what about these universities?(University of southern california in los angles-columbia university in the city of new york-Cooper Union-California state university in los angles-Berekly)? My records: GPA:3.2/4 GRE:Not taken yet but from practice tests:Verbal:300 QUAntative:98% TOEFL:OK No previous researches! No publications! (I know it is not good but I can do better in MS) what university do you suppos
24 months ago
Best Answer
The University of North Texas near Dallas, Texas, has a brand-new Master's in Electrical Engineering that will begin in Fall 2007 as part of the UNT's prestigious College of Engineering. The UNT College of Engineering has consistently received numerous national grants, government funding, and awards for its programming and research. You can check out our College of Engineering department at http://www.eng.unt.edu/index.htm and get more information about our new MS in Electrical Engineering at http://www.ee.unt.edu/. Best wishes! UNT International Admissions, www.international.unt.edu

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  • University of North Texas Double Stacked Academic Wordmark
    University of North Texas Double Stacked Academic Wordmark [source]
  • UNT's Athletic Teams are commonly referred to as the Mean Green
    UNT's Athletic Teams are commonly referred to as the Mean Green [source]
  • "In High Places" is a prominent representation of the eagle on campus.
    "In High Places" is a prominent representation of the eagle on campus. [source]
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    Image:University of North Texas wordmark with lettermark.png [source]

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