University of North Texas – Texas

University of North Texas (UNT) is a public university in Denton, Texas. It offers international admissions for undergraduate, master's/doctoral programs, and the Intensive English Language Institute (IELI). Choose the correct college and campus when budgeting.

Location: Denton, Texas, USA · Type of institution: Public.

Undergraduate requirements and international applications

Applicants with non-U.S. secondary education must have completed high school as recognized by their country, providing records for the final three years, a diploma, and English translations. Post-secondary applicants must apply as transfer students and disclose all previously attended institutions. Submit applications, application fees, and documents via the admissions portal; the university evaluates academic credentials based on admission type and major.

English language proficiency

General international English standards: IELTS Academic 6.0, Duolingo 100, PTE 53; for TOEFL, the requirement is 79 before 01/21/2026, and 4 from that date onwards. Scores must be within two years and from a single test sitting; TOEFL MyBest or IELTS One Skill Retake are not accepted. Completing IELI Level 6 is an option to satisfy the English requirement; certain majors may have additional criteria.

Master's and doctoral programs

Graduate applicants need a corresponding bachelor's degree and must meet program requirements. UNT conducts a holistic review; the typical reference GPA for successful applicants is 3.0 for master's and 3.5 for doctoral levels. GRE/GMAT and additional documents vary by major; please check specific department deadlines.

Tuition and budget — USD

Estimates for 2026–2027, in USD, for nine months: undergraduate based on 12 credits/semester, graduate on 9 credits. The total includes tuition/fees, $18,955 for living expenses, and $3,926 for other costs. This reflects the out-of-state rate; waivers are not applied. Differential tuition and summer terms are calculated separately.

Finances and I-20

Once admitted, submit financial documentation and the International Student Sponsor Statement/Bank Certification via iNorthTX to request an I-20. Only use tables with a waiver if UNT has confirmed your eligibility.

Intake periods

Fall, Spring, and Summer depending on the program. Check the Deadlines & Fees page for your specific category (Freshman/Transfer/Graduate); prepare documents well before departmental deadlines.

Scholarships and financial aid

Scholarships, assistantships, or out-of-state tuition waivers have their own eligibility requirements. Lower prices shown in tables with waivers are not the default rate for all international students.

Official sources

• International academic credentials
• International English and IELI
• Graduate requirements
• 2026–2027 undergraduate costs
• 2026–2027 graduate costs
• I-20 financial instructions

Always cross-reference admission guides and official fee schedules. Confirm the rates applicable to your specific term and program before making any payments.