First-Year Students

How To Apply

  1. Submit the Application

     We recommend using the Common App to apply, but you can also apply using the Apply Texas application.

  2. Pay the Application Fee or Submit a Fee Waiver

     If you didn’t pay your application fee when you submitted your admission application, you can pay it online. A decision on your application cannot be rendered until all required documents and fees are received. Application fees are non-refundable.

    UTA offers fee waivers for qualifying first-year applicants; however, waivers are not available for Accelerated Online programs.

     Pay Your Application Fee
    Register an account to pay your app fee. Use the same email address you used on your application so we can accurately match your payment to your file.

    Fee Waiver Eligibility and How to Request One

  3. Self-Report or Submit Transcripts

     You can complete the self-reported transcript and academic record system (STARS) or submit official transcripts. Completing the STARS allows you to complete your application to UTA for a quicker application processing time and, therefore, a quicker admission decision. Learn More About Self-Reporting and Submitting Transcripts

  4. Submit Test Scores

     UTA is test-score-optional for admission, however, submitting test scores can help determine admissions decisions, testing exemptions and scholarship opportunities.

  5. Track Your Admission Status

     Track the status of your admissions through your MyMav student portal. Under the admissions section, you will see the status of your application. If you have a status of "Incomplete," please refer to your to-do list for any items that we may still need from you. Please note that it can take up to 5-7 business days for submitted application materials to be processed and removed from your to-do list. If you have a status of "Complete," please allow up to 3-5 weeks for us to process an admission decision. Learn More About Accessing MyMav

Dates, Deadlines, Requirements

Admission Requirements

Rank GPA+ TEST SCORES++

(OPTIONAL BUT ENCOURAGED)

SAT		 TEST SCORES++

(OPTIONAL BUT ENCOURAGED)

ACT		 ADVANCED CREDITS EARNED+++
Any 3.25+ NO MINIMUM
TOP QUARTILE NO MINIMUM
2ND QUARTILE ANY 1130 23 5
3RD QUARTILE ANY 1250 26 9
NO RANK 3.25+ NO MINIMUM
3.0-3.24 1130 23 NO MINIMUM
2.90-2.99 1250 26 NO MINIMUM

Any applicant not meeting the guaranteed admission criteria above will be considered for admission under individual holistic review.

+Minimum unweighted on a 4.0 scale.
++Scores listed are the minimum required scores. The SAT score is calculated by combining the highest Evidence-Based Reading, Writing, and Math scores. The ACT is the composite score, which includes the English, Reading, Math, and Science sections. UTA does not require an essay. If you apply for admission without these test scores, your application will be evaluated based on high school records.
+++Numbers listed are the minimum. Advanced credits include dual enrollment, AP, IB, and honors.

Individual Holistic Review

Beginning Fall 2025 and beyond, applicants who do not meet guaranteed admissions requirements at UTA will automatically go through an individual review process. The individual review process at UTA will a holistic review of the high school academic record, academic achievements, advance credits pursued, GPA, test score, and a review of a personal statement to be requested on the application asking students to articulate any challenges or other extenuating circumstances experienced during their high school career and what they’ve done to overcome them. Students admitted under individual holistic review are admitted under conditional admission. Students conditionally admitted do not have a minimum level of enrollment and must achieve a 2.0 GPA at the end of their first term of enrollment at UTA.

Test Score Optional

UTA is currently test optional, therefore SAT and ACT scores are not required for an admissions decision. However, submitting test scores can help determine admissions decisions, testing exemptions and scholarship opportunities.

If you have taken the SAT or ACT and would like your scores to be included in the evaluation of your application, please have your scores sent electronically to UTA’s Admissions Office.

Non-Ranking High Schools and Home School Students

Students should apply as a first-year student and submit the required documents and fees.

Application Priority Dates

Fall: February 15
Spring: October 15
Summer: April 1

Although applications are accepted after the priority date, submitting your application and required documents will ensure guaranteed consideration.

College of Architecture, Planning & Public Affairs (CAPPA)

CAPPA has specific priority dates and deadlines. Review CAPPA admission deadlines for more information.

Admissions Applications

UTA accepts applications through ApplyTexas and The Common Application.

Merit-Based Scholarship and Financial Aid Deadlines

Scholarship Deadline: March 1

Please note that some deadlines are earlier than application priority dates. You must submit your admissions application, along with all required documents to be considered for these scholarships.

Visit the UTA Financial Aid Page for updates about submitting the FAFSA.

Learn More about Merit-Based Scholarships and Financial Aid

First-Year Admission Programs

Bound for Success

The value of a college education has never been greater. If you're in the top 25 percent of your class starting in your junior year, you're eligible to participate in the Bound for Success Program!

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Promise Partnerships

Promise Partnerships are a coalition of high school and community colleges to make a bachelor's degree affordable. Partnerships include Dallas County Promise, Red River Promise and Texoma Promise.

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T3 Partnership

UTA and T3 aim to make a world-class bachelor’s degree attainable. Our goal is to guide and support you on your journey through higher education, financially, academically, and personally.

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Early Admission Program

The Early Admission Program at UTA is available to applicants who wish to begin their college education following their sophomore or junior year of high school.

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