About Tuition, Fees, and Charges

Tuition, fees, and charges are charged by session and are assessed to students based on enrolled semester credit hours, a set charge per term, or specific services. They are required of all students, charged to everyone taking specific courses or anyone receiving specific services, or charged only for voluntary products or services. For information concerning tuition, fees, and charges, visit The University of Texas System. Search for Statutory Authority to view Student Fees and Charges.

TERMS/SESSIONS

Fall Term: Fall Regular, 5-Week I, 5-Week II, 5-Week III, 8-Week I, 8-Week II

Spring Term: Winter Intersession, Spring Regular, 5-Week I, 5-Week II, 5-Week III, 8-Week I, 8-Week II

Summer Term: Summer Intersession, Summer I 5-Week, Summer I 7-Week, Summer I 11-Week, Summer II 5-Week, Summer II 7-Week, Summer 14-Week

Tuition, fees, and charges are subject to change by legislative or regental action and become effective on the date enacted and will be reflected in tuition, fees, and charges assessed. The Texas Legislature does not set the specific amount for any particular student fee. Tuition, fees, and charges are authorized by state statute; however, the specific amounts and the determination to increase the fees and charges are made by The University of Texas at Arlington administration and The University of Texas System Board of Regents.

Resident undergraduate students who enrolled initially in the fall 1999 semester or subsequent semesters cannot exceed more than 45 hours of the number of hours required for completion of the degree plan in which they are enrolled. Any hours beyond 45 are considered excessive and are subject to Excessive Hours Tuition.

Resident undergraduate students who enrolled initially in the fall 2006 semester or subsequent semesters cannot exceed more than 30 hours of the number of hours required for completion of the degree plan in which they are enrolled. Any hours beyond 30 are considered excessive and subject to Excessive Hours Tuition.

Resident doctoral student who has more than 99 credit hours of doctoral work at an institution of higher education work are considered excessive and subject to Excessive Hours Tuition.

Resident undergraduate students who enroll in a course that is substantively identical to a course for which they have previously attempted two or more times (3-Peat) are required to pay Repeat Tuition.

Accelerated online students are responsible for understanding the tuition and fee rates, policies, and requirements unique to this program. Visit the UTA Accelerated Online Programs site for additional details.

Tuition and Fees are just a part of a student's expenses while attending a particular college. To review the estimated expenses for one year including tuition, housing and food, books, supplies, transportation, loan fees, and miscellaneous expenses here at UT Arlington, please visit Financial Aid and Scholarships Average Cost.

Tuition is charged based on course, semester credit hours, and level of study and is charged based upon individual session. Refund percentages for withdrawals and dropped courses will be calculated based on the first class day of each session. See the official University Academic Calendar for each session.

Tuition and Fees are just a part of a student's expenses while attending a particular college. To review the estimated expenses for one year including tuition, housing and food, books, supplies, transportation, loan fees, and miscellaneous expenses here at UT Arlington, please visit Financial Aid and Scholarships Average Cost.

The Tuition Estimator is designed to help potential and existing students obtain a rough estimate of the fees involved in attending the university. It is intended only for the purpose of estimating tuition & fees by Session based on the information entered.

  • Costs for housing, meals, books, and other personal expenses are not included.
  • Tuition and/or fees are subject to change at any time.
  • Certain fees may not be included, and you should always rely on your actual tuition bill for calculating payment.
  • The output generated by this tool is not a guarantee of future costs.

Click here to access the Tuition Estimator.

Tuition and Fees are just a part of a student's expenses while attending a particular college. To review the estimated expenses for one year including tuition, housing and food, books, supplies, transportation, loan fees, and miscellaneous expenses here at UT Arlington, please visit Financial Aid and Scholarships Average Cost.

Update to Excessive Hours and 3-peat Charges

Beginning Fall 2025, UTA will charge Excessive Hours Tuition and Repeat Tuition to applicable Texas resident students (excluding Accelerated Online) who exceed an established number of excessive hours beyond a degree plan or repeat a course three or more times.

Excessive Hours and 3-Peat Charges