More coming in Summer and Fall 2012... Longhorn Saturday
One day on campus and you'll be hooked!
Longhorn Saturday is the perfect way for prospective freshmen (high school juniors and seniors) to learn all about how to become a Longhorn. In one day, you'll learn about admissions, paying for college, academic majors, honors programs, student services, life on the UT Austin campus and more! Space is limited, so advance registration is required.
We'll have more Longhorn Saturdays in the summer and fall 2012.
What will I learn?
During Longhorn Saturday, you'll have the opportunity to meet and talk with university faculty, staff and students who can answer your questions about:
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- gaining admission to UT Austin
- finding a place to live on campus
- choosing the major that is right for you
- applying to honors programs
- paying for college
- making college life a success in the academic programs that interest you
What will I do?
Longhorn Saturday will start with an overview of our admissions process--including how to apply, when to apply, what we need from you when you apply, how we make decisions and some application tips. You'll then have the opportunity to attend breakout sessions with most of the 11 schools and colleges and representatives from honors programs and the financial aid office.
A variety of student services and student affairs offices will also be on hand to discuss their programs and services.
The day's events include:
- Student services marketplace
- Introduction and welcome to UT Austin
- Admissions overview and discussion
- Current student panel with audience question and answer session
- Financial aid and on-campus housing sessions
- Academic interest breakout sessions
- Honors programs session
- Campus tour
Longhorn Saturday begins at 8 a.m. and end at approximately 3 p.m. After the program, please feel free to use the afternoon to explore campus and the Austin area. There are many fine restaurants within walking distance of campus.
Confirmation Email
Students who register for Longorn Saturday will receive an email with details about parking, check-in location, the venue for the opening session and more important details, so watch your inbox for an email.