The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Public university · Edinburg, TX · 28,666 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
94%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
880–1090
ACT (middle 50%)
15–21
Average net price
$4,858
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$17,358
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
55%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley?
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley accepts about 94 of every 100 applicants (94%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 880 and 1090 on the SAT. A score at or above 1090 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 880, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 15–21.
The latest federal data says The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $17,358 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $4,858 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $9,993 for TX residents and $19,713 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$9,993
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$19,713
- Room & board$10,164
- Total cost of attendance$17,358
- Average net price after grants$4,858
Popular majors
Biology, Business, Health Professions & Nursing, Psychology, Criminal Justice.
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley FAQ
- What is The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley's acceptance rate?
- 94% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 880–1090. Aim for 1090 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 15–21.
- Is The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley test-optional?
- The latest federal data says The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley cost?
- About $17,358 a year before aid; $4,858 on average after grants.
- What is The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley's FAFSA school code?
- 003599. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley receives your information.
- What is The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley's graduation rate?
- 55% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| The University of Texas at TylerTyler, TX | 94% | 1010–1200 | $13,476 | 47% |
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