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The University of Texas at Austin

Austin, Texas

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Overview

Enrollment

52,384
The University of Texas at Austin overview
Location Austin, Texas
Online utexas.edu
School Type Public 4 Year
Setting Large City
The University of Texas at Austin overview
Size Large
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate
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The University of Texas at Austin, a public research university founded in 1883, stands as a prominent institution of higher learning in the state's capital, approximately 0.5 miles from the Texas State Capitol building. Featuring a sprawling urban campus notable for its distinctive Tower and the expansive Main Mall, the university blends Romanesque Revival and Modernist architectural elements. With a broad array of undergraduate and graduate programs, UT Austin is particularly recognized for its business, engineering, and communication colleges, alongside the Plan II Honors program. The application process is highly selective, aligning with the university's rigorous academic standards. On-campus housing is available, accommodating a significant portion of the student body across various residence halls. In the realm of athletics, the Texas Longhorns compete in the NCAA Division I Big 12 Conference and are particularly known for their football, baseball, and basketball teams.

In the most recent statistical year 60,055 prospective students applied, and 18,830 were granted admission.  Of those admitted 9,109 enrolled in the school.  49,081 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 3,303 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $11,698 plus fees of $0. UT Austin is ranked 100 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.

Ratings

8/10

Overall

10/10

Academics

7/10

Resources

9/10

Outcomes

8/10

Value

UT Austin is rated within the top 21% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 8 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated

Rankings

Rankings for The University of Texas at Austin within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.

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Getting In

Admission Standards

Elite
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SAT 1230/1500
ACT 26/33
Estimated GPA 3.8

Applications Accepted

31.4% 
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Applications Due Dec 1, 2024
Applicant Competition High
Application Fee $75

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Annual Cost to Attend

Texas Resident Tuition

$11,698
In State Costs for The University of Texas at Austin
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$724
Other Fees$0
Room and Board $13,058
Budget for Other Expenses$4,766
Total One Year Cost$30,246

Out of State Resident Tuition

$41,070
Out of State Costs for The University of Texas at Austin
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$724
Other Fees$0
Room and Board $13,058
Budget for Other Expenses$4,766
Total One Year Cost$59,618

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$68,600 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

81% within 6 years

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by The University of Texas at Austin students
Subject Percent of Class
Social Sciences 13%
Communication 13%
Business 12%
Engineering 11%
Biology 9%

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=228778 IPEDS survey data for The University of Texas at Austin.

Current students may use the The University of Texas at Austin GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.

Last updated February 24, 2024