The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Facts & Statistics

Facts & Statistics

As of Fall 2025: 

  • Over 820 international students call UTRGV their home
  • UTRGV enrolls students from 72 different countries. Our Top 5 countries include;  Mexico, Bangladesh, India, Ghana, and Ghana.
  • Among international students at UTRGV, 42% are graduate students and 58% are undergraduate students
  • 68% are taking courses at the Edinburg campus, 17% are at the Brownsville Campus, and 7% travel between both campuses

Our Community

The Rio Grande Valley is known as one of the most affordable costs of living areas in the entire country. On-campus housing is available at our campuses in Brownsville and Edinburg, with an abundance of support services for international students. Here, you’ll be a part of a truly welcoming, friendly community.

UTRGV offers a wide range of academic programs. These programs lead to bachelors, masters, and doctorates degrees. UTRGV is a multi-campus institution and educates more than 35,000+ students in South Texas, and beyond.