The University of Texas at El Paso

It is not difficult to get into The University of Texas at El Paso. The university admitted 100% of all applicants in 2021. Last year, 13,121 students applied to The University of Texas at El Paso and 13,117 were admitted.

If you are applying to The University of Texas at El Paso, the deadline for Fall 2024 admissions is 5/1 and there is no application fee, which means it is free to apply.

The University of Texas at El Paso Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of The University of Texas at El Paso's admissions stats.

The University of Texas at El Paso 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.3
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	17%
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	78%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	11%
Waitlist	No

The University of Texas at El Paso Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for The University of Texas at El Paso.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–
Regular Decision	Yes	5 1	–

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The University of Texas at El Paso does not offer early decision or early action.

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Is The University of Texas at El Paso Difficult To Get Into?

UT El Paso is a not difficult school to get into. UT El Paso evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2022, UT El Paso accepted 100% of all applicants, about 13,117 from the 13,121 applicants.

Schools that are not difficult to get into, like UT El Paso, accept up to 95% of applicants. Most admitted students scored at most a 1010 on the SAT and a 19 on the ACT. Admissions to international students is program moderately difficult.

Transferring to The University of Texas at El Paso

It is not difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to The University of Texas at El Paso

The University of Texas at El Paso has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does The University of Texas at El Paso Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are given the most weight in the admissions process. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that prioritize the areas where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at The University of Texas at El Paso

What does The University of Texas at El Paso consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Class Rank	Important
Standardized Test Scores	Important
Academic GPA	Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Important

Make sure to check with The University of Texas at El Paso for more information on admission factors.

The University of Texas at El Paso Application Requirements

To apply to The University of Texas at El Paso, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with The University of Texas at El Paso's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Other Requirements	–	–	–	Test scores; Demonstration of college-readiness placement; A writing sample
Transcript of High School Record	–	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into The University of Texas at El Paso?

Students admitted to The University of Texas at El Paso have an average unweighted GPA of 3.3.

Out of all students that were admitted, 94% submitted a class rank. At The University of Texas at El Paso 17% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 40% were in the top 25% and 67% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At The University of Texas at El Paso, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	1%
3.75 and 3.99	18%
3.50 and 3.74	23%
3.25 and 3.49	21%
3.00 and 3.24	16%
2.50 and 2.9	13%
2.00 and 2.49	6%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to The University of Texas at El Paso directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

The University of Texas at El Paso is not test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2021, 78% of The University of Texas at El Paso's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 11% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of The University of Texas at El Paso students scored 540 or higher and 75% of students scored 450 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of The University of Texas at El Paso students scored 560 or higher, and 75% scored a 450 or higher.

To be most competitive at The University of Texas at El Paso, you should strive to earn between 17 and 22 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 22 means you fall in the 75th percentile for The University of Texas at El Paso's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 22, and three out of four students scored lower than 22 on the ACT.

A 17 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for The University of Texas at El Paso students. Only one out of every four students scored below 17.

More Information on Transferring to The University of Texas at El Paso

For transfer students, it is not difficult to get admitted to The University of Texas at El Paso. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in The University of Texas at El Paso during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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The University of Texas at El Paso Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to The University of Texas at El Paso?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to The University of Texas at El Paso.

Does The University of Texas at El Paso accept transfer credits?

✅ The University of Texas at El Paso accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. The University of Texas at El Paso accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does The University of Texas at El Paso accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

❌ The University of Texas at El Paso does not accept International Baccalaureate credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to The University of Texas at El Paso?

✅ The University of Texas at El Paso is not test optional.

What is The University of Texas at El Paso's acceptance rate?

✅ The University of Texas at El Paso has an acceptance rate of 100%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at The University of Texas at El Paso?

❌ The University of Texas at El Paso does not offer early decision.

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