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The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
UT Rio Grande Valley
Edinburg, Texas 78539-2999
Visit websiteMajor research university — excellent value
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley is a public institution in Edinburg with particular strength in biology and business. With an average SAT of 1020, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A large campus of 27K undergraduates with a 19:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
49% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $49,620 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $6,500.
Established
2013
Motto
Disciplina Praesidium Civitatis
Mascot
Vaqueros
Type
Public research university
Conference
WAC
Division
Division I
85%Acceptance
1020SAT Avg
27,026Students
19:1Student:Faculty
49%Grad Rate
$49,620Earnings 10yr
$6,500Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate84.8%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1020
Reading & Writing
470570
Math
440540
ACT Score Range
Composite
1622
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$9,859
Tuition (out-of-state)$19,939
Room & Board$9,662
Books & Supplies$1,190
Total Cost of Attendance$18,343
Average Net Price$6,500
Median Debt at Graduation$12,950
Monthly Payment (10yr)$137
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$5,006
$30–48K$5,775
$48–75K$7,695
$75–110K$13,104
$110K+$16,528
Programs (160)
Student Body
Undergrads
27,026
Gender Split
58% / 42%
Women / Men
First Generation
53%
Pell Grant Recipients
64%
Race & Ethnicity
White 2%
Hispanic 94%
Asian 1%
Int'l 2%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate49.3%
Freshman Retention78.9%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$35,812
8 Years$44,456
10 Years$49,620
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$39,400
Men
$50,100
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Source: Wikipedia