C+
Above Average
Score: 56/100
Overall (traditional)
C+
Outcome Rating
59/100 · earnings-weighted

The University of Texas at Tyler

4-Year Public
📍 Tyler, Texas 75799
The University of Texas at Tyler campus, Tyler, TX
The University of Texas at Tyler campus, Tyler, TX. Photo: The original uploader was Robinettekelly at English Wikipedia., CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
Outcomes
B
65/100
Affordability
C+
64/100
Resources
C
50/100
Experience
B
73/100
Prestige
D
32/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

9,678
Total Enrollment
47%
Graduation Rate
73%
Retention Rate
17.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
92%
Acceptance Rate
$14,043
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near The University of Texas at Tyler ▼

15% of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.

The campus ZIP (75799) has no residential market, so these figures average 1 nearby ZIP codes within 3 miles of campus (75701).

Avg Home Value
$226,310
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,573
1-Year Change
+1.2%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at The University of Texas at Tyler, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$57,053
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$49,355
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$17,137
Median debt at graduation
54.1%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,114
Average SAT
22
Median ACT
39.7%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 30% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 60th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (TX wage index 0.97). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at The University of Texas at Tyler

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering$78,266$95,295-5%#178 of 258#171$18,500
Construction Management$71,123$91,845-3%#33 of 57#34$25,000
Mechanical Engineering$64,977$88,562-4%#223 of 318#200$17,788
Civil Engineering$67,671$88,102+2%#74 of 233#77$18,750
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$73,963$83,201-6%#601 of 966#630$17,483
Computer and Information Sciences$52,418$79,754-14%#300 of 459#298$21,422
Finance and Financial Management Services$51,959$72,905-13%#288 of 452#295$14,000
Business Administration, Management and Operations$47,457$67,980+-0%#446 of 1176#444$16,250
Accounting and Related Services$45,079$61,206-20%#692 of 796#701$15,000
Business/Commerce$42,443$59,459-13%#210 of 271#205$14,000
Marketing$46,129$58,325-16%#408 of 516#426$15,400
Human Resources Management and Services$34,085$55,705-18%#177 of 187#175$18,375
Biology$29,292$55,434-3%#511 of 841#492$15,875
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness$33,957$52,101-5%#340 of 610#359$16,124
Communication and Media Studies$27,586$50,247-11%#443 of 660#436$14,704
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences$34,350$48,928-20%#131 of 156#133$18,625
English Language and Literature$38,089$48,397+-0%#301 of 576#283$18,804
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies$43,359$48,369-13%#174 of 207#163$17,424
History$34,269$47,813-6%#302 of 459#292$17,962
Music$37,104$45,651+6%#108 of 268#105—
Criminal Justice and Corrections$36,532$44,607-19%#615 of 660#623$17,750
Psychology$34,543$43,908-13%#846 of 1027#877$14,750

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

🏆 Where The University of Texas at Tyler Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#10
Human Resources Development
of 17 schools
#18
Nursing Administration
of 48 schools
#19
Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse/Nursing
of 37 schools
#29
Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
of 93 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $7,020 $22,320
Room $5,656
Board $4,528
Total Cost (On-Campus) $26,582 $41,860

Financial Aid

91%
Receive Any Aid
44%
Receive Pell Grants
30%
Take Out Loans
$14,043
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$11,040
$30,001 - $48,000$10,398
$48,001 - $75,000$13,583
$75,001 - $110,000$19,056
$110,001+$21,450

Student Demographics

9,678
Total Students
62%
Women
75%
Traditional Age (18-24)
15%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 50%
Hispanic 25%
Black 12%
Asian 4%
Two or More 4%
Non-Resident 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 61%
Off-Campus (Renters) 15%
With Family 24%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,442 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 28%
Hybrid (Some Online) 43%
Fully Online 29%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 75%
25-64 (Adult) 21%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at The University of Texas at Tyler?
The University of Texas at Tyler has an acceptance rate of 92%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend The University of Texas at Tyler?
Tuition at The University of Texas at Tyler is $7,020 for in-state students and $22,320 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $14,043.
What is the graduation rate at The University of Texas at Tyler?
The graduation rate at The University of Texas at Tyler is 47%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is The University of Texas at Tyler a good school?
The University of Texas at Tyler has a Repit College Score of 56/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend The University of Texas at Tyler?
The University of Texas at Tyler has a total enrollment of 9,678 students. Most students (75%) are traditional college-age (18-24).
Is there rental demand near The University of Texas at Tyler?
Yes! Approximately 15% of students at The University of Texas at Tyler live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,442 students who need rental housing near campus.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology