UT Austin comparison · vs Dartmouth
UT Austin vs Dartmouth College
UT Austin in-state tuition is $11,688/year vs Dartmouth in-state at $67,000/year. Out-of-state at UT is $44,908/year vs Dartmouth out-of-state at $67,000/year. For out-of-state families, the Texas residency pathway can convert the UT non-resident rate to the resident rate in 12 months, making UT after residency the cheapest of the four classifications.
Summary
UT Austin and Dartmouth represent different university models. Dartmouth is a top-15 US private Ivy League college in Hanover, NH, distinctive for its small undergraduate focus (~4,500 undergrads) and D-Plan academic calendar. UT is a top-30 public flagship. Dartmouth sticker: ~$67,000/year. UT non-resident: $44,908.
Cost comparison
| Tuition + Required Fees | UT Austin | Dartmouth | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| In-state (resident) | $11,688 | $67,000 | UT cheaper by $55,312 |
| Out-of-state (non-resident) | $44,908 | $67,000 | UT cheaper by $22,092 |
| UT after Texas residency | $11,688 | vs Dartmouth in-state: $55,312 cheaper at UT |
Dartmouth sticker approximately $67,000/year. Dartmouth need-based aid available. UT with Texas residency pathway dramatically cheaper.
Where UT Austin wins
- UT non-resident at $44,908 is materially cheaper than Dartmouth sticker at $67,000
- UT after Texas residency at $11,688 is dramatically cheaper than Dartmouth
- McCombs Business is top-tier undergrad business (Dartmouth Tuck is graduate)
- Larger academic environment with more course options
- Austin urban location vs remote Hanover, NH
- Broader career recruiting in Texas alumni network
Where Dartmouth wins
- Dartmouth ranks top 15 nationally
- Dartmouth small undergraduate focus is distinctive
- D-Plan (year-round academic calendar with 4 terms) provides flexibility for internships
- Ivy League brand recognition
- Dartmouth Tuck MBA is elite (grad school)
- Strong alumni network on Wall Street and in finance
Program comparison
For overall prestige: Dartmouth wins. For undergrad Business: UT wins decisively. For CS: comparable at top-15 tier. For finance/consulting recruiting: Dartmouth has strong Wall Street pipeline.
Admissions comparison
Dartmouth acceptance rate ~6%; UT ~31% overall. Dartmouth is dramatically more selective.
Culture and campus
Dartmouth is in Hanover, NH, remote New England location. Small-college feel with strong outdoor tradition. UT Austin is large urban university. Very different environments.
The Texas residency angle
UT with Texas residency pathway is dramatically cheaper than Dartmouth in all scenarios except lowest-income families with maximum aid.
Frequently asked questions
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