Explore colleges with a 3.0 GPA in Texas

Start a 3.0 GPA college search in Texas with campuses reporting an overall acceptance rate of at least 50%. Where a stored GPA average is at most 4.0, this exploratory list keeps averages no more than 0.3 points above 3.

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Start a 3.0 GPA college search in Texas with campuses reporting an overall acceptance rate of at least 50%. Where a stored GPA average is at most 4.0, this exploratory list keeps averages no more than 0.3 points above 3.0. Colleges with missing GPA data or averages above 4.0 remain visible with an evidence warning. This screening choice is not an admission guarantee; GPA scales, course rigor, residency, and major requirements matter.

Starting points for a 3.0 GPA in Texas

CollegeLocationCampus acceptance rateGPA evidenceYour plan
The University of Texas at El PasoEl Paso, TX100%Stored GPA average 2.75; confirm scale
Texas Woman's UniversityDenton, TX95%Stored GPA average 3.23; confirm scale
Texas Southern UniversityHouston, TX93%Stored GPA average 2.50; confirm scale
Texas A&M University-San AntonioSan Antonio, TX92%Stored GPA average 3.25; confirm scale
Criswell CollegeDallas, TX92%Stored GPA average 3.16; confirm scale
The University of Texas at TylerTyler, TX92%Stored GPA average 2.80; confirm scale
Concordia University TexasAustin, TX91%Stored GPA average 2.50; confirm scale
The University of Texas at San AntonioSan Antonio, TX88%Stored GPA average 3.30; confirm scale
Wiley UniversityMarshall, TXOpen admission (reported)Stored GPA average 2.00; confirm scale
The University of Texas Permian BasinOdessa, TX84%Stored GPA average 3.30; confirm scale
Dallas Christian CollegeDallas, TX84%Stored GPA average 2.50; confirm scale
The University of Texas at ArlingtonArlington, TX81%Stored GPA average 2.75; confirm scale
University of Houston-VictoriaVictoria, TX77%Stored GPA average 3.29; confirm scale
University of Houston-Clear LakeHouston, TX75%Stored GPA average 3.29; confirm scale
University of North Texas SystemDallas, TX74%Stored GPA average 3.25; confirm scale
Lubbock Christian UniversityLubbock, TX73%Stored GPA average 3.00; confirm scale
University of North TexasDenton, TX72%Stored GPA average 3.00; confirm scale
Howard Payne UniversityBrownwood, TX68%Stored GPA average 2.60; confirm scale
Austin Presbyterian Theological SeminaryAustin, TX67%Stored GPA average 3.20; confirm scale
University of North Texas Health Science CenterFort Worth, TX66%Stored GPA average 3.00; confirm scale
Texas Wesleyan UniversityFort Worth, TX62%Stored GPA average 2.75; confirm scale
University of DallasIrving, TX54%Stored GPA average 3.00; confirm scale
Collin County Community College DistrictMcKinney, TXOpen admission (reported)GPA unavailable; exploratory option
The King's UniversitySouthlake, TX100%GPA unavailable; exploratory option

Saved list tiers are provisional research labels. Review academic fit and cost in your plan.

Sources and limits

Campus statistics come from stored IPEDS and College Scorecard records; GPA and testing fields are stored college details. Per-record reporting years, GPA scales, and policy verification dates are unavailable on this page. A campus acceptance rate describes a past applicant pool, not your individual chance or a major's admission rate.

Check the official admissions link on each school profile for your current application cycle. Test-flexible does not mean no testing. Confirm program, scholarship, residency, and applicant-type exceptions.

Net prices are historical averages for eligible student groups, not aid offers; public-college figures may reflect in-state students. Compare your budget with the college's official net price calculator before paying application fees.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can a 3.0 GPA student apply to these colleges?

Use this list for research, then check each college's minimum eligibility and program requirements. A campus acceptance rate is not a personal admission probability.

How does the GPA comparison work?

The screen includes stored averages up to 0.3 points above your GPA as a research convention, not an admissions threshold. The database does not identify GPA scales; even averages below 4.0 may use different weighting. Missing or above-4.0 averages are labeled, not converted.

What should I check before adding a college?

Check official admissions requirements, current testing policy, major restrictions, graduation outcomes, and your likely net cost. Save colleges you want to review in your plan.

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