UT Austin
The University of Texas at Austin · Austin, Texas · Public
UT Austin admitted 22% of 90,690 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1230–1490 in the middle half. Test scores are required. 88% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at UT Austin
Enter a score to see whether UT Austin is a reach, target or likely school for you.
Based on the admit rate (22%) alone. Add a score for a sharper read.
A rough read from the admit rate and test scores only. Grades, courses, essays and activities matter as much or more.
Early decision and early action
UT Austin doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.
What admissions weighs
How UT Austin rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
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Important
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Considered
- Course rigor
- Class rank
- GPA
- Test scores
- Essay
- Recommendations
- Activities
- Talent or ability
- Character
- First generation
- Where you live
- State residency
- Volunteering
- Work experience
Not considered
- Interview
- Legacy
- Religion
- Showing interest
What it costs
Full price with housing is $31,572 in-state and $62,672 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $18,036 on average (in-state).
Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:
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