How to Find the Right Admissions Path at UNT

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Start at the Admissions section of unt.edu and choose the category that matches your current status: Freshman, Transfer, International, Graduate, or Non-Degree Seeking. Each path has its own requirements and next steps, so picking the right one first saves time. From there, you can plan a campus visit, register for a preview event, and connect with Tuition & Aid to understand costs before applying.

Choose your admissions category

UNT organizes admissions by the type of student you are. Use this table to identify your starting point.

Your situation Admissions path
First-time college student Freshman
Have college credit from another school Transfer
Applying from outside the U.S. International
Seeking a master's or doctoral degree Graduate
Taking classes without pursuing a degree Non-Degree Seeking

Each category page on the site explains the application steps for that group. If you are unsure which applies, the distinction between Freshman and Transfer usually comes down to whether you have prior college coursework.

Plan a visit or attend a preview event

UNT hosts events where you can meet faculty and staff, ask about the admission process, explore financial aid options, and even apply on the spot. The site highlights two upcoming previews:

  • UNT Future Eagle Preview — for prospective undergraduate students
  • UNT Grad Preview — for prospective graduate students

Both are listed for Oct. 24. Registration links for each event appear on the homepage. Attending is optional but useful if you want face-to-face answers before committing to an application.

Other ways to engage listed under Admissions include:

  • Attend an Event — a broader calendar of visit opportunities
  • Plan Your Visit — logistics for coming to campus
  • Contact us — direct questions to the admissions team

Get answers on process and cost

The Admissions menu links to Tuition & Aid, where you can review financial aid options alongside the application process. The homepage also notes that preview events include sessions on financial aid, so you can combine both questions in one visit.

If you prefer to apply without visiting, each admissions category page carries its own application instructions. The "apply on the spot" option at preview events is an alternative for those who attend in person.

Quick reference: where things live

  • Admissions categories → Admissions menu (Freshman, Transfer, International, Graduate, Non-Degree Seeking)
  • Preview events and registration → homepage event callouts
  • Visit planning and event calendar → Admissions menu
  • Cost and aid → Tuition & Aid
  • General questions → Contact us under Admissions

Common sticking points

  • Picking the wrong category. If you have any prior college credit, check the Transfer page before defaulting to Freshman.
  • Missing the event date. The Oct. 24 previews are date-specific; if that date doesn't work, use Attend an Event or Plan Your Visit instead.
  • Skipping Tuition & Aid. Reviewing aid options early helps you understand the full picture before applying, and preview events cover this topic directly.