The UNT Family
As a parent, you no doubt have many questions about the university your child plans to attend. Will my son or daughter be happy? Will he or she be successful academically? Will I be able to afford tuition? Will my child be safe and secure on campus? Will my child receive the encouragement and support he or she needs?
This site will answer those questions, as well as provide you with additional resources to find out more about everything from campus security and housing to admissions and campus life.
Why UNT is right for your student
At the University of North Texas we pride ourselves on being a student-focused public research university offering 97 bachelor’s, 88 master’s and 40 doctoral degree programs, many nationally and internationally recognized. UNT’s 225 high-quality degree programs in 12 colleges and schools attract some of the best and brightest students. The university has been named a “Best in the West” college by The Princeton Review and has been one of America’s 100 Best College Buys® for 16 consecutive years.
Can I Afford It?
At UNT, we annually award more than $300 million in financial aid, including more than $26 million in scholarships. We also offer need-based financial aid such as federal and state grants, loans and work-study jobs, plus scholarships and loans that are not based on demonstrated need. So there are a number of options available to you and your child for affording college.
Academics
The rigorous curriculum at UNT, combined with opportunities to participate in research and make friends with students from around the world, will engage your child academically and enrich your child socially. At UNT, your child can choose from thousands of classes each semester. Your student can study abroad, participate in global learning activities on campus or sign up for service-oriented spring break trips.
Support Services
It’s important to know that your child will be well taken care of while he or she is away at college. Whether it’s academic or emotional support, health care or safety and security, UNT offers a wide variety of resources, across a broad spectrum of areas, to ensure your child will be cared for, supported and enriched.
Campus Life
As a parent, your child’s happiness is crucial. According to the National Survey of Student Engagement, more students are happy with their educational experiences at UNT as compared to its state and national peer institutions, and would attend the university again. But your student’s university experience is about more than studying and attending class, it’s about making lifelong friends, pursuing interests and establishing a rewarding life on campus.
Staying Involved
UNT has an office solely devoted to parent programs, offering many ways for parents to get involved in their student’s experience. The UNT Parent Association is also a way to remain active in your student’s accomplishments and build friendships with other parents.
