1. Complete the ApplyTexas Application
Apply online through ApplyTexas
Apply Now Through ApplyTexasInternational Transfer
Follow these steps to complete your application for admissions as a international transfer student.
Application Priority Dates
Fall: February 14
Spring: October 15
Summer: April 1
Applications are accepted after the priority dates. Please submit the application and required documents by the priority date for guaranteed consideration.
College of Architecture, Planning & Public Affairs (CAPPA)
*CAPPA has specific application priority dates for specific programs. Review CAPPA enrollment deadlines for more information.*
Admissions Applications
UTA accepts applications through ApplyTexas.
Scholarship Deadlines
Outstanding Transfer Scholarship: February 14
Transfer Honors Scholarship: February 14
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.
Eligibility Requirements for International Transfer Students
| Transferable Credit hours | Minimum Acceptable GPA | Additional Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Less than 24 | 2.50 |
Must meet freshmen admission requirements and:
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| 24 hours or more | 2.50 |
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How to Apply
Follow these steps to complete your admissions application.
2. Pay the Application Fee
If you did not submit your application fee at the time of submitting your admissions application you can pay online. Transfer students are not eligible for fee waivers.
Pay Application Fee Online3. Submit Official Transcripts
Please be advised, students can submit unofficial transcripts for admission through summer 2023. Students who submit unofficial transcripts to be reviewed for admission will still need to submit their official transcripts once the institution(s) have made them available. Official transcripts should be received no later than the 12th class day of a student’s first semester. You can submit your official transcripts to the Office of Admissions electronically or by mail.
Learn more about submitting official transcripts4. Submit English Language Test Scores
Submit official TOEFL test scores if you are from a non-native English speaking country. The minimum acceptable TOEFL score is 550 for the paper based test, and 79 on the internet based test. For IELTS we require a minimum score of 6.5. UTA also accepts Duolingo with a required minimum score of 100. If you have taken both ENGL 1301 and ENGLI 1302, you are exempt from this requirement.
Learn More About English Language Test Score Requirements5. Check Admissions Status
You can check your admissions status through the MyMav student portal, where you can also review if you have any missing items needed to complete your application.
Check Your Admissions Status in MyMav
International Admissions Forms
Cost of Attendance & Visa Requirements
The U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Service requires that you show proof that adequate resources are available to meet their first year of educational and living expenses, currently estimated at $42,706. A completed financial statement form must be completed and returned with the indicated documentation before an I-20 can be issued. Financial documents may be submitted online. If you are already studying in the U.S. on an F-1 (student) visa, you must have established transfer eligibility before transfer is initiated by UTA by submitting a school transfer notification.