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University of North Texas, Denton campus

Denton, Texas, United States of America

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The University of North Texas (UNT) is a large, public Carnegie R1 research university located in Denton, Texas. Established in 1890, it has grown into the third-largest university in Texas, serving nearly 47,000 students. 

Academic Profile

  • Programs: UNT offers 250 degree programs, including 114 bachelor's, 97 master's, and 39 doctoral degrees across 14 colleges and schools.
  • Top Programs: It is internationally recognized for its College of Music, which was the first in the world to offer a jazz studies degree. Other high-ranking programs include emergency management, visual arts, and library science.
  • Research & Innovation: As an R1 institution, UNT conducts high-level research at facilities like Discovery Park, a 300-acre research and technology campus. 

Admissions & Financials

  • Admissions: The university has an acceptance rate of approximately 72%. It is test-optional, though guaranteed admission is offered to those in the top 30% of their high school class or with a 3.25+ GPA.
  • Cost: Annual in-state tuition and fees are approximately $11,663, while out-of-state costs are $23,963. UNT is frequently ranked among the top 100 universities for graduating students with the least debt. 

Campus & Community

  • Location: Denton is often cited as a top college town, located about 40 miles north of Dallas and Fort Worth.
  • Diversity: UNT is federally designated as both a Hispanic-Serving (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI).
  • Student Life: The campus features over 450 student organizations, 14 residence halls, and NCAA Division I athletics (the Mean Green).
  • Sustainability: Known as a "Green College," it operates the nation's first all-vegan university cafeteria and derives 40% of its energy from renewable sources.