To be considered for freshman admission, complete the following application requirements. All items needed to complete an application must arrive in the Office of Admissions by the deadline. (If you plan to submit December test scores, visit the Testing and Test Scores page for details.)
Find out about the time needed to process documents submitted by mail and fax.
Summer/Fall Deadline: December 1
Spring Deadline: October 1
Application Requirements
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Essays
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- Two essays (usually essays A and B); the easiest way to submit essays is with your ApplyTexas online application.
- For prompts, submission information, and writing tips, visit the Essays page.
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Official high school transcript
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- Official transcripts include the school’s official seal or the signature of a school official; no copies or faxes.
- Include your class rank and size and high school coursework, usually through the end of the junior year.
- Visit the Transcripts page for details.
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High school coursework requirements
(other items as needed)
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Test scores
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- Official SAT Reasoning or ACT scores (including ACT writing test) sent directly to UT Austin from the testing agency.
- Scores on transcripts and student score reports don’t fulfill this requirement.
- Visit the Testing & Test Scores page for details.
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Non-refundable application processing fee
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- Fee: $75; $90 for international applicants
- Online payment preferred; pay by credit card (American Express, Discover, MasterCard, or Visa) if paid while applying online.
- Paying by check or money order? Send payment to the Office of Admissions only after you submit your ApplyTexas application. It can take 5-7 days for paper checks/money orders to be processed after they arrive in the Office of Admissions.
- Find out about requesting a fee waiver based on financial need.
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Additional requirements
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- Program-specific requirements: Applicants may need to submit additional items to be considered for admission to certain majors.
- International students who qualify for Texas residency (under HB 1403): Submit a complete copy of the Residency Affidavit.
- Permanent residents: Mail a photocopy of the front of your permanent resident card to the Office of Admissions, PO Box 8058, Austin, TX 78713.
- Home-schooled students: Submit any other credentials that reflect your academic potential (such as SAT Subject Test scores or dual credit coursework).
- Completed college coursework – including dual credit coursework – while in high school: Submit official transcripts of the credit issued by the college or university.
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Recommended and optional items
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After you submit a complete application, the Office of Admissions will begin the process of making your admission decision.
Admission Decisions
Once you complete your application, an admissions professional in the Office of Admissions will review it. Using guidelines established by the state and the university, the reviewer will consider your academic achievement and personal achievement. Issues, such as whether applicants qualify for automatic admission, are Texas residents, or come from a non-ranking school, can also affect the final admission decision.
Find out more about how different applicant types are considered for admission to the university.
Updated
14 May 2012 |
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