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University of Dallas

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Irving, TX

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University of Dallas, in Irving, TX, is a private small school, enrolling around 1,403 students. University of Dallas is moderately selective, with an acceptance rate near 53%. Its highest-earning reported major is Economics (Social Sciences), where graduates report median earnings of $78,699/year four years out. Most students arrange their own housing since on-campus living isn't required.

Admissions

Admit rate53%
SAT range1120–1370
ACT range22–29
Undergrads1,403
Yield (admits who enroll)16%
Next deadlineNot reported

Cost & outcomes

Cost of attendance$68,583
4-year grad rate70%
Median earnings, 10yr out$58,285

From the US Dept of Education College Scorecard, most recent year reported. Not every school reports every field.

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How University of Dallas weighs your application

From University of Dallas's own Common Data Set, 2024-25, Section C7 -- not a generic admissions checklist. What is a Common Data Set?

Academic factors
Rigor of secondary school recordVery important
Class rankImportant
Academic GPAVery important
Standardized test scoresVery important
Application essayVery important
RecommendationsConsidered
Nonacademic factors
InterviewConsidered
Extracurricular activitiesVery important
Talent/abilityImportant
Character/personal qualitiesVery important
First generationConsidered
Alumni relation (legacy)Considered
Geographical residenceNot considered
State residencyNot considered
Religious affiliationConsidered
Volunteer workNot considered
Work experienceNot considered
Level of interest (demonstrated interest)Very important
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Paying it back

Undergrads taking federal loans44%
Loan balance still growing, 3yrs out75%

"Still growing" means a borrower's payments aren't yet covering interest 3 years into repayment -- not a default rate. A high number here can mean real repayment difficulty, or just a lot of grads who deferred for graduate school, so read it alongside the school's typical outcomes above.

Majors & earnings

Biological and Biomedical Sciences
Biology, General$53,322/yr
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Business Administration, Management and Operations$70,039/yr
English Language and Literature/Letters
English Language and Literature, General$50,113/yr
History
History$45,559/yr
Social Sciences
Economics$78,699/yr
Political Science and Government$61,484/yr
Theology and Religious Vocations
Theological and Ministerial Studies$49,564/yr

Median earnings 4 years after graduation, by major, from the US Dept of Education. Only shown where the school reports a real figure for that major -- most schools don't report every major they offer, especially smaller programs.

Campus life

On-campus housingYes
Required to live on campusNo
Dormitory capacity935
Typical room charge$7,340
Typical board charge$6,470

Room and board are shown separately from the cost of attendance above -- that total already includes them alongside tuition and fees, this just breaks out the living-cost portion.

What matters in your application

GPARequired
Class rankConsidered, not required
RecommendationsRequired

From this school's own reporting to the US Dept of Education on what it formally requires, considers, or doesn't use when reviewing applications.

Frequently asked questions

What does University of Dallas look for in applicants?

Per University of Dallas's own Common Data Set (Section C7), it rates character/personal qualities, rigor of secondary school record, academic GPA, standardized test scores, application essay, extracurricular activities, level of interest (demonstrated interest) as "very important" in admissions decisions -- its own stated top factors, not a generic guess.

What is University of Dallas's acceptance rate?

University of Dallas in Irving, TX admits approximately 53% of applicants, based on the US Dept of Education's most recently reported figures.

What SAT score do I need for University of Dallas?

Admitted students at University of Dallas typically score between 1120–1370 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).

What ACT score do I need for University of Dallas?

Admitted students at University of Dallas typically score between 22–29 on the ACT (25th–75th percentile).

How much does University of Dallas cost?

University of Dallas's total cost of attendance is reported at $68,583 per year, including tuition, fees, and room and board.

Does University of Dallas require students to live on campus?

No -- University of Dallas doesn't require students to live in on-campus housing.

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