Texas Woman's University
About Texas Woman's University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Texas Woman's University is a public university in Denton, Texas, with additional campuses in Dallas and Houston. Despite its name, TWU is coeducational and is known for its nursing, health sciences, and education programs. It has the largest enrollment of women in Texas.
Founded
1901
Location
Denton, Texas
Students
14,089
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
96.1%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
49.1%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$8,640
Out-of-state: $18,480
Avg Net Price
$11,963
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not Considered
Test-blind. Grades and essays decide
Median Earnings
$56,544
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Most students who apply are accepted
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Blind
Application Fee
$50
Early
Mar 1
Regular
Aug 1
Texas Woman's University accepts the majority of applicants at 96.1%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
SAT Scores
N/A
Not reported
ACT Scores
21/ 36
Average: 21 out of 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
49.1% complete their degree within six years
Retention
69.6%
4-Year Grad
23%
6-Year Grad
48%
Teaching Quality
16:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
99.4%
$/Student
$7.7K
Class Size
Medium
The 23% graduation rate is below average, but 69.6% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$8,640
In-State
$18,480
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$11,826
Books & Supplies
$1,174
Total Cost of Attendance
$22,234
After Financial Aid
$11,963
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$9,948
Receive Grants
42%
Take Loans
38%
The full cost of attendance is about $22,234/yr for in-state students, including $11,826 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $11,963. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $18,480.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Texas Woman's University fund their education.
While in School
42%
Get Grants
Free money
38%
Take Loans
Must repay
$32,124
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$19,218
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$204/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 38% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $19,218. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Texas Woman's University.
Gender
91.8%
Female
8%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
8,767
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
5,322
Graduates
41.6%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
20.6%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 92% of the student body. 41.6% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Midsize
Campus Quick Facts
8,767
Students
public
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
Doctoral
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Texas Woman's University fields 8 varsity teams with 183 student athletes, about 2% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division II without football
Conference
Lone Star
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
8
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
183
2% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
0% / 100%
0
Men
183
Women
0
Men's Teams
8
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Texas Woman's Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$56,544
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$76K
474 grads
1yr Earnings
Education, General
—
175 grads
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$42K
172 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$31K
147 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
$31K
107 grads
1yr Earnings
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
$32K
101 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $49K six years out, growing to $57K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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