The Comet Connection is a program for Texas community college students who know they want to complete a bachelor’s degree at The University of Texas at Dallas. This unique program invites transfer students to become acquainted with the many services available to UT Dallas students while beginning to build a close association with the University. All two-year colleges in the state of Texas are participating partners in the UT Dallas Comet Connection program.
Opportunities unique to Comet Connection members:
Step 1
When choosing Texas community college courses, reference the UT Dallas transfer plans to guide you towards classes that will directly apply to your bachelor’s degree.
Step 2
Join Comet Connection
Step 3
Apply to UT Dallas
Step 4
Enroll at UT Dallas
Lock in your tuition – Guaranteed
As a Comet Connection member, you can lock in your tuition rate for five years from the time your signed Comet Connection agreement is processed. Tuition is charged at an hourly rate for up to 12 credit hours. Additional hours do not incur a further charge for tuition. For more information, go to UT Dallas’ Guaranteed Tuition Plan website.
Deadlines for U.S. Citizens and Residents |
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Tuition Lock Enrollment Date |
Fixed Tuition Rate |
Final Semester of Fixed Tuition Rate |
January 1 – June 30, 2020 |
Fall 2019 | Summer 2024 |
January 1 – June 30, 2021 |
Fall 2020 | Summer 2025 |
For University admission criteria, visit the admission requirements page.
For more information about the Comet Connection program, email [email protected] or schedule a pre-admission counseling appointment to meet with an admission counselor.
The University of Texas at Dallas | Office of Admission and Enrollment | 1-972-883-2270 | [email protected] |
Student Services Bldg | 800 W. Campbell Rd, Richardson, TX 75080-3021 | 1-800-889-2443 |