Sophia AlexanderThe University of Texas at Austin is a prestigious Public Ivy and space-grant university. As the first and largest of the nine institutions in the UT system, it was founded in 1883 and now houses 18 schools and colleges. Though it’s one of the biggest universities in the U.S., it’s also quite selective. Students can choose from over 170 undergraduate programs and 400 study abroad options across 78 countries. The main Austin campus spans 431 acres and includes 17 libraries, 4 museums, and 15 career centers. UT Austin also supports student creativity through Creative 40 Acres, a dedicated workspace, and fosters innovation with Longhorn Startup, an interdisciplinary program for budding entrepreneurs.
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
- Institution Type: Public, Not-for-Profit, Coed
- Need Aware: Financial need may be considered in admissions decisions.
See Your Fit
- Level of Institution: 4-Year
- Campus Setting: Major city
- Acceptance Rate: 31%
Admissions Requirements
- SAT: Not required
- ACT: Not required
- Transcript: Required
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Fall Regular Decision | December 1 | May 15 |
| Spring Regular Decision | October 1 | – |
| Other | March 1 | May 1 |
Admitted Student Stats
- In-State Students: 88%
- Out-of-State Students: 6%
- International Students: 22%
- Submitting ACT: 63%
- Submitting SAT: –
- Average ACT Composite: 30 (Scale: 0-36)
- Average SAT Composite: 1367 (Scale: 0-1600)
Academics
Key Academic Stats
- Highest Degree Offered: Doctorate
- Total Students: 52,384
- Undergraduates: 41,309
- Academic Calendar: Semester
- Class Sizes:
- 2-19 Students: 34%
- 20-39 Students: 32%
- 40-99 Students: 22%
- 100+ Students: 9%
- Graduation Rates:
- 4-Year: 70% (National: 28%)
- 6-Year: 88% (National: 52%)
- Student-Faculty Ratio: 18:1 (National: 21:1)
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Key Financial Stats
- Average Net Price: $16,892
- Tuition:
- In-State: $11,678
- Out-of-State: $42,778
- Additional Costs:
- Room & Board: $14,136
- Books & Supplies: $724
Aid & Grants
- Need Met: 77%
- Students Receiving Gift Aid: 24%
- Average Aid Per Year: $8,321
- Average Federal Grant: $3,358
- Average Institutional Grant: $6,238
Student Loans
- Students Borrowing Loans: 29%
- Average Loan Amount: $5,851/year
- Average Debt at Graduation: $17,844
- Median Monthly Loan Payment: $187
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
- Student Gender:
- Male: 43% (National: 44%)
- Female: 57% (National: 56%)
- Student Organizations: 1,039
- Location: Major city
- LGBTQIA Resources: Yes
- On-Campus Women’s Center: Yes
Housing
- Undergrads Living on Campus: 18%
- Freshman Housing Requirement: No
Athletics
- Team Name: Longhorns
- School Colors: Burnt Orange & White
- Athletics Association: NCAA
- Conference: Big Twelve
Campus Safety
- 24/7 Security Patrol: Yes
- Emergency Phones: Yes
After Graduation
Post-Grad Stats
- Top 5 Cities for Alumni:
- Austin
- Dallas
- New York
- Houston
- San Francisco
- Average Salary (6 Years After Graduation): $73,900
