The University of Texas Permian Basin
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You belong here.

The University of Texas Permian Basin offers a modern, affordable education deep in the heart of the most economically important region on the planet, not to brag or anything. The only question is: How soon can you get here?

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Community Impact

From Classroom to Solo Exhibition: ‘Unbound’ by Talon Cress
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Community Impact

UTPB Spring 2026 Graduates Step Into Bright Futures
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UT Permian Basin Celebrates Successful Year at 2026 State of the University

Don't miss out on your future!

There's still time to apply and start your journey at UTPB.

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What Will You Study?

Choose from more than 50 undergraduate, graduate, and online programs. Here, your options are as big as the West Texas sky.

ALL DEGREES & PROGRAMS
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Arts & Humanities

Heal the sick. Defend the law. Develop technology. Entertain the world. It’s all here.

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Business

Seize the economic power that only West Texas can offer.

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Education

We’ll teach you how to teach. Then you’ll go change lives.

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Engineering & Sciences

Build the future with the right tools.

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Nursing

Your profession can become a calling.

Our Students

  • Meet Izaiha
    Meet Izaiha
    The amount of support and love I have received from all the faculty and staff has been astonishing.
    Izaiha Bush graduated from UTPB with a Bachelor’s degree in psychology!
    Izaiha's story
  • Meet Alejandra
    Meet Alejandra
    Getting my master's was a big goal of mine. It was something I always wanted to do, but I was nervous to begin.
    Alejandra Garcia was recently named the new Principal of Ector Middle School for the 2024-2025 school year. 
    Alejandra's Story
  • Meet Alexandria
    Meet Alexandria
    I love being one of the first people others talk to before arriving on campus!
    Alexandria is walking the stage debt free thanks to several scholarships and our Falcon Free program which allows students whose families make 100K or less a year to have their tuition and mandatory fees covered.
    Alexandria's Story
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Falcon Free at UT Permian Basin

Find your options

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No Loans. No Debt.

At UTPB you can earn your degree for free!
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Step 1: Apply to UTPB

Start your application at applytexas.org.
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Step 2: FAFSA/TASFA

We can get you scholarships and keep your info safe. You can afford it and here's proof!

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Step 3: Award Letter

Once all your documents are submitted, you will be automatically considered for Falcon Free!

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Upcoming Events

Around Campus

Falcon Athletics

August 22 | 12:00 AM - 02:00 AM
Odessa, Texas, UTPB Soccer Field

8/22 UT Permian Basin Women's Soccer vs McMurry University

August 27 | 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Odessa, Texas, UTPB Soccer Field

8/27 6:00 PM UT Permian Basin Women's Soccer vs University of the Southwest (N.M.)

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Your Degree Isn’t on Hold. Finish at UT Permian Basin.

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Can College Be Affordable? At UTPB, Absolutely

April 24, 2026

What You Need to Know About the Coordinated Admissions Program at UTPB

April 9, 2026

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