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STEP Program

The Select Transfer Enrollment Program (STEP) offers an alternative admission pathway for select prospective First-Time in College freshmen.

The Select Transfer Enrollment Program (STEP) offers an alternative admission pathway for select prospective First-Time in College freshmen. It guarantees admission to UT Dallas after completing 30 transferable credit hours with a B or better in each course at a local community college.

STEP Program Benefits

Begin your college journey by enrolling in courses at a community college while working closely with your UT Dallas admission counselor. This collaborative approach supports your path to degree completion, helping you build strong study habits and effective time management skills for long-term academic success.

Career Preparation: Access to pre-health professions and pre-law advising centers.
Degree Completion: Transfer UT Dallas course credit back to your community college to complete your associate degree.
Early Advising: Meet one-on-one with UT Dallas academic advisors.
Library Privileges: Use the UT Dallas Library through the TexShare program.
Student Discounts: Join us at campus and athletic events and get the Comet Connection student rate.

How To Become a STEP Program Member

Step 1: Meet with a UT Dallas Admission Counselor.

Let us know if you are coming to UTD by accepting your invitation to the STEP Program. It’s easy. Just log in to your Galaxy Applicant Center.

Step 2: Accept your STEP Program Invitation.

Complete pending items on your To-Do List, such as submitting transcripts. You can access your To-Do List through your Galaxy Applicant Center.

Step 3: Enroll at a Texas Community College.

We will send future communications to your UTD email address. Don’t miss out — be sure to check it regularly.

STEP Program Timeline

Spring Semester (High School)

Meet with a UT Dallas admission counselor and accept your invitation to the STEP Program by May 1.

Summer (After High School Graduation)

Finalize your STEP plan with your UT Dallas admission counselor by July 1.

Fall Semester (Community College)

Enroll and begin fall classes at your community college.
Review your fall semester progress with your UT Dallas admission counselor in November.

Spring Semester (Community College)

Enroll and begin spring classes at your community college.
Review your spring semester progress with your UT Dallas admission counselor in April.
Submit your official community college transcript to UT Dallas.

Summer

Submit a completed UT Dallas transfer application through ApplyTexas by July 1.
After successful completion of the STEP program, register for transfer orientation.
Check your Galaxy portal for any other items on the to-do list.

Transfer Plans

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STEP Program FAQ

Question 1 – Dual Credit

Register for the International Student Orientation.
Submit the results from your tuberculosis test to the Student Health Center.
- Tuberculosis (TB) screening is required for all persons born outside the United States, regardless of the status of their application. It may take several days for your medical provider to receive your test results, so be sure to schedule the test well before the date you plan to register for classes.
Apply for a passport with your home country’s government.
Review the travel guide for procedures needed to enter the U.S. and how to travel to Dallas.

Question 2 – CLEP, AP and IB

F-1 and J-1 visa holders are required to attend International Student Orientation.
Submit documents to receive an I-20 (or DS2019) from the International Student Services Office (ISSO).
Use your I-20 (or DS2019) and passport to apply for an F-1 Visa or J-1 Visa.

Question 3 – Transfer Plans

F-1 and J-1 visa holders are required to attend International Student Orientation.
Submit documents to receive an I-20 (or DS2019) from the International Student Services Office (ISSO).
Use your I-20 (or DS2019) and passport to apply for an F-1 Visa or J-1 Visa.

Question 4 – STEM

F-1 and J-1 visa holders are required to attend International Student Orientation.
Submit documents to receive an I-20 (or DS2019) from the International Student Services Office (ISSO).
Use your I-20 (or DS2019) and passport to apply for an F-1 Visa or J-1 Visa.

Question 5

F-1 and J-1 visa holders are required to attend International Student Orientation.
Submit documents to receive an I-20 (or DS2019) from the International Student Services Office (ISSO).
Use your I-20 (or DS2019) and passport to apply for an F-1 Visa or J-1 Visa.

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