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University of North Texas

Denton, TX 4-Year Public
Acceptance Rate82%

UNT Admissions

It is moderately difficult to get into University of North Texas. The acceptance rate at University of North Texas is 82%. Last year, 24,455 students applied to University of North Texas and 20,070 were admitted.

If you are applying to University of North Texas, the regular decision application deadline is August 1 and the application fee costs $75.

Students who apply to University of North Texas for the fall semester should hear back from University of North Texas by August 1.

University of North Texas Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of University of North Texas's admissions stats.

University of North Texas 2023 Admissions Statistics
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class 22%
Admissions Test Policy Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs 48%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs 18%
Waitlist No

University of North Texas Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of North Texas.

Application Type Offered Application Deadline Notification Deadline
Early Decision I Info Not Available
Early Decision II
Early Action No
Regular Decision Yes 8 1 August 1

Considering Applying Early to University of North Texas?


University of North Texas may or may not offer early admission, however the school has not provided any application information. Check with University of North Texas directly for more information about early applications.

➡️ Discover a list of some top colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.


More on University of North Texas Admissions


Is University of North Texas Hard To Get Into?

Getting into UNT is moderately difficult. UNT has open admissions, which means admission is not competitive and any applicants that met the basic requirements can enroll.

In 2022, UNT accepted 82% of all applicants, around 20,070 of the 24,455 students who applied.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like UNT, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT.

Transferring to University of North Texas

It is moderately difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to University of North Texas

University of North Texas has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into University of North Texas?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines 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 apply to colleges that prioritize the areas where you shine.

Admissions Factors at University of North Texas

What does University of North Texas 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 Very Important
Standardized Test Scores Very Important
Academic GPA Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record Very Important
Character/Personal Qualities Considered
Application Essay Considered
Extracurricular Activities Considered
Geographical Residence Considered
Recommendation(s) Considered
Talent/Ability Considered
Volunteer Work Considered
Work Experience Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest Considered
First Generation Considered

Make sure to check with University of North Texas for more information on admission factors.

University of North Texas Application Requirements

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

Area Required Recommended Required for Some Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement
Interview
Transcript(S) of College Record
Transcript of High School Record
Standardized Test Scores
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)

GPA and Testing


What GPA Do I Need To Get Into University of North Texas?

University of North Texas has not provided an information about GPAs of accepted students. Any questions regarding applicant expectations should be addressed directly with the school.

Out of all students that were admitted, 79% submitted a class rank. At University of North Texas 22% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 47% were in the top 25% and 78% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At University of North Texas, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA Percent of Students
4.0 GPA
3.75 and 3.99
3.50 and 3.74
3.25 and 3.49
3.00 and 3.24
2.50 and 2.9
2.00 and 2.49

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 University of North Texas directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects 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

University of North Texas has a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 48% of University of North Texas's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 18% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for University of North Texas?

To be competitive with other University of North Texas applicants, you should strive to earn between 1020 and 1230 (or higher!) on the SAT. At University of North Texas 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1230 and 25% of scored lower than 1020, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of University of North Texas students scored 610 or higher and 75% of students scored 510 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of University of North Texas students scored 630 or higher, and 75% scored a 510 or higher.

To be most competitive at University of North Texas, you should strive to earn between 19 and 26 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 26 means you fall in the 75th percentile for University of North Texas's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 26, and three out of four students scored lower than 26 on the ACT.

A 19 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for University of North Texas students. Only one out of every four students scored below 19.

More Information on Transferring to University of North Texas

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to University of North Texas.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is August 1. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in University of North Texas during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term


University of North Texas Admissions FAQs


Can I defer my acceptance to University of North Texas?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to University of North Texas.

Does University of North Texas accept transfer credits?

✅ University of North Texas accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. University of North Texas accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does University of North Texas accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ University of North Texas accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to University of North Texas?

❌ No, University of North Texas is test optional, so you can decide whether to send your standardized test scores. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you should strongly consider submitting them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is University of North Texas's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for University of North Texas is 82%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at University of North Texas?

🟨 University of North Texas may or may not offer early decision. The school has not provided any information on early decision including ED acceptance rates.

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UNT Admissions Requirements

Admission Difficulty

Somewhat Selective

82%

How hard is it to get into UNT? UNT is a somewhat selective institution. The UNT acceptance rate is 82%. This means that the institution accepts 82 out of every 100 applicants.

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UNT Application Deadline

First-Year Applications are Due

Aug 1

Transfer Applications are Due

Aug 1

The deadline for Fall first-year applications to UNT is Aug 1.

The deadline for Fall transfer applications to UNT is Aug 1.

Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs

UNT SAT Scores

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Composite SAT Range

1020 - 1230

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Math SAT Range

500 - 610

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Reading SAT Range

510 - 630

UNT GPA

Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)

Not available

Data Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved

Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

42,168

Campus Setting

Suburban

Acceptance Rate

82%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$11,140

Out-of-State

$20,932

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Aug 1
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