History
Established in 1890, the University of North Texas thrives as a public research university with 38,000 students and a path to any career. As we’ve grown into one of the nation’s largest public universities, our impact has grown, but we’ve never lost sight of our beginnings above a hardware store on the Denton square.
Education
UNT is the most comprehensive university in the Dallas–Fort Worth area, offering 105 bachelor's, 88 master's and 37 doctoral degree programs — many nationally and internationally recognized.
Research
Faculty and students engage in innovative research and creative activities that consistently break new ground. The exciting scholarship at UNT is broad based and far reaching, incorporating research in the humanities, social sciences and the arts, as well as the sciences, technology, engineering and mathematics.
Career
The Career Center exists to provide services to currently enrolled students in all academic majors and for all degree levels, as they seek to make career decisions, part-time employment while in school or full-time employment following graduation or certification. The Career Center is a liaison between students and employers representing education, business, industry, government and public service that seek to fulfill their hiring needs.
University of North Texas Key Statistics & Highlights
- #601 Ranking
- 200 Masters
- 315 Scholarships
- 42,524 Students
- 19,561 Students (female)
- Public Institution Type
University of North Texas Overview
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University of North Texas Student Reviews & Awards
Based on 25 reviews
- 5 Star 10 Reviews
- 4 Star 12 Reviews
- 3 Star 3 Reviews
- 2 Star 0 Reviews
- 1 Star 0 Reviews
How Students Rated This University
- Student Teacher Interaction 4.1
- Student Diversity 4.5
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Great university! Nice campus culture and quality professors and courses. In my two semesters here so far I've taken some really great classes and gotten a lot of opportunities I wouldn't have elsewhere. One of the best things about the linguistics master's program specifically is that you can be a GA/TA/RA while doing your master's, which isn't super common.
Amazing communities
I'm still enrolled in the university, but the communities and opportunities are endless! There something for everyone here, and I cannot recommend it more. Per class or major, there are multiple organizations and leaders that will guide you through anything, from internships to activities.
It's still a commuter school
Despite its best efforts, North Texas does not particularly cater to students looking to engage in a stereotypical college culture. The university very rarely allows students to live on campus after their first year, and does not offer much incentive to live near campus. Sports teams are generally below average, and on campus events leave much to be desired.
Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2025
The Global Student Satisfaction Awards empower students across the globe to determine the best universities of 2025. Universities with a score above 4.0 (out of 5) in any of the 7 award categories, receive Badges of Excellence. Congratulations!
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University of North Texas Rankings
Study Portals Meta Ranking
Studyportals ranking look at the scores of the most used ranking systems and present you with one number of how well this University performs.
Academic Ranking of World Universities
By Shanghai Jiao Tong University
Dropped 100 places compared to 2024
ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.
3 year trend Academic Ranking of World Universities
| 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| 501 | 501 | 601 |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
Best Global Universities Rankings
By U.S. News & World Report
Dropped 16 places compared to 2025
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
3 year trend Best Global Universities Rankings
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| 679 | 698 | 714 |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
QS World University Rankings
By TopUniversities
Climbed 100 places compared to 2025
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
3 year trend QS World University Rankings
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
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| 1001 | 1001 | 901 |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
Student services
Departments and programs within the DSA include: Admissions, Auxiliary Services, Career Center, Center for Leadership and Service, Counseling and Testing Services, Dean of Students, Dining Services, Disability Accommodation, Financial Aid and Scholarships, Gateway and Coliseum, Greek Life, Housing and Residence Life, Orientation and Transition Programs, Outreach, Parent Programs, Recreational Sports, Student Activities Center, Student Affairs Administration, Student Health and Wellness Center, Student Legal Services, Student Money Management Center, Student Veteran Services, Substance Abuse Resource Center, and the University Union.
Housing services
All unmarried undergraduate students who have graduated from high school the semester prior to enrolling at UNT, who have completed fewer than 30 semester hours of university work (pre-college hours not included) and who enroll for 12 or more hours are required to reside in university-operated residence halls under a contractual room and board plan as long as space is available. Exemption may be granted by the director of housing in accordance with an established policy statement, which is available from the Department of Housing and Residence Life. College Inn, Honors Hall, Legends Hall, Santa Fe Square, and Mozart Square are available for upperclassmen students and allow for a no–meal plan selection.
Library services
UNT Libraries' services include:
- Willis Library open 24/7 during long semesters
- Mac and PC laptop checkout
- Free video games, movies, music and more
- The Study cafe in Willis Library
- Electronic resources, including journals, books and other research materials
- Library instruction, subject guides and tutorials
- Research assistance from subject experts
ICT services
Centralized campus computing services that support instruction, research and student learning are provided through Academic Computing and User Services (ACUS). ACUS is a division of University Information Technology.
Medical services
The Student Health and Wellness Center is the on-campus medical clinic for UNT students. Our clinic offers treatment for injuries, illnesses, and other medical issues with convenient access to on-site laboratory testing, x-rays, and pharmacy services. We also offer health education services to keep UNT students healthy, in class, and on the path to graduation and professional success.
Campus life
One of the best parts of the UNT experience is living on campus in one of our 15 residence halls. Each hall has its own personality and traditions, and many offer Living-Learning Communities, which bring you together with other students who share your major or interest.
Sports facilities
Recreational Sports is located in the state-of-the-art 138,000 square-foot Pohl Recreation Center and offers an incredible array of programs and experiences to support and inspire the wellness of the UNT Community. We’re also one of the largest employers of students on campus, working with nearly 300 student employees a year in every program area to develop their work experience and leadership skills.
Student clubs
One of the goals of Student Activities is to help students make connections on campus and maximize their college experience through student organizations. We have over 425 student organizations from which to choose, so there’s something for everyone. And if there’s not, you can create one! Becoming a member of a student organization helps you meet new people, develop leadership skills, and promote your interests while in college.
Accreditation
The University of North Texas is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award baccalaureate, masters and doctorate degrees.