As national rankings have recognized, the University of Dallas yields top value for students seeking a rigorous liberal arts education. Compared to other regional universities in the American West, UD offers unmatched academic quality at one of the most affordable costs.
Last year,
of first-year students received scholarships and/or grants directly from the University of Dallas.
In 2023-24,
is the average tuition and housing-and-food cost after scholarships and grants to first-year students.
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First-year students admitted to UD who have one or more siblings already in college are eligible for the grant, regardless of their families’ income or where their siblings are attending college.
Tuition |
$50,140 |
Mandatory Fees |
$3,790* |
Housing and Food |
$15,010 |
Direct Costs |
$68,940 |
*Does not include a one-time orientation fee.
On-campus | Off-campus | At Home | |
Tuition | $50,140 | $50,140 | $50,140 |
Fees* | $3,790 | $3,790 | $3,790 |
Books, course materials, supplies, and equipment | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,000 |
Housing | $7,940 | $7,490 | $3,217 |
Food | $7,070 | $2,909 | $2,028 |
Transportation | $2,000 | $3,963 | $4,484 |
Personal Expenses | $905 | $968 | $968 |
Total | $72,845 | $70,260 | $65,627 |
The average cost of books, course materials, supplies and equipment for a typical student for an entire year.
The average cost of transportation between campus, residencies and place of work for a typical student is $2,000 for the whole year.
The average of a student living on campus at least on a half time basis, which is typically $905.
A reasonable estimate of what it would cost to live in Irving, Texas, while attending school. Actual costs may vary by individual choices related to location and circumstances.