THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT DALLAS

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT INFORMATION

ACADEMIC ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS
Thank you for your interest in The University of Texas at Dallas (UTD). The following information is designed to answer
some of your questions about the application process and to inform you about the specific materials that the university
requires in order to consider you for admission. When applying to the university, please include all the necessary
materials with your application.

Undergraduate Academic Requirements

Applicants to an undergraduate program must have earned the equivalent of a 12 year high school diploma or secondary
certificate. The following documents must be submitted to be considered for undergraduate admission:

1) Official, attested photocopies, or certified copies of all high school transcripts, mark sheets, or examination
certificates showing the completion of U.S. 12th grade graduation equivalent must be submitted. In addition, an
official copy of final examinations taken at the end of the secondary school program such as G.C.E. “O” and “A”
Level Examinations, school leaving certificates, and matriculation exams, should be submitted.

2) College or university work: If college or university work has been completed from an institution recognized by that
country’s Ministry of Education, the following documents must accompany the application:

• Official, attested, or certified copies of all transcripts or mark sheets showing subjects completed, grades
earned, and dates of courses taken — CONSOLIDATED MARK SHEETS ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE
• Copies of course syllabi or course descriptions. These must be submitted before anything other than general
transfer credit can be assigned. This is extremely important.
• If any degrees have been earned, an official, attested, or certified copy of the diploma or degree certificate
showing the type and date of the degree conferred.

An overall Grade Point Average on any college credit completed should be 2.5 (based on 4.0 = A). College courses
with grades below C (2.0) are not transferable.

3) Official Test Scores*

• SAT or ACT test scores (for additional information see www.utdallas.edu/dept/ugraddean/admissions.html)

• SAT scores for entering freshmen average between 1140 and 1340
Exemption: SAT/ACT scores are not required for students with 30 or more transferable college credit hours.
• TOEFL with a minimum score of 550 on the written exam, 213 on the computer exam, or 80 on the internet-
based exam

Graduate Academic Requirements

Applicants to a graduate program must have earned at least the equivalent of a U.S. 4-year bachelor’s degree beyond
the 12th grade of secondary or high school (most 3-year bachelor’s degrees are not acceptable) from an institution
recognized by that country’s Ministry of Education. An overall Grade Point Average of 3.0 (based on 4.0 = A) or better is
expected. The following documents must be submitted in order to be considered for graduate admission:
1) Official, attested photocopies, or certified copies of the degree certificate or diploma showing the type of degree and
date earned

2) Official, attested photocopies, or certified copies of all previous university transcripts or mark sheets showing
subjects completed, grades earned, and dates of courses taken — CONSOLIDATED MARK SHEETS ARE NOT
ACCEPTABLE

3) Official Test Scores*

• GRE for all programs except Management and Accounting
• GMAT for Management and Accounting only
• TOEFL with a minimum score of 550 on the written exam, 213 on the computer exam, or 80 on the internet-
based exam
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Acceptance into a graduate program may be contingent upon specific admission criteria of the degree granting program.
Details on admission criteria for specific graduate programs may be obtained by emailing that graduate program at UTD.
Credential and Translation Information

All transcripts or mark sheets as well as diplomas or degree certificates should be sent directly to UTD from the issuing
institution. UTD evaluates all foreign credentials using its own established policies and standards. Those with
credentials deemed not acceptable will be denied admission or transfer credit.
All documents must be submitted in their original language along with certified English translations. Translation
services must be performed by the academic institution or government agency.

For information regarding where and how to take the following tests, please see the following web sites:
TOEFL, SAT, or GRE: www.ets.org
ACT: www.act.org
GMAT: www.gmac.org

Please note: The information contained in this document is subject to change as new regulations are developed.
Adherence to this document does not guarantee that additional requirements may not exist at your time of
application.

APPLYING FOR ADMISSION

The following is a checklist of materials required by the UTD Office of Enrollment Services to be considered for
admission. Only complete applications received by the deadline (see deadline dates below) will be guaranteed an
admissions decision. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE PROCESSED. If your application is not complete
by the deadline, there is no guarantee that it will be reviewed.
UNDERGRADUATE GRADUATE
___ Complete UTD undergraduate application ___ Complete UTD graduate application
at www.applytexas.org at www.applytexas.org

___ $50 application fee* ___ $50 application fee*

___ $50 foreign credential fee, if applicable*
___ TOEFL score **
___ SAT/ACT score **
___ Diplomas/degree certificates***
___ High school transcripts/marksheets***
___ All college/university transcripts/marksheets***
___ Certified translation of non-English documents***
___ Essay (Topic C)
___ 2 letters of recommendation
___ $50 foreign credential fee, if applicable*
___ TOEFL score **
___ GRE or GMAT score **
___ Diplomas/degree certificates ***
___ All college/university transcripts/ marksheets***
___ 3 letters of recommendation
___ Narrative outlining academic goals at UTD
___ Certified translation of non-English documents***

* All fees are non-refundable. Payment must be in U.S. dollars. You can pay by Visa/MasterCard, money order, or
a check drawn on a U.S. bank. (A check from a non-U.S. bank can be used, but it MUST have the routing number
permanently printed on the bottom of the check.)

** If applicable. See ‘Academic Admission Requirements’ earlier in this document to verify which scores are
applicable.

*** All official/attested documents must be submitted in a sealed envelope with the institutional stamp on the outside of
the envelope. See ‘Academic Admission Requirements’ earlier in this document for detailed information on
credential requirements.

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Please mail your application and supporting materials to:
The University of Texas at Dallas
Office of Enrollment Services – HH10
PO Box 830688
Richardson, TX 75083-0688

APPLICATION & DOCUMENT DEADLINES: Fall Semester Spring Semester Summer Semester
F-1, J-1 visa holders May 1 September 1 March 1
All other visa holders July 1 November 1 April 1

To check your Admission Status:

A) Email: admissions-status@utdallas.edu
B) Web: http://www.utdallas.edu/status
Your ID number is your SSN or assigned Student Identification Number.
Your PIN is your birth date in MM/DD/YY format.
IMMIGRATION REQUIREMENTS/ APPLYING FOR AN I-20

If you are admitted to The University of Texas at Dallas, the International Student Services Office will review your
immigration documents. You may include the following immigration documents with your original application or send
them directly to:
The University of Texas at Dallas
International Student Services Office – MC36
PO Box 830688
Richardson, TX 75083-0688

F-1 and J-1 visa holders Other visa types

___ UTD financial affidavit* ___ Copies of visa, passport, I-94
___ Current bank statement, on letterhead

Once the immigration documents are complete, the International Student Services Office will issue an I-20 or DS-2019
form for F-1 or J-1 students. If you are outside the United States, we will mail the form to you. If you are in the United
States, we will hold your document until after the International Student Orientation session. If your file is missing one or
more of these documents, we will mail a request for these documents to you.

If you have dependents that will join you in the United States, please make this clear on your financial affidavit and
include appropriate bank statements so that we may put this information on your immigration documents.

* The UTD financial affidavit can be found at

http://www.utdallas.edu/student/international/forms/financial_affidavit_form.html

ACADEMIC CALENDAR SPRING 2006 SUMMER 2006 FALL 2006

International Orientation ** (regular) January 5 May 10 TBA
(late) January 9 May 15 TBA
Registration Begins November 7 April 3 April 3

Classes Begin January 9 May 15 August 18

* Tentative dates
** International Orientation is required for all students with F-1 and J-1 visa status.
All dates are subject to change.

For the latest information about orientation dates, please visit

http://www.utdallas.edu/student/international/new/orientation.html.

For the latest schedules and start dates, visit http://utdallas.edu/student/class/calendar.htm.

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 INFORMATION FOR ADMITTED STUDENTS

Estimated Expenses for One Year

Undergraduate Graduate

Tuition & Fees* $ 13,000 (12 hours per semester) $ 11,000 (9 hours per
semester)
Living Expenses** $ 7,500 $ 7,500
Books, Supplies and Required $ 2,000 $ 2,000
Medical Ins. (F & J students only) _______ _______
TOTAL $ 22,500 $ 20,500

*Tuition, fees, and books based on two semesters of enrollment.

** Includes housing (based on shared apartment costs), food, transportation, and miscellaneous expenses.

Tuition

Tuition and fees are established for UTD by the Texas State Legislature and are subject to change on a yearly basis.
Normally, tuition and fees are paid in full at the time of enrollment each semester; however, arrangements may be made
with the Bursar's Office for installment payments for the Fall and Spring semesters.

Housing

Waterview Park Apartments are located on campus within easy walking distance to all campus facilities. The
apartments at Waterview Park are unfurnished and do not include a meal plan. For more information about the
Waterview Park Apartments, contact:
Waterview Park Apartments Email: wvpinformation@waterviewparkapts.com
2800 Waterview Pkwy
Richardson, TX 75080 Web: www.utdallas.edu/student/slife/housing/general/index.html
www.rent.net/direct/waterviewpark

(972) 454-5000*
(866) 276-9982 Toll Free
(972) 238-3612 Fax
* International callers should dial this number with the correct country code.

Though UTD students have priority for available units at Waterview Park, you are not assured an apartment. There are
other apartments in the area surrounding the UTD campus. Please be advised that many students living in these
apartments find it necessary to own a car or to use public transportation.

If you need to stay in a hotel until you can secure housing, there are some hotels near the university. Be sure the taxi
driver understands the name and address of the hotel to which you want to be taken. The following are three suggested
hotels near the University:

HOLIDAY INN-RICHARDSON HAMPTON INN CLARION HOTEL

1655 North Central Expy 1577 Gateway Blvd 1981 North Central Expy
Richardson, Texas Richardson, Texas Richardson, Texas
(972) 238-1900 (972) 234-5400 (972) 644-4000

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Transportation
Dallas Area Rapid Transit Systems (DART) buses stop on the UTD campus. A Dart Pass costs approximately $700.00
per year. For more current information, please visit http://www.dart.org/riding.asp?zeon=DARTFares. Many international
students find it necessary to own an automobile, motorcycle, or bicycle. There are many car dealers in the area of the
university. Newspapers are also an excellent source for used vehicles. Most used vehicles can be purchased for
between $1000 and $9000.

Mandatory Tuberculosis Testing

All students born outside the United States are required to take a Mantoux Tuberculosis test prior to their arrival at UTD.
The TB test results should be sent to the Student Health Center as soon as possible, preferably 30 days prior to your
arrival on campus. Registration for classes will not be permitted until test results are reviewed and approved.
All testing is at the student’s expense. If you have taken a TB test or chest x-ray within 12 months of registration, the
Health Center will consider the testing if you provide original written documentation. If the documentation is accepted,
you are not required to retake the TB test. The TB documentation form can be printed from the web site
http://www.utdallas.edu/healthcenter/utdhealthcenter-forms.html

Health Insurance
Medical and dental expenses in the United States are extremely high. Therefore, all F and J visa status international
students are required to maintain health insurance while enrolled at UTD. Please be advised that student health
insurance coverage does not begin until the first day of classes.

This UTD endorsed Plan is also available to all other enrolled students. Please call 972-883-6161 for information on how
to purchase this insurance.

UTD’s present Student Health Insurance Plan costs approximately $835.00 per year for the student, $3,225.00 for the
student and spouse, and an additional $1,281.00 per child. Please note that these figures are approximate and may
change.

Scholarships
There are a small number of very competitive merit-based scholarships available that are awarded to undergraduate
students. Freshmen applicants to The University of Texas at Dallas are automatically considered for these
scholarships. Transfer applicants may obtain a scholarship application through the Office of Undergraduate Education’s
web site at www.utdallas.edu/dept/ugraddean/scholar.html.

Employment
No international student should plan to earn money in the United States through employment.

*Part-time employment on campus is permitted for F-1 students, but the competition for these jobs is extremely high.
To work off-campus, you must be an F-1 student for at least one academic year. Then you must meet strict eligibility
requirements to be granted employment authorization. You should not plan to earn money through employment while in
the United States.

*Teaching and Research Assistants are an exception to this rule. There are a few teaching and research assistantships
available to UTD students. To apply, contact the head of your Graduate Program.

Weather
The weather in Dallas is very hot in the summer and cold in the winter. Temperatures in summer stay around 100
degrees Fahrenheit (38 degrees Celsius). Temperatures in winter sometimes drop as low as 20 degrees Fahrenheit (-7
degrees Celsius). Please bring appropriate clothing, including a winter coat.

Immigration Requirements: Entering the United States on a Student Visa (F-1 or J-1)

You should never plan to enter the United States on a tourist visa if you plan to study. Before entering the United States
on a student visa, you must have several immigration documents. All are required in order to enter the United States,
and it often takes several months to receive them from the appropriate agency. Plan far in advance so that you will be
able to attend The University of Texas at Dallas for the semester that you wish. The following documents are required:

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• Passport: Apply for a passport from your country of citizenship. This process can take anywhere from 1-6
months.

• I-20 or DS-2019: You will receive the I-20 or DS-2019 from UTD after submitting the appropriate documents (see
Immigration Requirements/Applying for an I-20). The I-20 is used to obtain an F-1 visa and the DS-2019 is used to
obtain a J-1 visa.

• Visa: Apply for an F-1 or J-1 student visa at the United States embassy or consulate in your home country. At a
minimum, you must bring your passport, your I-20 or DS-2019, original financial information showing that you can
support yourself during your stay in the US, and proof that you intend to return to your home country after
completion of your studies. Contact the US embassy or consulate in your home country to determine if any
additional documentation is required.

Once you have your passport, I-20 or DS-2019, and visa, you may enter the United States. At the port of entry to the
US, you will be given a small white card called an I-94. An inspector will take your I-94 and your I-20 (or DS-2019) and
stamp them to verify where and when you entered the United States. You will need to make copies of these
documents and bring them to the International Student Orientation.

Arriving at The University of Texas at Dallas

International students are not permitted to enter the United States more than 30 days prior to the report date listed on
the I-20 or DS-2019. You should plan to arrive in Dallas several days before the International Orientation. This will
allow you some days to make housing arrangements and become familiar with the campus and the surrounding area.
You should arrive no later than the day preceding the International Orientation. The Orientation will include important
information concerning registration, immigration requirements, and University policies and procedures. A general
introduction to the campus and community will also be included. All students with F-1 and J-1 status must attend
and will not be able to register for classes until they have completed this requirement.

The minimum amount of money a student should have with him/her when arriving in Dallas is $8500.00 (preferably in
Traveler's Checks), to cover tuition, fees, books, and several months' living expenses. International students should
plan to keep a balance equal to at least one month's living expenses on deposit in a Dallas bank at all times. Some
countries have local government restrictions that regulate the conversion of the required amounts of money into U.S.
dollars. It is very important for you to be aware of any such regulations. Before you leave your country, make
arrangements for the transfer of funds for a period of at least one year. Be sure you know the procedure for securing
the transfer of the funds for the second year of study.

You should obtain at least $100 in U.S. currency before leaving your country. All international airports in the U.S.
have an international banking service, but the rate of exchange is often less favorable than in your country. Not all of
these services will be open after 6:00 p.m. at Dallas/Fort Worth Airport. We recommend that the remainder of the
money you will need during your first month in the United States (approximately $6000.00) be in U.S. Traveler's
Checks.

If you need assistance with transportation from the airport to a hotel, these services are available through many
campus groups. Please go to the International Student Services website at
www.utdallas.edu/student/international/new/arrival.html for details.

Valuable information:
Admissions questions: admissions-status@utdallas.edu 972-883-2270
International Student Services/I-20 questions: immigration@utdallas.edu 972-883-4189
International Student Services website: www.utdallas.edu/student/international

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