Universal Technical Institute-West Texas

301 West Howard Lane
Austin, TX 78753
Top-Ranked (2026): View Rankings

School Highlights

Universal Technical Institute-West Texas serves 811 students (100% of students are full-time).
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 74%.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 811 students
  • Acceptance Rate: 41%
  • Minority enrollment: 72%
  • 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
Number of Programs Offered
5
8
School Calendar

Student Body

The student population of Universal Technical Institute-West Texas has grown by 459% over five years.
The Universal Technical Institute-West Texas diversity score of 0.64 is less than the state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
811 students
4,931 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
23:1
# Full-Time Students
811 students
909 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
4,022 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
811 students
403 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
811 students
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
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
1%
6%
% Hispanic
52%
46%
% Black
7%
13%
% White
28%
26%
% Two or more races
9%
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
2%
% Unknown races
2%
4%
Diversity Score
0.64
0.70
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
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
92%
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 (2026)

  • Enrollment: 811 students
  • Acceptance Rate: 41%
  • Minority enrollment: 72%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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Travis County, TX community colleges have a diversity score of 0.68, 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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