Top 10 Texas Universities

Discover the top 10 universities in Texas, featuring a mix of flagship public institutions and prestigious private universities.

Featuring the most prominent and highly-regarded universities in the state

400+
Total Colleges
37
Public Universities
50
Community College Districts
180+
Private Institutions
University of Texas at Austin
Public Research University

Austin, TX

Flagship university with world-class research and diverse academic programs

51,331
Students
$11,752
In-State Tuition
31%
Acceptance Rate
87%
Graduation Rate
Texas A&M University
Public Research University

College Station, TX

Large research university known for engineering, agriculture, and veterinary medicine

70,628
Students
$12,753
In-State Tuition
63%
Acceptance Rate
82%
Graduation Rate
Rice University
Private Research University

Houston, TX

Elite private university with excellent engineering and business programs

4,247
Students
$54,960
In-State Tuition
8%
Acceptance Rate
94%
Graduation Rate
University of Houston
Public Research University

Houston, TX

Major public university with strong business and engineering programs

47,027
Students
$11,824
In-State Tuition
66%
Acceptance Rate
69%
Graduation Rate
Texas Tech University
Public Research University

Lubbock, TX

Comprehensive university with strong programs in agriculture, business, and medicine

40,322
Students
$11,544
In-State Tuition
70%
Acceptance Rate
62%
Graduation Rate
Baylor University
Private Research University

Waco, TX

Private Christian university with strong liberal arts and pre-professional programs

19,297
Students
$50,232
In-State Tuition
45%
Acceptance Rate
79%
Graduation Rate
Texas Christian University (TCU)
Private Research University

Fort Worth, TX

Private university with strong business, communications, and arts programs

11,590
Students
$53,770
In-State Tuition
47%
Acceptance Rate
82%
Graduation Rate
Southern Methodist University (SMU)
Private Research University

Dallas, TX

Elite private university known for business, engineering, and arts programs

12,373
Students
$58,194
In-State Tuition
52%
Acceptance Rate
82%
Graduation Rate
University of Texas at Dallas
Public Research University

Richardson, TX

Growing research university with strong STEM and business programs

31,570
Students
$14,564
In-State Tuition
85%
Acceptance Rate
73%
Graduation Rate
Trinity University
Private Liberal Arts University

San Antonio, TX

Prestigious liberal arts university with small classes and excellent academics

2,458
Students
$48,236
In-State Tuition
29%
Acceptance Rate
82%
Graduation Rate

Want to explore more Texas colleges? Check out these comprehensive resources:

My Texas FutureTexas CREWS Database

Continue Your Texas College Planning Journey

Now that you've explored your options, learn about funding your education

Back: Texas College Planning

Return to the main Texas college planning guide and overview

Back to Main Guide

Step 2: Financial Aid & Scholarships

Learn about Texas grants, scholarships, and funding opportunities

Explore Financial Aid

Found Universities That Interest You?

Create a free CollegeCompass account to save your favorites, compare programs side-by-side, and get personalized college recommendations based on your profile and goals.

Start Comparing Colleges
Join 50,000+ students planning their college future