THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT ARLINGTON (UT Arlington)
- 701 S. Nedderman Dr.
- Arlington, TX 76013
- OPEID College Code: 00365600
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- General Phone: (817) 272-2011
- President: Mr. James Spaniolo
- Type: Public, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Four-One-Four Plan
- Highest Degree: Doctoral - Research
- Local Area: Large City
- Student Enrollment: 28,085
- College Alias: UT Arlington
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The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or UT Arlington) is a larger university situated in Arlington, Texas near the busy Dallas-Fort Worth. UT Arlington is one of nine universities in the University of Texas System. UT Arlington offers nearly 190 degrees at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels in a wide range of disciplines. The university also offers professional development programs. UT Arlington is classified as a research university with high research activity. Many discoveries have been pioneered and patents made by UTA faculty, and the university offers state-of-the-art facilities, equipment and technology. The UT Arlington also offers distance education and continuing education.
UT Arlington is notable for the diversity of its students and programs. UTA ranks in the top 10 percent of the nation's universities for its racial diversity. It is known as a national model of Hispanic student success. Its Business College's "Asia Executive MBA Program" is one of the largest foreign universities in China. The Department of Art offers a glass art program that attracts some of the most talented and innovative artists in the nation.
History
The University of Texas was established in 1881. The Board of Regents of the University of Texas System was also established in 1881.
Academics
The academic calendar of the UT Arlington essentially follows a quarter system format, with a fall term, winter "intersession, spring term, and summer sessions.
Colleges and Schools
UT Arlington has 12 colleges and schools:
- School of Architecture
- College of Business
- College of Education and Health Professions
- College of Engineering
- Graduate School
- Honors College
- College of Liberal Arts
- College of Nursing
- College of Science
- School of Social Work
- University College
- School of Urban and Public Affairs
Student Life
Students at UTA can get involved in the more than 280 student organizations and clubs available on campus. There area also many special events, guest speakers and music concerts offered on campus throughout the year, featuring headline performers. Intramural sports are numerous, including a wheelchair basketball team known as "The Movin' Mavs."
There are opportunities for civic engagement through the UTA Volunteers program, Service Learning program, Leadership Center, and more. There are many active chapters of fraternities and sororities at UT Arlington, along with religious organizations and special-interest groups.
Once of the many Student Services offered at UTA is the "Maverick Scholars" program that helps UTA students to be successful in their educational goals. The program is designed to ease the adjustment to college life, and students in the program tend to earn higher grade-point averages and graduate on schedule more frequently than their peers.
Athletics
The UT Arlington "Mavericks" athletics teams compete in 14 intercollegiate sports, including:
Men's Sports:
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Golf
- Tennis
- Track and Field
Women's Sports:
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Softball
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Volleyball
Satellite Campuses
In addition to its main campus in Arlington, Texas, the UT Arlington has two satellite campuses:
- Fort Worth Center (downtown Fort Worth)
- Arlington Regional Data Center (15 minutes from the main campus in Arlington, Texas)
Community Life
The UT Arlington gets high marks for its community engagement. It runs many revitalization projects and educational outreach initiatives in the Dallas-Fort Worth area and beyond. Its outreach programs serve local, national and international causes with substantial student involvement. Additionally, the UTA is committed to sustainability, and participates in community building programs that include the construction of "green" buildings. UT Arlington's "College Town UTA" program helps to connect nearby residents and businesses with opportunities on the UTA campus.
The Dallas-Fort Worth area has much to offer students and visitors, with a vibrant night life and plenty of entertainment, many museums and art galleries, nearby theme parks and amusement parks, health spas, and more.
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- On-Campus Day Care Available
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered Can Complete Preparation With Specialization State Approved for Certification
- ROTC Army Air Force
- Website
- www.uta.edu
- Mission Statement
- Click To Read Mission Statement
- Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Research Universities (High Research Activity)
- Undergraduate Classification Professions Plus Arts & Sciences, High Graduate Coexistence
- Graduate Classification Comprehensive Doctoral (No Medical/Veterinary)
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Medium Full-Time Four-Year, Selective, Higher Transfer-In
- Enrollment Classification High Undergraduate
- Size Classification Large Four-Year, Primarily Nonresidential
University of Texas at Arlington - Kalpana Chawla Hall
University of Texas at Arlington - Kalpana Chawla Hall
University of Texas at Arlington - Kalpana Chawla Hall
University of Texas at Arlington - Kalpana Chawla Hall
University of Texas at Arlington - Kalpana Chawla Hall
University of Texas at Arlington - Kalpana Chawla Hall
University of Texas at Arlington - Kalpana Chawla Hall
University of Texas at Arlington - Kalpana Chawla Hall
University of Texas at Arlington - Kalpana Chawla Hall
University of Texas at Arlington - Kalpana Chawla Hall
- Admission Links
- Admissions: http:
- Online Application: Apply Online
- Admission Fees Fall 2008
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $35.00
- Graduate Application Fee: $40.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School Rank Required
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- College Preparatory Program Completion Recommended
- Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...) Required
- TOEFL Required
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 2,616 | 2,917 | 5,533 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 2,041 (78%) | 2,174 (75%) | 4,215 (76%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 1,174 (58%) | 1,126 (52%) | 2,300 (55%) |
| Number | Percent (%) | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Exam | 1,977 | 86% |
| ACT ® Exam | 793 | 34% |
| 25th Percentile | 75th Percentile | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Critical Reading | 460 | 570 |
| SAT ® Math | 490 | 610 |
| SAT ® Writing | - | - |
| ACT ® Composite | 19 | 24 |
| ACT ® English | 18 | 24 |
| ACT ® Math | 19 | 26 |
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: UT Arlington Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 78%
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 49% | 33% | 24% | 47% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $4,421 | $3,988 | $4,791 | $2,828 |
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 4.7% | 5.4% | 4.8% |
| Number in Default | 228 | 273 | 274 |
| Number in Repayment | 4,824 | 4,994 | 5,670 |
| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $8,186 | $7,780 | $6,464 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $8,186 | $7,780 | $6,464 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $14,834 | $14,524 | $13,136 |
| Books and Supplies | $908 | $882 | $840 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $6,097 | $6,412 | $6,180 |
| Other Expenses | $3,990 | $3,850 | $3,676 |
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $6,097 | $6,412 | $6,180 |
| Other Expenses | $3,990 | $3,850 | $3,676 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $3,990 | $3,850 | $3,676 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $19,181 | $18,924 | $17,160 |
| In-State | $19,181 | $18,924 | $17,160 |
| Out of State | $25,829 | $25,668 | $23,832 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $19,181 | $18,924 | $17,160 |
| In-State | $19,181 | $18,924 | $17,160 |
| Out of State | $25,829 | $25,668 | $23,832 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $13,084 | $12,512 | $10,980 |
| In-State | $13,084 | $12,512 | $10,980 |
| Out of State | $19,732 | $19,256 | $17,652 |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 28,085 Undergraduate: 21,370 Graduate: 6,715
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 13,192 Female: 14,893
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 9,890 Female: 11,480
- Graduate Gender Male: 3,302 Female: 3,413
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 17,451 Part-Time: 10,634
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 14,293 Part-Time: 7,077
- Graduate Attendance Full-Time: 3,158 Part-Time: 3,557
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 2,805 | 10% |
| American Indian | 154 | 0.5% |
| Black | 4,084 | 15% |
| Asian | 2,856 | 10% |
| Hispanic | 4,623 | 16% |
| White | 13,069 | 47% |
| Unknown | 494 | 2% |
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 319 | 1% |
| Ages 18-19 | 4,391 | 16% |
| Ages 20-21 | 4,711 | 17% |
| Ages 22-24 | 6,505 | 23% |
| Ages 25-29 | 5,518 | 20% |
| Ages 30-34 | 2,470 | 9% |
| Ages 35-39 | 1,567 | 6% |
| Ages 40-49 | 1,780 | 6% |
| Ages 50-65 | 801 | 3% |
| Age Over 65 | 23 | 0.08% |
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 3,987 | 2,761 | 1,226 |
| Faculty Status | 1,082 | 821 | 261 |
| Tenured Faculty | 361 | 361 | - |
| Graduate Assistants | 1,318 | - | 1,318 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 1,082 | 821 | 261 |
| Primarily Instruction | 1,082 | 821 | 261 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 422 | 408 | 14 |
| Other Professionals | 521 | 470 | 51 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 1,962 | 1,062 | 900 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 1,281 | 457 | 824 |
| Skilled Crafts | 92 | 90 | 2 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 250 | 244 | 6 |
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $73,410 (821) | $80,110 (522) | $61,713 (299) |
| Professor | $103,775 (176) | $104,395 (153) | $99,650 (23) |
| Associate Professor | $79,012 (185) | $81,807 (130) | $72,404 (55) |
| Assistant Professor | $71,058 (215) | $74,624 (129) | $65,709 (86) |
| Lecturer | $49,432 (245) | $50,762 (110) | $48,348 (135) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $73,410 (821) | $80,110 (522) | $61,713 (299) |
| Professor | $103,775 (176) | $104,395 (153) | $99,650 (23) |
| Associate Professor | $79,012 (185) | $81,807 (130) | $72,404 (55) |
| Assistant Professor | $71,058 (215) | $74,624 (129) | $65,709 (86) |
| Lecturer | $49,432 (245) | $50,762 (110) | $48,348 (135) |
- Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (Ncaa)
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athlete Student Aid | |||
| Total Aid | $2,229,907 | $1,032,256 | $1,197,651 |
| Ratio (%) | 100% | 46% | 54% |
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 199 | 115 | 84 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 199 | 115 | 84 |
| Baseball | 33 | 33 | - |
| Basketball | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| All Track Combined | 81 | 45 | 36 |
| Golf | 12 | 12 | - |
| Softball | 15 | - | 15 |
| Tennis | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Volleyball | 14 | - | 14 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $62,075 | $57,295 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $25,873 | $25,542 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Baseball | 4 | 4 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | 3 | - |
| Basketball | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| All Track Combined | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Golf | 2 | 2 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Softball | 4 | - | 4 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | - | 3 |
| Tennis | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Volleyball | 3 | - | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 65%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 48%
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 36% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 31% |
| Female | 41% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 76% |
| American Indian | 8% |
| Black | 43% |
| Asian | 43% |
| Hispanic | 36% |
| White | 32% |
| By Years Prior to Graduation | |
| 4 Years or Less | 15% |
| 5 Years | 31% |
| 6 Years | 36% |
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Drug Related | - | 1 |
| Liquor Related | 6 | - |
| On Campus | ||
| Weapons Related | 1 | 1 |
| Drug Related | 5 | 10 |
| Liquor Related | 24 | 27 |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Forcible Rape | 1 | 2 |
| Burglary | 12 | 10 |
| On Campus | ||
| Forcible Rape | 3 | 5 |
| Robbery | 7 | 2 |
| Aggravated Assault | 3 | 1 |
| Burglary | 48 | 67 |
| Vehicle Theft | 6 | 4 |
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