The University of Texas at Dallas
PA-8: Affordability and Access
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
|
3.05 / 4.00 |
Gary
Cocke Sustainability Director Office of Sustainability |
Percentage of need met, on average, for students who were awarded any need-based aid :
Percentage of students graduating without student loan debt:
Percentage of entering students that are low-income:
Graduation/success rate for low-income students:
A brief description of notable policies or programs to make the institution accessible and affordable to low-income students:
UTD has established itself to have various forms of financial aid packages. These packages are available in the form of a loan, grant, scholarships, part-time job, exemptions, or a combination of these programs. The total amount of aid a student receives is based on the cost of the student's attendance, income of the family, meeting deadlines of applications, academic history, and the availability of funds.
Beginning fall 2022, the UT Dallas Comet Promise expands the current Tuition Promise program by increasing the eligible family income threshold and including transfer students. Eligible students will have their tuition and fees covered through scholarships, grants and tuition exemptions from federal, state and institutional funds with any remaining tuition costs covered by Comet Promise funding. The program’s expansion is made possible with funding assistance from an endowment created by the UT System.
https://www.utdallas.edu/costs-scholarships-aid/costs/tuition/promise/
UTD has given public access to the “Estimated Cost Calculator”. This tool is used to find the average cost of tuition which varies from student to student and depends on the number of hours a student is enrolled in. The Estimated Cost Calculator also helps determine personal spending, living arrangements, and other factors. This online tool will help family and students determine the cost of attendance at UTD.
https://www.utdallas.edu/costs-scholarships-aid/costs/calculator/
A brief description of notable policies or programs to support non-traditional students:
The Douglas Aundre Peterson Fund For Homeless Students is an endowed fund established in honor of Douglas Aundre Peterson to support vulnerable students in need or homeless. The fund was established in 2018 by Rosie Peterson, director of institutional diversity initiatives in the Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, in honor of her son, Douglas. The funds are administered by the Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.
https://community.utdallas.edu/scholarships/peterson-fund/
The services provided at the Student Counseling Center can be a useful tool in creating and maintaining your sense of health and overall well-being. We provide a safe, affirming and non-judgmental environment in which you can openly explore your concerns. The Student Counseling center utilizes a short-term model, and our services are goal-focused and brief. Our services focus on resources, solutions and strategies to deal with your concerns.
https://counseling.utdallas.edu/services/
The Office of the President and the Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion created the Diversity Scholars Program in 2010-2011 to increase the diversity of students enrolling at UT Dallas. The scholarship targets students who have a record of academic excellence in high school or community college and show significant financial need.
Link: https://community.utdallas.edu/diversity-scholars-program/
The Military and Veteran Center (MVC) provides comprehensive support for military-affiliated students, from admission through graduation, to facilitate the achievement of academic and career goals. Military-affiliated students include veterans, current military service members (Active/Guard/Reserve), military spouses and dependents, and ROTC cadets.
Estimated percentage of students that participate in or directly benefit from the institution’s policies and programs to support low-income and non-traditional students:
Website URL where information about the institution’s accessibility and affordability initiatives is available:
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Data source(s) and notes about the submission:
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