Overview
Founded as part of the University of North Texas's long-standing business education tradition, the college was renamed in 2018 following a landmark gift from alumnus G. Brint Ryan, founder of the tax services firm Ryan LLC. The college holds AACSB accreditation for both its business and accounting programs, placing it among an elite group of business schools worldwide with dual accreditation. It has built a strong reputation particularly in accounting, taxation, insurance, and information technology and decision sciences, consistently producing graduates who pass the CPA exam at high rates and enter major accounting and financial services firms.
At a Glance
| Type | Public |
| Location | Denton, Texas |
| Founded | 1940 |
| Total students | 9,000 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 22:1 |
| Acceptance rate | N/A |
| Graduation rate | 68% |
| Average starting salary | $58,000 |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $11,000 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $23,000 |
| Room & board | $12,500 |
| Average financial aid | $12,000 |
| Students receiving aid | 75% |
Admissions
| SAT range | 1080-1260 |
| ACT range | 21-27 |
| Average GPA | 3.5 |
| Regular deadline | May 1 |
Top Programs
- Accounting
- Insurance and Risk Management
- Business Analytics
- Finance
- Information Technology and Decision Sciences
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.