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Overview
With campus overlooking the Rio Grande, the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley is a 4-year public school in south Texas and a part of the UT System. UTRGV is home to nine colleges and schools conferring undergraduate degrees and has been designated an Hispanic-serving institution. For students interested in media studies, the campus is home to student-run radio and television stations. Away from the classroom, UTRGV fields 14 men’s and women’s athletic teams as well as a chess team.
Acceptance Rate:
88%
Average Net Price:
$4,514
Campus Setting:
Small city
Average ACT Composite
18
Average SAT Composite
1037
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $9,467 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $19,542 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $9,662 |
| Books and Supplies | $1190 |
Aid & Grants
0
100
72%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
62%
Average Aid Per Year
$9,938
62%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,875
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$3,053
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
13%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$3,651
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$9,647
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$122
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Public
- Not for Profit
- Coed
Need Aware
This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Small city
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Test Optional
No
Important Deadlines
Admitted Student Stats
23%
Submitting ACT
1%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 18
Average SAT Composite: 1037
Admissions Resources
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
31,559
Total Number of Undergrads
26,434
0
100
24%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
47%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
19:1
US National: 21:1Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
104
Faculty Overview
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Housing
0
100
4%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Vasqueros
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$44,200
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are SayingAll professors are approachable. Everyone greets you with a smile and academic advisors welcome you and tell you exactly what you need to do to get things done. There are learning centers with available tutors throughout the day if ever you need help with any of your classes. There is online help as well. It actually becomes easy to study so it no longer feels like a chore. Study groups can be found everywhere and welcome newcomers.
Monica from Mission, TX
UTPA is a LOVELY campus. It is not too big, not too small. The community is fabulous, there is always an activity going on and you never fail to meet some new friends. The professors definitely know how to make classes fun but at the same time they are ready to help you with struggles you may have.
Academic Advisors are always available in the AAMC center to help you, just call in to set up an appointment first at (956) 655-7120 if they don't answer, keep calling. Chances are they are with another student.
Academic Advisors are always available in the AAMC center to help you, just call in to set up an appointment first at (956) 655-7120 if they don't answer, keep calling. Chances are they are with another student.
Karen from Mcallen, TX
I definitely am, this school has great professor, both strict and helpful. None of them will deny their time for the student and all of them are really opened to every possible way to help their students, as long as the student puts also the effort to progress.
Monica from Brownsville, TX
I've heard more on the good side of what to expect from the school from past and current students. It really is like any other college-you make the experience yourself. So if you keep up with classes and make an effort, you're sure to learn anything.
Michelle from Edinburg, TX
The academics here are great. All the courses are just as challenging as they would be in any other major university. Meeting with your professors is very easy, and the classes are relatively small. Tutoring is very easy to get and you will learn a great deal. Classes are very easy to pass as long as you do your assignments, and the teachers are very willing to help and teach there students to a great extent.
Stephanie from Mission, TX
The University of Texas at Pan American is a great university, if you are looking to go to school and not have the college party life. Students are focused and motivated. It has been growing for years, and it's a great school.
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I love the University of Texas-Pan American. I enjoy the atmosphere as well as all the faculty and staff that work at the University. Everyone is so helpful and is there to help anyway they possibly can. There is always some activity going on around campus. There are activities at the dorms as well as the Student Union or Quad. I am very happy there.
Michelle from Brownsville, TX
An enjoyable atmosphere for any high-school or college student to attend. There is lots to leans and a wide range of people to learn from. Attending this college has really help me grow and an individual and i think you should attend.
Francisco from Edinburg, TX
The University of Texas-Pan American is in the middle is in the middle of one of the fastest growing areas in the nation, the southern tip of Texas known as the Rio Grande Valley.
Has conferred over 2,600 associate's, 55,700 bachelor's, 12,300 master's and 135 doctoral degrees.
UTPA provides an affordable education and global opportunities.
Has conferred over 2,600 associate's, 55,700 bachelor's, 12,300 master's and 135 doctoral degrees.
UTPA provides an affordable education and global opportunities.
Marlin from Pharr, TX
I love UTPA!
Its my first year here and I have to admit I am having a hard time adjusting. There are so many opportunities here.
Its my first year here and I have to admit I am having a hard time adjusting. There are so many opportunities here.
Nilani from Edinburg, TX
