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Midwestern State University vs The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Wichita Falls, TX · Edinburg, TX · Source: IPEDS federal database

Midwestern State UniversityThe University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Acceptance Rate93.5%94.2%
In-State Tuition$10,580$9,987
Out-of-State Tuition$12,530$19,827
Average Net Price$11,215$5,282
Graduation Rate43.0%51.0%
Total Enrollment5,32433,881
Student-Faculty Ratio1820

GradFax Analysis

Both are competitive to get into. Midwestern State University accepts 93.5% of applicants; The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley accepts 94.2%. Tuition is close: $10,580 at Midwestern State University, $9,987 at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. Midwestern State University graduates 43% of students in 6 years. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley graduates 51%.

Bottom Line

After aid, the average student pays $11,215/year at Midwestern State University and $5,282/year at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley is cheaper for most people.

Source: IPEDS: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System

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Common Questions

Which is harder to get into, Midwestern State University or The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley?▼

Midwestern State University. It accepts 93.5% of applicants, per IPEDS data.

Source: IPEDS

Is Midwestern State University or The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley more affordable?▼

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, on average. After aid, students pay $5,282/year versus $11,215/year. Your number depends on your aid package.

Source: IPEDS

Which has a better graduation rate?▼

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley: 51% of students finish in 6 years. Midwestern State University is at 43%.

Source: IPEDS

Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.