Established in 1969, UTD is a public research university in Richardson, Texas, part of the University of Texas System. It is known for its strong programs in engineering, computer science, business (Naveen Jindal School), and arts & technology.
Address: 800 W Campbell Rd, 75080 Richardson, Texas, United States
Computer Science, Engineering, Business (Jindal School)
Domains taught:
- AI and Machine Learning, Data Analytics, Engineering, Life Sciences, Signal Processing, Software Engineering
Diplomas*:
- Bachelor, Doctor, Master, MBA
Status:
- Public
Partnerships:
Part of UT System. Located in the Telecom Corridor of Richardson, near Dallas. Strong focus on STEM fields, business, and research. Rapidly growing university.
Research:
A research university with strengths in computer science (AI, cybersecurity), engineering (electrical, biomedical), business and management, and audiology. High research activity.
Famous Alumnis:
Naveen Jindal, Aziz Sancar (postdoc), Michael Burgess
International recognition**:
Number of staff***:
4000
Current students***:
31000
Foreign students***:
20%
Cumulative former students***:
120000
Pros
Strong programs in computer science, engineering, and business; located in a tech-hub area with industry connections; modern campus; growing research reputation.
Cons
Relatively new university still building its traditions and alumni base, can feel like a commuter campus for some, competitive STEM programs.
Best For
Students interested in computer science, engineering, or business, often valuing a modern research university with strong ties to the tech industry in the Dallas area.
- Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business Process Reengineering (BPR), Cybersecurity, Engineering, Innovation, Lean Manufacturing, Project Management
*: without any judgment of the quality, readers are strongly encouraged to check the official status of the exact diploma envisioned as many universities have a mix of recognized diplomas, not recognized, “co-delivered,” “equivalent to”, “some pathways” (…), can change over time, and can be named differently from one country to another.
**: international reputation: is based on some criteria that do not mean much in some domains or specialties (number of researchers, of scientific publications, on budget ….). Our approximate 1-4 scale:
- known locally
- known locally and internationally
- is listed in some of the world university’s classifications
- is listed among the 20 firsts in some of world university’s classifications
***: estimated numbers, based on online sources and/or feedbacks. The numbers can vary greatly depending on school organisation (ex.: school is part of a group, it employs internal staff or external consultants or has public staff without employing them …). Refer to all the links provided to have accurate and updated numbers.
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