The University of Texas at Dallas

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The University of Texas at Dallas is an innovative institution made up of eight schools in the heart of North Texas.
The University of Texas at Dallas is a Carnegie R1 classification (Doctoral Universities – Highest research activity) institution, located in a suburban setting 20 miles north of downtown Dallas. The University enrolls more than 27,600 students — 18,380 undergraduate and 9,250 graduate —and offers a broad array of bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degree programs.
Established by Eugene McDermott, J. Erik Jonsson, and Cecil Green, the founders of Texas Instruments, UT Dallas is a young institution driven by its founders' entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to academic excellence. In 1969, the public research institution joined The University of Texas System and became The University of Texas at Dallas. A high-energy, nimble, innovative institution, UT Dallas offers top-ranked science, engineering, and business programs. It has gained prominence for a breadth of educational paths from audiology to arts and technology.
UT Dallas' faculty includes a Nobel laureate, six members of the National Academies, and more than 560 tenured and tenure-track professors.
Since its founding in the 1960s, UT Dallas has grown to have more than 27,600 students and more than140 degree programs.
UT Dallas continues to build a future as bright as its beginnings, preparing graduates for leadership roles in science, business, research, the arts, government, and the global community. The University of Texas at Dallas provides the State of Texas and the nation with excellent, innovative education and research.
The University is committed to graduating well-rounded citizens whose education has prepared them for rewarding lives and productive careers in a constantly changing world to continually improving educational and research programs in the arts and sciences, engineering, and management, and to assisting the commercialization of intellectual capital generated by students, staff, and faculty.
UT Dallas is different by design. The differences are our defining characteristics. We are the school where the 'rock stars' do things like make animated films, build robots and play chess. We are the school where students regularly win at the national level in the debate, engineering design, and competition for business ideas. And UTD is the proud home to fine student-athletes, more than a few of whom have achieved Academic All-American status. For those reasons and many more, students are choosing UTD in ever-increasing numbers.
A high-energy, innovative institution, UT Dallas offers top-ranked business, engineering, and science programs. It has gained prominence for a breadth of educational paths from audiology to arts and technology. Scholarships are sometimes referred to as "gift aid" because they provide funding that does not have to be repaid. Generally, scholarships are awarded based on merit, but some may also require that they demonstrate financial need. Scholarships are considered a resource. If you receive a scholarship or any financial assistance that is not listed in your award notice, federal regulations require you to report it to the Office of Financial Aid. We will then review and, if necessary, recalculate your overall aid eligibility.
The University of Texas at Dallas offers many scholarship opportunities for incoming first-time newcomers, transfer students, graduate students, and all continuing students. Some scholarship programs provide funding throughout the student's undergraduate or graduate career, provided they meet continuing eligibility requirements.
Life as a Comet is fun. You'll find things like a full-service residential community, plus athletics, University Recreation, and an activity center. You'll also have access to health, counseling, and career centers and a wide range of student organizations to join. Whether you're searching for new friends or for a way to connect with a cause, opportunities abound at UT Dallas.
Living Learning Communities are groups of freshmen who share common academic goals or interests. Students involved in these communities live in the LLC residence hall, enroll in courses, and participate in customized group activities.
The Career Center provides career development workshops, career counseling, mock interviews, resume critiques, job search preparation, and career expos. The center also helps students find employment while in school, including internship opportunities related to their majors.
Student Organizations play an important role in campus life. In addition to the many established organizations, students can form new organizations when they find at least four other students with similar interests. The Student Success Center offers individualized tutoring, peer-led team learning, supplemental instruction, and collaborative group study to help students achieve their academic goals.
Spirit Programs include the UT Dallas mascot, cheerleaders, power dancers, a pep band, and the Crush Crew. Each promotes school spirit, sportsmanship, and school loyalty through athletic teams and other student activities.
UT Dallas enjoys a diverse student population. Our International Center oversees education abroad, international student services, intercultural programs, international risk and safety, and international partnership development. The Multicultural Center provides cultural programs, educational resources, leadership opportunities, and support services.
UT Dallas welcomes students from around the world to study in 90 master's and doctoral degree programs. More than 5,400 international students from over 100 countries attend UT Dallas.

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