The university only accepts academic post-secondary course work for transfer credit that was completed with a grade of C or better at regionally accredited institutions of higher education. UT Dallas does not grant credit for nonacademic course work, such as vocational, developmental or remedial studies, nor does it grant credit for prior experiential learning. Course work that is accepted for transfer credit is applicable toward satisfying requirements for a specific UT Dallas major according to the same criteria as those used for equivalent UT Dallas courses. Prospective transfer students from community colleges should refer to the UT Dallas Transfer Guides, available at community college counseling offices and at the UT Dallas Office of Enrollment Services, in order to obtain information about curricula appropriate to the various UT Dallas majors. Students may also consult the Course Applicability System for course transfer information and degree plans.

As soon as an application for admission, including transcripts, application fee and any required test scores, have been received, an undergraduate advisor, in consultation with the relevant school's Associate Dean, will determine how the transfer credits apply to UT Dallas graduation requirements. Students are urged to contact their advising office upon receipt of the letter informing them of their admission to UT Dallas. Find out who your academic advisor is.