At The University of Texas at Tyler, we’ve come to understand that our numbers aren’t what makes us special — though they are pretty impressive. It’s you — watching you discover your passions, your community, your career and future throughout your time at UT Tyler. So, we invite you to uncover all that UT Tyler has to offer. Most of all, we invite you to discover you.
“I chose to attend UT Tyler because of its great programs and opportunities for hands-on learning.”
Evan Thibodeaux CLASS OF 2029 Kinesiology
ASK ANY TYLER NATIVE , and they’ll tell you how much UT Tyler has changed since its founding in 1971. From a two-year, upper-level institution to a full, four-year university in the prestigious UT System, UT Tyler has come a long way — and we’re still growing! Every year, we forge new connections, add new programs and craft new traditions. So, learn what UT Tyler has to offer and discover what interests you.
“The people here are very helpful and kind.”
Duran
“The library is a great place to study, and thanks to the interlibrary loan system, any book you need is right at your fingertips.”
Jack Moore
“I think the best thing about UT Tyler is the dedication of professors to helping students succeed in all of their academic and professional goals.”
Ben Houston
“The professors are amazing, and you can tell that they care about you.”
“The food here is really good, and you can’t forget about MET Larry!”
Ethan Baker
“UT Tyler has one of the best college communities in the state of Texas! The university holds many annual school spirit events that are a great place to meet new people and enjoy the campus.” Cohen Taylor
“UT Tyler has not only given me a valuable education but also a network of people who genuinely care about my success and well-being.”
Cassidy Copeland
“THE FACULTY HERE ARE APPROACHABLE AND GENUINELY INVESTED IN STUDENT SUCCESS, WHICH MAKES A HUGE DIFFERENCE IN BOTH MY ACADEMIC AND PERSONAL GROWTH.”
UT Tyler isn’t just a place — it’s a deep-rooted community where you’ll live, learn and make lifelong friendships. Put simply, it’s a family.
The best way to discover your community is to try it all and get involved. From club sports, intramurals and outdoor adventures at the Herrington Patriot Center to year-round service opportunities that will help you develop your leadership skills, UT Tyler has something for everyone.
uttyler.edu/student-life
Everything you need is right here on campus. Hungry? The Met has you covered. Bored? The Patriot Zone can take care of that. Everything from dining, fitness and medical care to arts, entertainment and events is within your grasp at UT Tyler.
Grab a bite from one of our many on-campus dining options.
Chick-fil-A
Einstein Bros. Bagels
The Met
Starbucks
Subway
Swoop N’ Go C-Store
Taterlicious
Tres Habaneros
The best way to make UT Tyler your home is to live on campus or in one of our satellite residential communities.
University Pines
Victory Village
SAFETY
UT Tyler is invested in the health and safety of our students. That’s why we provide an on-campus health clinic and a police department that’s on-call 24/7.
As a member of NCAA Division II and the Lone Star Conference, UT Tyler Athletics is soaring to new heights. With 17 athletic programs and more than 300 student-athletes, Patriot Athletics continues to grow, bringing national recognition and increased opportunities to the East Texas community.
MEN’S Baseball Basketball
Cross
CO-ED
WOMEN’S Basketball
Cross
With tailgating events throughout the year, fun theme nights, pregame and postgame gatherings, watch parties and more, UT Tyler Athletics is for ALL students. UT Tyler students receive free admission to all home games. So, catch a game, support your Patriots and put your talons up!
NCAA DIVISION III
Let’s face it — where a school is can be just as important as the school itself. Luckily for us, Tyler is a growing mid-size city located less than 100 miles east of Dallas. Plus, it was named the NO. 1 CITY IN TEXAS TO MOVE TO BY USA TODAY.
Renowned as the Rose Capital of the United States, Tyler is a regional focal point for entertainment, retail, healthcare, dining, arts and outdoor recreation. Whether you want to take an afternoon to hike through Tyler State Park, eat your way through all the local Tex-Mex joints, or enjoy a Broadway Show at UT Tyler’s R. Don Cowan Fine and Performing Arts Center, Tyler is a vibrant place to live and study. So beat the crowd and discover Tyler’s hidden gems for yourself.
UT Tyler students receive a special discount!
Andy’s Frozen Custard
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Adjusting Sails Dirtworks
Art Alley
Downtown Tyler East Texas State Fair
East Texas Symphony Orchestra
Edom Arts Festival
Escapology
Game Crave
Geek World
Green Acres Bowl
Ground Zero Comics
Historic Aviation Memorial Museum
iJump Tyler
Liberty Hall
Mosaic District
Piddlin' Pottery
Red Dirt Music Festival
Studio Movie Grill
Times Square Grand Slam
Tyler Art Festival
Tyler Civic Theatre
Tyler Escape Room
Tyler Film Festival
Tyler Murals
Tyler Museum of Art
Tyler Rose Festival
Lola’s
& Dumplings
Posado’s Cafe Republic Ice House
Ruby’s Mexican Restaurant
Sister 2 Sister Cookies
Stanley’s Famous Pit
Sola Bread Co
Top It Off Pizza
Village Bakery
Apricot Lane Boutique
Bricks & Minifigs Tyler
Broadway Square Mall
Blue Bird Consignment
Brands & Threads Cole & Co.
Cumberland Mall
Gaudy Me Foster
Hangers of Hope
Hidden Julz
Jarvis Couture Bridal & Formal
Lauren Ferrell Designs
Mita Artisan Shoppe
Moss
Pine & Rose Mercantile Potpourri House
Sweet Gourmet
Spinout
Twisted TX Boutique
Uptown Cheapskate
Velvet Vintage
Weird & Different
Ye Olde City Antique Mall
TEA & COFFEE SHOPS
Brady’s Coffee
The Board Room
Boards and Bites
Bobaloompia
The
Cup O’ Joy Teahouse
Sip’n
Travelin Tom’s
For even more things to do, go to visittyler.com/businesses or stop by the Tyler Visitor Center.
CAITLYN MALONE CREDITS LIVING ON CAMPUS WITH HELPING HER TO FORM HER CIRCLES OF FRIENDS.
Caitlyn’s first friend group was her roommates. She lived in Patriot Village with three other students, and they bonded during their first weekend on campus, attending
events together and forming a close-knit friend group.
As a biochemistry major, Caitlyn’s next friend group might come as a bit of a shock, but it’s one of her favorite things about UT Tyler.
“I’m part of Patriot Singers and Concert Chorale. I’m not a music major. I’m not a music minor. I sing in the choir
because I like it and it’s a great break from all my scienceheavy classes,” she says.
“I get to go and be with a completely different set of people doing something completely different, and there’s a lot of opportunities for that at UT Tyler. You can do anything you want, and it doesn’t necessarily have to be part of your major.”
Caitlyn then joined Greek life, rising to a leadership position after just one semester. She also participates in the Academy of Future Health Professionals and hopes to attend medical school after graduation.
“I’ve thrived at UT Tyler.”
“RELATIONSHIPS, FRIENDSHIPS & CONNECTIONS CREATED CAN MAKE OR BREAK A COLLEGE EXPERIENCE.”
"At UT Tyler, you get one-on-one interaction with professors. They’re very good at communicating and make sure you get the help you need."
Andres Martinez CLASS OF 2028 Finance
You’re unique, so why would your path to success after college be any different? UT Tyler’s Career Success team is here with a variety of resources to support your specific needs and help you accomplish your goals.
Visit uttyler.edu/careersuccess to explore career paths.
CAREER
CAREER SUCCESS COACHES
Each college has a designated career coach to help you discover a career you love. Send them an email, give them a call, or stop by their office to go over everything from resumes, cover letters and interviews to job applications and everything in between.
From resume writing to networking, we offer workshops on a variety of career development topics to refine your skills and guide you down the path to success.
Access nearly 500,000 employers for internship and job opportunities through our partnership with Handshake, a powerful, modern recruiting platform.
ACADEMY OF FUTURE HEALTH PROFESSIONALS
UNIQUE EMPLOYERS
CAREER FAIRS
Several fairs take place annually to allow you to visit with regional, national and international employers about internships and careers. Make sure to attend!
Through specialized workshops, mentoring and hands-on experiences, UT Tyler is preparing students to be accepted into medical school and excel in their studies.
uttyler.edu/handshake
DISCOVER STUDY ABROAD — YOUR GLOBAL JOURNEY STARTS HERE!
Take your education beyond the classroom with faculty-led programs, semester exchanges and affiliate provider options in exciting destinations worldwide. You'll earn college credit, build lifelong connections and gain perspectives along the way. Plus, scholarships are available for all program types, helping you turn your travel dreams into reality!
uttyler.edu/studyabroad
PAST STUDY ABROAD DESTINATIONS
Belgium Costa Rica
England France Italy Morocco
Spain
UT Tyler is one of 139 universities in the nation recognized as an R2 Research University by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Ed. But why should that matter to you? Because it means that UT Tyler has high research activity, and you can take part in that research as an undergrad — even as early as your freshman year!
Challenge yourself with a unique, intensive and tight-knit experience as a student in UT Tyler’s Honors College. Geared toward hard-working and intellectually driven students, this unique program enhances your academic experience through an innovative curriculum, expanded research opportunities and a built-in community of like-minded peers.
WHY CHOOSE THE HONORS COLLEGE?
Interdisciplinary Curriculum
Small, Seminar-Style Classes
Personal Faculty Mentorship
Custom Learning Paths
Capstone Senior Project
Tight-Knit Honors
Community
Major-Specific Tracks
Annual Lyceum Research Showcase
So, what happens after you earn your bachelor’s? Consider UT Tyler’s Graduate School! You’ll receive one-on-one support from passionate faculty members and take part in cutting-edge research that creates solutions for a better world. Plus, our Patriot Admit program offers UT Tyler students and alumni with a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA various application benefits based on the program they choose, including exemption from the application fee, GRE/GMAT exam, statement of purpose and letters of recommendation.
Visit the Graduate School to learn more! uttyler.edu/graduate
As the first medical school in East Texas, the School of Medicine is transforming healthcare in our community. With a projected critical shortage of physicians serving East Texas, we train our students to step up to the challenge and make a real, positive impact on the needs of our region.
uttyler.edu/medicine
BEN & MAYTEE FISCH COLLEGE OF PHARMACY
Our PharmD program is at the forefront of pharmacy education, teaching future pharmacists the solutions-oriented skills used day-to-day in the healthcare field — preparing them to become a valuable asset to any healthcare team and deliver compassionate and effective patient care.
uttyler.edu/pharmacy.
“It’s exciting to see how far UT Tyler has come and the foundation it’s building for the future.”
Megan Tarrant CLASS OF 2007 BBA in Accounting
Though attending UT Tyler wasn’t part of Megan Tarrant’s original plan, she realized that UT Tyler offered not only strong academics but a foundation for her future.
“At first, I thought UT Tyler was just a temporary stop,” says Megan. “But it had everything I needed — and more — right in my own backyard.”
At UT Tyler, Megan gained the technical foundation in accounting, marketing and core business concepts that strengthened her natural curiosity and willingness to challenge the status quo — traits that would serve her well as she stepped into her career.
After earning a Bachelor of Business Administration in accounting in 2007, Megan began her professional journey with Clements Fluids, a family-founded company with deep roots in the energy sector. Starting out managing finances and bookkeeping, Megan has risen to the role of CEO and became an owner of Clements Fluids in 2022.
Looking back, Megan is proud of her UT Tyler roots.
Whether you are a freshman or transfer student, we want to ensure a smooth admissions process. Our admissions team is dedicated to making it easy for you and is available to guide you through the process while answering any questions you may have.
UT Tyler will waive SAT and ACT requirements for the 2026-2027 academic year, but we recommend that students submit test scores with their application, if available.
UT Tyler is already one of the most affordable University of Texas institutions. On top of our great price, we also award millions of dollars each year in merit and need-based scholarships. Plus, more than 80% of our students receive some sort of financial aid to help. Additionally, we have separate scholarship programs for our NCAA Division II athletes, choir, music and general scholarship funding. See uttyler.edu/scholarships for more details.
DECEMBER 1 See uttyler.edu/scholarships for more details.
required but an option: Academic Excellence: ACT: 24+/SAT: 1160; Patriot: ACT: 26+/SAT: 1240; Honors Scholars: ACT: 29+/SAT: 1350 ^ Funding is limited. Not all students reviewed will be selected.
Pell Grants are available to undergrads who have not earned their first bachelor’s or professional degree. Amount based on financial need from FAFSA, renewable each semester.
uttyler.edu/aid
Available to undergraduates who reside in Texas. Amount based on financial need from FAFSA, renewable annually.
Work-study programs provide undergraduate students with part-time employment in community service areas, reading and math tutoring programs, and university departments.
Our Military and Veterans Success Center provides individualized, relationshipcentered support and advocacy to help veterans and dependents navigate from the military to a career. Contact the MVSC at 903.565.5972 or mvsc@uttyler.edu to learn more.
Apply early, often and for everything — even small scholarships can make a big difference.
With multiple ways to fund your future, we are committed to helping you fund your education.
To receive financial aid, you must submit a FAFSA. studentaid.gov
Check out our net price calculator at uttyler.edu/costcalculator to easily see what your program might cost.
uttyler.edu/apply
TOP 25% CELEBRATION OCTOBER 8, 2025
FALL PATRIOT PREMIERE NOVEMBER 15, 2025
SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE DECEMBER 1, 2025
SPRING PATRIOT PREMIERE APRIL 11, 2026
CONFIRMATION DEADLINE MAY 1, 2026
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