Universal Technical Institute-West Texas

301 West Howard Lane
Austin, TX 78753
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School Highlights

The college's student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the state community college average of 23:1.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Acceptance Rate: 41%
  • Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Universal Technical Institute-West Texas ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Universal Technical Institute-West Texas
(TX) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Associate's Dominant
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
n/a
262 staff
School Calendar

Student Body

The Universal Technical Institute-West Texas diversity score of 1.00 is more than the state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
n/a
4,931 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
23:1
# Full-Time Students
n/a
909 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
4,022 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
n/a
403 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
890 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
40 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
4,166 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
47 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
252 students
% Asian
n/a
6%
% Hispanic
n/a
46%
% Black
n/a
13%
% White
n/a
26%
% Two or more races
n/a
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
2%
% Unknown races
n/a
4%
Diversity Score
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0.70
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
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55%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
34%

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
n/a
84%
Median Debt for Graduates
n/a
$10,765
Median Debt for Dropouts
n/a
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
41%
84%
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of Universal Technical Institute-West Texas?
The acceptance rate of Universal Technical Institute-West Texas is 41%, which is lower than the state average of 84%. Universal Technical Institute-West Texas's acceptance rate is ranked among the top community colleges in Texas with low acceptance rates.
What is Universal Technical Institute-West Texas's ranking?
Universal Technical Institute-West Texas ranks among the top 20% of community college in Texas for: Lowest acceptance rates.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Acceptance Rate: 41%
  • Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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Travis County, TX community colleges have a diversity score of 0.72, which is lower than the national average of 0.74. The most diverse community college in Travis County, TX is Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts-Austin. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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