The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) is a four-year, public school located in Edinburg, TX. It is classified as Research University with high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R2 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R2 University comparison page.

The UTRGV's 2024 tuition & fees is $9,467 for Texas residents and $19,542 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2023-2024. 89% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $7,475.

For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 31,559 and the students to faculty ratio is 19 to 1 (5.26%).

UTRGV's acceptance rate is 85.00% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 49.00%. The median SAT scores is 1020 and the ACT socre is 19.

UTRGV ranked 235th in National Universities and 22nd in Texas Colleges rankings. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.

2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley is $9,467 for in-state students and $19,542 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2024 tuition & fees is $8,443 for in-state students and $15,994 for out-of-state students.

The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $9,394 for Texas residents and $19,753 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $8,554 for Texas residents and $16,317 for out-of-state students.

In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$9,467$19,542
Graduate$8,443$15,994
In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$9,394$19,753
Graduate$8,554$16,317

The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.


Admission Key Statistics

Acceptance Rate »85.00% Acceptance Rate / 49.00% Yield
Test Scores »1,020 SAT / 19 ACT
Graduation Rate »52%
Transfer-out Rate17%
Retention Rate76%(full-time), 57% (part-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio5.26% (19 to 1)
Student Population »31,559 (26,434 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$7,475

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard

Learning Opportunities and Campus Services

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.

Special Learning Opportunities at UTRGV
Learning Opportunities
ROTCArmy
Weekend/Evening CollegeYes
Teacher CertificationYes
Study AbroadYes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsYes
Placement services for completersYes
On-campus day care for students' childrenYes

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Directory Information

Address1201 W University Dr, Edinburg, TX 78539-2999
Phone956-665-2011
WEBSchool's Website
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School Typefour-year, public
Carnegie CategoryResearch University (high research activity)
Highest Degree OfferedDoctor's degree

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