B
Good
Score: 63/100

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

4-Year Public
📍 Edinburg, Texas 78539
Outcomes
B
68/100
Affordability
A
83/100
Resources
C
51/100
Experience
B
73/100
Prestige
C
42/100

Quick Stats

31,931
Total Enrollment
49%
Graduation Rate
79%
Retention Rate
19.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
85%
Acceptance Rate
$6,978
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

2% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 479 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$243,021
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,090
1-Year Change
+1.3%
For parents & investors

The The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $243,021
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,090/mo — vs ~$465/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 78574 (6.6% cap, La Homa)

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🏆 Where The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Ranks

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

#5
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
of 100 schools
#12
Higher Education/Higher Education Administration
of 51 schools
#14
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
of 100 schools
#14
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General
of 81 schools
#19
Exercise Science and Kinesiology
of 100 schools
#19
Physician Assistant
of 100 schools
#24
Special Education and Teaching, General
of 100 schools
#28
Biomedical Sciences, General
of 100 schools
#29
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $7,637 $17,707
Room $4,187
Board $3,502
Total Cost (On-Campus) $24,477 $34,557

Financial Aid

94%
Receive Any Aid
72%
Receive Pell Grants
14%
Take Out Loans
$6,978
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$5,006
$30,001 - $48,000$5,775
$48,001 - $75,000$7,695
$75,001 - $110,000$13,104
$110,001+$16,528

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration 494 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 481 grads/yr Psychology, General 478 grads/yr Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other 372 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 353 grads/yr Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General 326 grads/yr Exercise Science and Kinesiology 291 grads/yr Social Work 216 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 212 grads/yr Accounting 211 grads/yr Computer Science 176 grads/yr Mechanical Engineering 165 grads/yr English Language and Literature, General 155 grads/yr Civil Engineering, General 113 grads/yr Finance, General 108 grads/yr Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General 100 grads/yr Higher Education/Higher Education Administration 93 grads/yr Special Education and Teaching, General 91 grads/yr Physician Assistant 90 grads/yr Biomedical Sciences, General 90 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley's top programs commonly pursue.

Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
First-line supervisors of police and detectives
$106k/yr 160,800 jobs
Criminal justice and law enforcement teachers, postsecondary
$71k/yr 16,200 jobs
Natural sciences managers
$161k/yr 104,300 jobs
Biological scientists, all other
$93k/yr 63,700 jobs
Life scientists, all other
$88k/yr 7,800 jobs
Biological science teachers, postsecondary
$83k/yr 66,000 jobs
Forensic science technicians
$67k/yr 20,700 jobs

Student Demographics

31,931
Total Students
59%
Women
69%
Traditional Age (18-24)
2%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 3%
Hispanic 91%
Black 1%
Asian 2%
Non-Resident 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 9%
Off-Campus (Renters) 2%
With Family 90%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~479 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 33%
Hybrid (Some Online) 51%
Fully Online 16%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 69%
25-64 (Adult) 14%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley?
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley has an acceptance rate of 85%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley?
Tuition at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley is $7,637 for in-state students and $17,707 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $6,978.
What is the graduation rate at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley?
The graduation rate at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley is 49%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley a good school?
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley has a Repit College Score of 63/100 (Grade: B). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (A): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (C): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley?
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley has a total enrollment of 31,931 students.
Is there rental demand near The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley?
Yes! Approximately 2% of students at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 479 students who need rental housing near campus.

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