UTA is a comprehensive research university built for the 21st century, and the first choice institution for more than 60,000 students.
With competitively priced tuition, generous scholarship programs, and robust financial aid programs we keep university costs affordable. In 2017, UTA was ranked No. 2 in the nation in the national university group for graduating students with the least amount of debt owed for their education.
We’re among the 20 fastest-growing universities in the nation, and that’s just the beginning. We’re recognized as a Next Generation University by the New America Foundation—one of only six schools in the nation and the only one in Texas.
Everything we do is about supporting our students at every level. From the Honors College, to Freshman Interest Groups, and University College, we offer services to help your student succeed.
Our accomplished faculty are world-renowned for their expert knowledge and groundbreaking research. What happens here can change the world.
With internships, service learning, and work study opportunities, we match students’ talents and goals to real-world, career experience. Our location in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex means there are countless prospects to grow as a working professional.
The University of Texas at Arlington is ranked among the top 100 safest campuses in America, according to The National Council for Home Safety and Security. And UTA is just one of nine Texas colleges or universities to earn the top 100 ranking. We are committed to safety and we are proud to have been recognized for it.
2019 Campus Security and Fire Safety ReportUTA offers over $30 million in scholarships annually to incoming, transfer and current students. At UTA students are our #1 priority, and we understand that scholarships are important to our students. The UTA scholarship program is committed to rewarding academic excellence and to improving access to college.
ScholarshipsAs a parent, you understand that college is an investment for your child's future. UTA offers low tuition rates, grants and financial aid. If your student or family member has contributed to a private 529 college savings plan, review tuition plans tailored to assist funding your child's future.
Financial Aid ResourcesHigh school is a pivotal time to plan and prepare for getting into and succeeding in college. We’ve assembled advice, tips, and checklists to help you and your student along the way.
Monitor your student's study habits and grades. Encourage them to take advantage of study-skills and time management resources from their high school. Students should study about 1 hour for every hour they are in class. College students need to study about 2 hours for every hour they are in class.
Encourage challenging coursework like Advanced Placement (AP) or Pre-AP classes. In order to receive AP college credit, students need to earn specific scores on the AP tests for the AP classes they were enrolled in.
AP college creditEncourage responsibility and independence in your student by suggesting they join clubs and organizations or get a part-time job.
Encourage your students to take the PSAT to help prepare them for future testing.
Learn MoreStart making a list of potential colleges and universities that offer their intended major.
Explore MajorsIt's time to continue reviewing test prep materials for the big test and register for the SAT or ACT.
Learn MoreMeet with a college admissions counselor and have questions prepared. UTA admission counselors visit Texas high schools throughout the year.
Find a CounselorVisit college campuses and help your student picture their life there and how college their experience will be. Explore the possibilities with a UTA campus tour.
Schedule a TourDiscuss career options with your student, research majors and programs, and talk about what they're most interested in pursuing.