UT Austin Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 26.64%. Selective, indicating a somewhat competitive admission process.
- SAT Average: 1390. Above average SAT scores, indicating competitive applicants.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $11,688
- Out-of-State Tuition: $44,908
- In-state tuition is affordable, while out-of-state tuition is higher, as is typical for public institutions.
Student Population at UT Austin:
- Total Enrollment: 53,864, including 257 online students
- 43,165 Undergraduate, 10,699 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 43.8% men, 56.2% women.
- This is a very large institution, likely offering a vast array of programs, research opportunities, and extracurricular activities.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 89%. High graduation rate, indicating strong student support and academic success.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 97%. Excellent retention, indicating students are satisfied and supported.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 409 academic programs available.
- Graduate Programs: 217 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Law School, Medical School, Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
UT Austin Overview
The University of Texas at Austin (UT Austin) is a four-year, public school located in Austin, TX. It is classified as Research University with very high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R1 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R1 University comparison page.
The UT Austin's tuition & fees is $11,688 for Texas residents and $44,908 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 50% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $12,548.
The school has a total enrollment of 53,864 and the students to faculty ratio is 18 to 1 (5.56%).
UT Austin's acceptance rate is 26.64% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 47.43%. The median SAT score is 1390 and the ACT score is 31.
UT Austin ranked 32nd in National Universities and 2nd in Texas Colleges rankings. The University of Texas at Austin is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of The University of Texas at Austin is $11,688 for in-state students and $44,908 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $12,006 for in-state students and $22,954 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $11,698 for Texas residents and $47,144 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $12,000 for Texas residents and $22,954 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $11,688 | $44,908 |
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| Graduate | $12,006 | $22,954 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $11,698 | $47,144 |
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| Graduate | $12,000 | $22,954 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
The University of Texas at Austin offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at UT Austin
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army, NAVY, Air Force |
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| Weekend/Evening College | No |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
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