University of Texas at Tyler Demographics & Diversity Overview

47%
Minority Students
62%
Female Students
2%
International
20
States Represented

Race & Ethnicity

University of Texas at Tyler has a diverse student body with 47% students of color and 2% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.

Racial & Ethnic Composition

White
52.1%(4,211)
Hispanic
26.2%(2,118)
African American
11.2%(906)
Asian
4.8%(387)
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.4%(34)
Pacific Islander
0.0%(3)
Two or More Races
4.0%(326)
Unknown
1.2%(97)

Diversity Highlights

Students of Color47%
Total Enrollment11,335
International Students2%

Cultural Engagement

University of Texas at Tyler offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.

Gender Distribution

University of Texas at Tyler has a gender distribution of 62% female students and 38% male students.

Overall Gender Distribution

Men
37.9%(3,120)
Women
62.1%(5,111)

Gender Statistics

Men3,120

28% of total enrollment

Women5,111

45% of total enrollment

Age Distribution

University of Texas at Tyler serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 51% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 18% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.

Undergraduate Ages

Under 18
4.7%(345)
18-19
29.3%(2,132)
20-21
28.2%(2,052)
22-24
17.3%(1,259)
25+
20.6%(1,499)

Graduate Student Ages

18-19
0.1%(3)
20-21
1.8%(43)
22-24
15.2%(363)
25+
82.9%(1,982)

Age Diversity Insights

51%

Traditional Age (18-21)

18%

Non-Traditional (25+)

27%

Graduate Students

Geographic Diversity

University of Texas at Tyler attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 2% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 117% in-state residents, -19% out-of-state students, and 2% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.

Geographic Origin

In-State
98.2%(1,284)
International
1.8%(24)

Regional Representation

In-State1,284

117% of student body

International24

2% of student body

States Represented

20 states are represented on campus.

Diversity Metrics

Ethnic Diversity

47%

Students of Color

Gender Balance

62%

Female Students

Global Reach

2%

International

Age Diversity

18%

Non-Traditional Age