The University of Texas at Austin Austin, TX

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Mission Statement

The mission of the University is to achieve excellence in the interrelated areas of undergraduate education, graduate education, research, and public service. The University provides superior and comprehensive educational opportunities at the baccalaureate through doctoral and special professional educational levels. The University contributes to the advancement of society through research, creative activity, scholarly inquiry, and the development of new knowledge. The University preserves and promotes the arts, benefits the state's economy, serves the citizens through public programs, and provides other public service.

Quick Facts

51,195 students

47% admitted

$9,794 tuition/year

  • 46,712 full time
  • 4,483 part time
  • 22,981 men full time
  • 23,731 women full time
  • 32,589 applied
  • 15,172 admitted
  • 7,149 enrolled
  • $32,506 out of state
  • N/A fees
  • $10,422 room & board
  • $874 books

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At a Glance

Institution Type: Public
Campus Setting: Large city
Highest Degree Offered: Doctor's degree - research/scholarship and professional practice
Level of Institution: Four or more years
Calendar: Semester
School Mascot: Bevo the Longhorn
51,195 Students
Non-Degree Undergrads Graduates
Reviews: In Three Sentences
  • Emile from Dallas, TX
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  • “it is a great school because of the atmosphere, teachers, and everything that has to do with austin. it is at an awesome location. i feel welcomed and happily plan…”

  • Feb-13-2012 » Read More
  • Misha from Waco, TX
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  • “the university of texas at austin is nationally recognized and boasts some great teachers and a wonderful curriculum. the campus is huge and is home to hundreds of student clubs…”

  • Feb-29-2012 » Read More
  • Brandon from Pearland, TX
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  • “UT has so much to offer to every kind of student. UT has a balance between social opportunities and academic opportunities. With more than 40,000 undergraduate students, the school provides…”

  • Jul-16-2012 » Read More
  • Natalia from Missouri City, TX
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  • “ UT Austin has huge and diverse campus full of interesting and helpful people. The students and professors are genuinely helpful and concerned about your transition and your future. The university…”

  • Jul-20-2012 » Read More
  • Sam from Round Rock, TX
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  • “A world-class school full to the brim with opportunities. Don't take going to this school lightly; it's the amount of effort you put into doing things that will give you…”

  • Jan-05-2013 » Read More
The University of Texas at Austin
  • Located in Austin, TX
  • Public
  • 51,195 students enrolled
  • 47% admitted
  • $9,794 annual cost to attend
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Reviews

Student Responses to Review Topic: Am I Enjoying Being Here
  • 5
  • Freshman
  • Dec-29-2011 I am a current student here

    This school always offers various opportunities to stay involved with the student community and provides many functions to keep you interested and feel more at home.

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  • 5
  • Mirakol S. from Dallas, TX
  • Dec-19-2011 I am a current student here

    I love the University of Texas at Austin! It is in the State Capitol city of Texas. Austin is a place filled with much culture (e.g.: music, art, food, etc.) Even with school being the first priority while I am in Austin, I am able to encounter this culture and diversity daily because of the multiplicity of the kinds of people who teach, attend and visit the University. I have had the chance to explore new music here at the University of Texas—specifically a class I took at the University called “Jazz Appreciation.” As cliché as it may sound, I left with a sincere appreciation and love for jazz and many other types of music. I have also met many people and I have been to my share of gatherings with friends. It is important to go out and have fun—places like 6th Street, South Congress, Guadalupe, even the movie theater are awesome places to get out and get your mind off of school for a bit and relax. Try new restaurants, bars, or even just walk around Austin to see what awesome things you can encounter. College is not all about learning in the classroom, but also among others in fun, social gatherings outside of class.

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  • 5
  • Morgan from San Antonio, TX
  • Dec-18-2011 I am a current student here

    As a sorority girl, there's definitely a huge social side to UT that's lost at other universities (ahem, Rice). I'm also in Student Government, participate in a Bible Study, and play IM volleyball. I'm enjoying every moment away from my parents :) The classes are actually a lot of fun, too.

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