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Undergraduate and transfer admissions

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Admissions Requirements

In addition to the university admission requirements, applicants must meet the following minimum requirements for admission to the College of Engineering:

Freshman Applicants

Freshman applicants should have a math SAT score of 540 or higher or a math ACT score of 22 or higher.

Once admitted into the university, students must take a math placement test in order to determine which level course to enroll in. The Department of Mathematics offers examinations for math placement throughout the year.

Transfer Applicants

Transfer applicants should be eligible to enroll in Math 1710 (Calculus I) at UNT or in a higher level math class. 

For applicants who do not meet the above requirements, admission will be granted to a pre-engineering program in the College of Arts and Sciences. The applicant will be eligible to be admitted to the College of Engineering after completing Math 1650 (Pre-Calculus) with a grade of C or better.

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Graduate admissions

Fall applicants who are seeking funding from the College of Engineering should apply prior to January 15th.

Steps to Apply:

  1. Review the admission criteria for Toulouse Graduate School and your department of interest.
  2. Fill out the online application.
  3. Have official transcripts, GRE scores and any necessary supplemental materials sent to UNT.
  4. International applicants will need to supply proof of English proficiency as well as supply other additional documents. Read more about these requirements by visiting the UNT-International website.

Successful applicants to the graduate programs in the College of Engineering will typically meet the following criteria:

Master of Science Applicants in the Departments of Computer Science and Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, Electrical Engineering and Mechanical and Energy Engineering

  • Bachelor’s degree in related field.
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA in last 60 hours of undergraduate coursework.
  • Acceptable general GRE scores. Successful applicants will typically present scores of 155 or higher on the Quantitative section and 146 or higher on the Verbal section.
  • Required supplemental documents (letters of recommendation, statements of purpose, etc.) vary by program. Please visit your department’s website to determine any additional documents they will require.

Master of Science in the Department of Engineering Technology

  • An ABET accredited bachelor’s degree in engineering or in engineering technology. Applicants holding a math, science, architecture, or business degree may also be admitted after completing a set of background courses from the relevant concentration area with an average of “B” or better. The set of courses required will be decided in consultation with an adviser and based on the individual applicant background.
  • Bachelors cumulative GPA of 2.8 or higher or a GPA of 2.0 or higher in the last 60 hours of undergraduate coursework.
  • Acceptable general GRE scores. The GRE will be waived for graduates of ABET accredited degree programs. You can find the specific GRE requirements for the MSET program by visiting the Department of Engineering Technology website.

Ph.D. Applicants

  • Minimum 3.5 GPA in previous university coursework.
  • Acceptable general GRE scores. Successful applicants typically present scores of 155 or higher on the Quantitative section and 150 or higher on the Verbal section.
  • Three letters of recommendation.
  • Statement of Purpose.

Below is a list of the academic departments in the College of Engineering along with links to important admissions information for each one:

Computer Science and Engineering: the department offers a master's degree in both Computer Science and Computer Engineering. A doctorate is also offered in Computer Science and Engineering. View the department's admissions requirements.

Department of Electrical Engineering: the department offers a master’s degree in Electrical Engineering leveling courses may be required depending on the student's educational background. The department takes a holistic approach when evaluating applicants. View the department's admissions requirements.

Department of Engineering Technology: the department offers a master’s degree in Engineering Technology with concentrations in Construction Management, Electrical Systems, Engineering Management and Mechanical Systems. View the department's admissions requirements.

Department of Materials Science and Engineering: the department offers a master’s degree in Materials Science and Engineering and a doctorate in Materials Science and Engineering. View the department's admissions requirements.

Department of Mechanical and Energy Engineering: the department offers a master’s degree in Mechanical and Energy Engineering. Students also have the option of pursuing a doctorate in Materials Science and Engineering with a concentration in Mechanical and Energy Engineering. View the department's admissions requirements.

 

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International admissions

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Applications and all supporting materials should be sent to International Admissions 4-6 MONTHS before the beginning of the intended term.

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Texas Academy of Mathematics and Science student admission (TAMS)

The Texas Academy of Mathematics and Science is a two-year program open only to high school students.