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Texas Woman's University
Texas Woman's University
DENTON, TX . 4 Year 3.8
#501 in Best Colleges in America
304 ADMINISTRATION DR DENTON, TX 76204

Overview

Texas Woman’s University is located in Denton, Texas, and was founded in 1901 as the only public university in the United States dedicated exclusively to women’s education. Today, TWU has grown into the largest women-led public university system in the United States, with campuses in Denton, Dallas, and Houston, offering over 75 degree and certificate programs across disciplines such as liberal arts, nursing, health sciences, business, and education. The university places a strong emphasis on diversity, with approximately 64% of its students coming from underrepresented minority groups, reflecting its inclusive and global perspective. TWU is committed to providing high-quality education, emphasizing experiential learning, health and well-being, and leadership development. Graduates from the university demonstrate strong employment rates and salary levels in Texas, reflecting the institution's educational quality and societal impact. As a historic and evolving university, TWU continues to uphold its mission of “Educating Women, Empowering the World,” cultivating leaders with global competitiveness.

Rankings

  • 27

    #27 in Best Colleges for Nursing in America

  • 1

    #1 0 in Best Value Colleges in Texas

  • 59

    #59 in Best Colleges for Culinary Arts in America

  • Best Colleges for Nursing in America 27 of 774
  • Best Colleges for Culinary Arts in America 59 of 140
  • Best Hispanic-Serving Institutions in America 80 of 405

Academics

  • B Academics
  • A Value
  • A Diversity
  • A Campus
  • B Athletics
  • B Party Scene
  • B Professors
  • A Location
  • BDorms
  • B+Campus Food
  • A Student Life
  • B+Safety

Majors

  • Nursing
    470 Graduates
  • Liberal Arts and Humanities
    255 Graduates
  • Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies
    200 Graduates
  • Psychology
    134 Graduates
  • Kinesiology and Exercise Science
    132 Graduates
  • Business
    127 Graduates
  • Education
    106 Graduates
  • Child Development
    98 Graduates
  • Biology
    90 Graduates
  • Sociology
    66 Graduates

Admissions

  • Rolling Admissions
    Application Deadline
  • 96%
    Acceptance Rate
  • $50
    Application Fee
  • Application Website
    Visit offical website
  • SAT Range
    950-1160
  • ACT Range
    17-25
  • SAT/ACT
    Considered but not required
  • High School GPA
    Required
  • Early Decision/Early Action
    No

Costs

  • Average Total Aid Awarded
    $8,996
  • Students Receiving Financial Aid
    93%
  • National Average Cost
    $15,523

After College

  • Graduation Rate
    48%
  • Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    92%
  • National Average Earnings
    $33,028

Students

  • Full-Time Enrollment
    6,561 Undergrads
  • Part-Time Undergrads
    3,729
  • Undergrads Over 25
    23%
  • Pell Grant
    55%
  • Varsity Athletes
    2%

Campus Life

  • Student Faculty Ratio
    14:1
  • Evening Degree Programs
    Yes
  • Athletic Conference
    Lone Star Conference
  • Athletic Division
    NCAA Division II (without football)

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