The University of Texas at Tyler College Portrait
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The University of Texas at Tyler
At The University of Texas at Tyler, we are creating solutions today for a better tomorrow. A culture of excellence provides a nurturing environment to prepare our students to be future problem solvers. We take great pride in a tradition of quality academic programs, expert faculty, fascinating student life and well-rounded service opportunities.
Located about 90 miles southeast of Dallas, UT Tyler is a member of the renowned University of Texas System. A modern campus arranged around two lakes, it is situated on 210 acres in a park-like setting of tall trees and wildlife. UT Tyler carries a proud tradition of high-quality students and academic opportunities, offering approximately 6,500 students experiences one would only expect at a small private university—but without private university tuition expenses. The University’s five colleges offer nearly 80 academic degrees and their students represent 31 nations, 37 states and 139 counties.
Living in the UT Tyler Community
A member of the renowned University of Texas System, The University of Texas at Tyler carries a proud tradition of high-quality students and academic opportunities. UT Tyler strives to be the premier public university in Texas for high-ability students—the university for honor students in Texas.
UT Tyler is dedicated to providing students a well-rounded educational experience.
- Academic programs designed to prepare each student to succeed in their chosen field.
- Exciting campus life that includes championship NCAA Division III athletic programs.
- Public service opportunities that help raise significant donations for non-profit organizations such as Relay for Life, Habitat for Humanity and the local food bank.
The Big Picture: How many students were on campus in Fall 2010?
| Total Students | 6,476 | |
|---|---|---|
Undergraduate Snapshot
| Total Undergraduate Students | 5,064 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gender | ||
| Women | 2,923 | 58% |
| Men | 2,141 | 42% |
| Race/Ethnicity | ||
| American Indian / Alaskan Native | 33 | 1% |
| Asian | 97 | 2% |
| African American / Black | 464 | 9% |
| Hispanic | 405 | 8% |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 1 | <1% |
| White | 3,454 | 68% |
| Two or More Races | 31 | 1% |
| International | 49 | 1% |
| Race/Ethnicity Not Reported | 530 | 10% |
| Where do UT Tyler undergraduates call home? | |
|---|---|
| Texas | 98% |
| Other US States & Territories | 2% |
| Other Countries | 1% |
| Residency Unknown | <1% |
| How old are UT Tyler undergraduates? | |
| Average Age | 24 |
| Percent of Undergraduates Age 25 or Older | 3% |
New Student Applications (Fall 2010)
New Freshmen High School Background and Test Scores
Test(s) Required for Admission: SAT or ACT recommended
| Test Scores of Enrolled New Freshmen | ACT | SAT |
|---|---|---|
| Composite | 21 - 26 | |
| Math | 20 - 25 | 500 - 590 |
| English | 20 - 27 | |
| Critical Reading | 470 - 580 |
50% of admitted students have test scores within the ranges listed, 25% have scores above, and 25% have scores below.
| High School Background of Enrolled New Freshmen | ||
|---|---|---|
| Percent in top 25% of High School Graduating Class | 25% | |
| Percent in top 50% of High School Graduating Class | 53% | |
| Percent of New Freshmen who submitted HS GPA | 50% | |
| Average High School GPA (4-point scale) | 3.4 | |
| Percent who submitted High School GPA | 60% | |
Sticker Price: How much does it cost on average?
Typical Undergraduate Costs for 2009-10 without Financial Aid (Full-Time, In-State Students)
Total Typical Cost of Attendance: $15,528
Out-of-State & Other Costs
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The cost to attend The University of Texas at Tyler varies based on the individual circumstances of students and may be reduced through grants and scholarships.
How much would I pay?
Financial Aid: How much help is there to pay?
Scholarships & Grants
- 49% of 2009-10 full-time undergraduates received need-based grants or scholarships; the average award for the year was $6,398. Scholarships and grants are financial aid that does not need to be repaid and is sometimes referred to as gift aid.
Annual Need-Based Loans
- 43% of 2009-10 full-time undergraduates received need-based work-study and/or loans (not including parent loans); the average loan for the year was $6,245. Loans need to be repaid. Typically, repayment starts once you are no longer enrolled full-time. Please refer to page 12 of the Funding Education Beyond High School guide on the US Department of Education's Federal Student Aid website for more information about Financial Need.
Percent of 2009-2010 Full-time Beginning Students Receiving Each Type of Financial Aid
NOTE: Students may receive aid from more than one source.
UT Tyler Classes & Instructors
| Classroom Environment | |
|---|---|
| Students per Faculty | 16 to 1 |
| Undergraduate classes with fewer than 30 students | 62% |
| Undergraduate classes with fewer than 50 students | 90% |
| Total Full-Time Instructional Faculty | 269 |
| % of Full-Time Instructional Faculty Who Are Female | 54% |
| % of Full-Time Instructional Faculty Who Are Persons of Color | 13% |
| % of Full-Time Instructional Faculty Who Have the Highest Academic Degree Offered in Their Field of Study | 75% |
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Campus-based Housing
70% of new freshmen live in campus-based housing or residence halls.
14% of all undergraduates live on campus
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Campus Safety
Police Officers with the UT System are required to complete the UT System Police Academy in Austin, Texas. The Academy consists of approximately 22 weeks of intense training in all areas of police work, as well as UT System Policies and Procedures and the UT Board of Regents Rules and Regulations. At The University of Texas at Tyler, safety is a primary consideration in the maintenance, grounds keeping and lighting of the campus. If police officers or security guards should discover a broken window, door lock, or non-functioning light, the Physical Plant Department is notified.
Campus Crime Statistics
Carnegie Classification of Institutional Characteristics
The Carnegie Classification's were created "to reference the great diversity of colleges and universities in the United States, and ... enable [people] to identify groups of roughly comparable institutions." For information on the Carnegie Classifications system, please visit their website: http://classifications.carnegiefoundation.org/
- Basic Type
- Master's Colleges and Universities (larger programs)
- Size and Setting
- Medium four-year, primarily nonresidential
- Enrollment Profile
- High undergraduate
- Undergraduate Profile
- Medium full-time four-year, selective, higher transfer-in
- Undergraduate Instructional Program
- Balanced arts & sciences/professions, some graduate coexistence
- Graduate Instructional Program
- Postbaccalaureate comprehensive
NOTE: Institutional classifications based on the Carnegie 2005 edition.
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Student Activities and Involvement at UT Tyler
UT Tyler is committed to serving our students in a cost-effective manner that still prioritizes student needs and interests both in and outside of the classrooms. NSSE provides important information that we use to enhance existing experiences and to adopt new opportunities for future students. NSSE results were used in our Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP) proposal for reaffirmation with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) – Council on Colleges. Our trend NSSE data showed that UT Tyler students experienced less study abroad and meeting with students of different backgrounds significantly less than our peer institutions and nationally. Our QEP was approved in 2010 and we are in the initial year of launching a new comprehensive study abroad program with freshman and sophomore student learning communities, Global Awareness Through Education (GATE).
Institutions participating in the VSA program measure student involvement on campus using one of four national surveys. Results from the one survey are reported for a common set of questions selected as part of VSA. Following are the selected results from the National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE). The questions have been grouped together in categories that are known to contribute to student learning and development. The results reported below are based on the responses of seniors who participated in the survey.
Group Learning Experiences
- 94% percent of seniors worked with classmates on assignments outside of class.
- 59% of seniors tutored or taught other students
- 18% of seniors spent at least 6 hours per week participating in co-curricular activities such as student organizations and intramural sports
Active Learning Experiences
- 83% of seniors spent at least 6 hours per week preparing for class
- 12% of seniors worked on a research project with a faculty member
- 42% of seniors participated in an internship, practicum, or field experience
- 47% of seniors participated in community service or volunteer work
- 4% of seniors participated in study abroad
- 93% of seniors made at least one class presentation last year
Institutional Commitment to Student Learning and Success
- 96% of seniors believe this institution provides support for student success
- 74% of seniors rated the quality of academic advising at this institution as good or excellent
- 62% of seniors reported that this institution provided help in coping with work, family and other non-academic responsibilities
- 97% of seniors reported working harder than they thought they could to meet an instructor's standards or expectations
Student Interaction with Campus Faculty and Staff
- 61% of seniors believed that the campus staff were helpful, considerate, or flexible
- 81% of seniors believed that faculty are available, helpful, or sympathetic
- 98% of seniors reported that faculty members provided prompt feedback on their academic performance
- 75% of seniors discussed readings or ideas with faculty members outside of class
Experiences with Diverse Groups of People and Ideas
- 64% of seniors reported that they often tried to understand someone else's point of view
- 84% of seniors reported their experience at this institution contributed to their understanding people of other racial and ethnic backgrounds
- 59% of seniors often had serious conversations with students of a different race or ethnicity
Student Satisfaction
- 80% of seniors would attend this institution if they started over again
- 84% of seniors rated their entire educational experience as good or excellent
- 85% of seniors reported that other students were friendly or supportive
Evaluation of Experiences
Survey Administration Process
Survey Information
Majors and Degrees
| Degrees awarded at The University of Texas at Tyler in 2009-10 | |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 1,241 |
| Master's | 256 |
| Total | 1,497 |
| Areas of Study with the largest number of bachelor's degrees awarded in 2009-10 | |
|---|---|
| BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES | 24% |
| HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS | 20% |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | 14% |
| Psychology, General | 6% |
| Kinesiology and Exercise Science | 4% |
| Links to degree programs at The University of Texas at Tyler |
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Bachelor'sMaster's |
Future Plans of Spring 2010 Bachelor's Degree Recipients
Survey Administration Process
Student Success & Progress Rate
A 74% four-year success and progress rate means that 74% of students starting in Fall 2004 either graduated or are still enrolled at a higher education institution four years later.
Counts for the Fall 2004 entering class shown in the graph above.
- 508 First-Time, Full-Time Students
- 681 Full-Time Transfer Students
Success & Progress Rate Table
Retention of Freshman Class
First-time students in Fall 2009 that returned for their second year: 64%
Student Learning at The University of Texas at Tyler
All colleges and universities use multiple approaches to measure student learning. Many of these are specific to particular disciplines, many are coordinated with accrediting agencies, and many are based on outcomes after students have graduated.
Student learning is assessed at UT Tyler using two external instruments, the Collegiate Learning Assessment (CLA) and the ETS Proficiency Profile. Both instruments measure critical thinking, analytical reasoning and written communication skills and the ETS Proficiency Profile measures college level mathematical skills. The College Learning Assessment (CLA) is administered each fall semester to freshman students and each spring to exiting seniors. The ETS Proficiency Profile is administered to every junior before registering for their senior year.
Additionally, UT Tyler program specific assessment measures include the TExES Exam for teaching certification, NCLEX for nursing, the FE Exam for engineering and the ETS Major Field Tests in Business, Chemistry, Biology and Psychology.
Learning Assessment Examples
Pilot Project to Measure Core Learning Outcomes
Colleges and universities participating in the College Portrait measure the typical improvement in students' abilities to think, reason, and write using one of three tests. This is part of a pilot project to better understand and compare what students learn between their freshman and senior years at different colleges and universities.
2009-10 Results from the Collegiate Learning Assessment
The Collegiate Learning Assessment (CLA) measures critical thinking, analytic reasoning, problem solving, and written communication using a performance task and an analytic writing task. The scores from the tasks are reported separately below.
Test Administration Process
Test Information
Performance Task Results for First-time, Full-time Students
The increase in learning on the performance task is at or near what would be expected at an institution testing students of similar academic abilities.
Freshman Score: 1035
Senior Score: 1093
CLA score range: 400 to no maximum score.
Average EEA scores for tested students
Freshman Score: 1091
Senior Score: 1006
Analytic Writing Task Results for First-time, Full-time Students
The increase in learning on the analytic writing task is well below what would be expected at an institution testing students of similar academic abilities.
Freshman Score: 1061
Senior Score: 1067
CLA score range: 400 to no maximum score.
Average EEA scores for tested students
Freshman Score: 1091
Senior Score: 1006