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How to Get Into University of Dallas

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University of Dallas Admissions Statistics

53%
Acceptance Rate
580-700
SAT Reading (mid 50%)
540-670
SAT Math (mid 50%)
22-29
ACT (mid 50%)
1,403
Undergrads
73%
Graduation Rate

How to Actually Get Into University of Dallas

The bar here is clear

University of Dallas admits most qualified applicants. Clear the academic bar (the ranges below) and your odds are strong. The real questions become fit, cost, and whether it earns its slot on your list, not whether you can get in.

Position your scores against the real bands

The middle 50% of enrolled students sits around 1120-1370 combined SAT or 22-29 ACT. Above the 75th percentile, scores work for you and this can behave like a target. Below the 25th percentile, the rest of your application has to carry the file, treat it as a reach. Scores are required here, so plan your testing calendar early enough to retake once.

Use the Early Action round deliberately

University of Dallas offers Early Action: non-binding and worth taking if your application is ready, an earlier answer helps you calibrate the rest of your list, and EA carries no downside beyond the earlier deadline.

The bigger picture: no single school decides your outcome, the shape of your whole list does. Read how top counselors build a college list before you finalize where University of Dallas fits.

University of Dallas Application Deadlines (2025-2026)

Round Deadline
Early Action (EA) November 1, 2025
earlyAction2 December 1, 2025
Regular Decision (RD) March 1, 2026

Deadlines verified from official sources for the 2025-2026 cycle. Rounds change year to year, always confirm on the school's site before submitting.

Application Requirements & Costs

Application platform Common App
Application fee $50
Test scores Required
Writing supplement Not required
Counselor recommendation Not required

University of Dallas Cost & Financial Aid

Total cost of attendance (sticker, per year) $68,583
Tuition & fees $53,930
Room & board (on campus) $15,010
Average net price (aid-receiving families) $22,610

What You'd Actually Pay, by Family Income

Average net price per year (after grants and scholarships) for aid-receiving families, from federal College Scorecard data:

Family income Average net price / year
$0-30k $12,711
$30-48k $15,431
$48-75k $17,075
$75-110k $20,384
$110k+ $32,608
26%
Students receiving Pell Grants
44%
Students taking federal loans
77%
Freshman retention rate
11:1
Student-faculty ratio

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