Paying for College

The best is within your reach

UNT provides a traditional college experience and the quality of a private university at an affordable cost. We've been named one of America's 100 Best College Buys® for 21 consecutive years.

Above the rest for thousands less

UNT's popular new Eagle Express Tuition Plan lets you lock in your academic costs for four years, earn your bachelor's degree sooner and save up to $3,000 when you graduate in four years. No other Texas university offers a more innovative solution to rising college costs.

By the numbers

About 75 percent of UNT students receive financial aid and scholarships totaling $330 million annually. This includes more than $39 million in scholarships. To receive first consideration, submit the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) before UNT's Feb. 1 priority deadline for scholarship consideration. The admission application deadline is March 1.

  • Scholarships: funds awarded based on merit or need; no repayment required
  • Grants: funds awarded based on need; no repayment required
  • Loans: funds that must be repaid at some point
  • Student employment: 3,500 jobs on campus and 8,500 off campus
  • Graduate Assistantships: Students in the Frank W. Mayborn Graduate Institute of Journalism may apply for graduate assistantships which provide paid opportunities to work closely with faculty and get published in one of the institute's literary offerings while pursuing a graduate degree.

Resources

Learn at the UNT Office of Student Financial Aid and Scholarships website