How to Submit Application Items
MyStatus: What You Need to Submit
Log in to MyStatus to learn what items you need to submit to complete your application.
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Admissions Application |
Preferred method: Online at ApplyTexas Paper optionIn rare cases it's necessary for someone to submit a paper application. If you must do so, visit College for All Texans to download a paper application. Freshman scholarship applicants must submit their admissions application online. |
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Application Fee |
Preferred method: Credit card (American Express, Discover, MasterCard, or Visa) through ApplyTexas Other options (after submitting ApplyTexas application)When not paying through ApplyTexas:
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Essays |
Preferred method: Online at ApplyTexas Details and other submission optionTo submit essays online after submitting your ApplyTexas app, log in to ApplyTexas; click the “My Essays” tab at the top of the page; follow the instructions on the site. It usually takes two or three days for essays submitted online to appear in MyStatus. Other submission option: Mail printed copies to the Office of Admissions. |
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Fee Waiver Documentation |
Preferred submission method: Upload the required application fee waiver documents through the Document Upload System. (for those with financial need) Optional methodMail the required application fee waiver documents to the Office of Admissions. |
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Permanent Resident Cards |
Preferred method: Upload a copy of the front of your card using the Document Upload System. (required for freshman and transfer applicants who are U.S. permanent residents) Other options and details
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Recommendations |
Preferred method: Upload your recommendation(s) or send an email to your recommender(s) to submit them on your behalf through the Document Upload System. Other optionsMail your printed recommendations to the Office of Admissions. |
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Resumes |
Preferred method: Upload a copy of your resume using the Document Upload System. (required for transfer applicants; recommended for freshman applicants) Other optionsMail your printed resume to the Office of Admissions. |
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Self-Reported HS Coursework Form |
Only method: Access the high-school coursework form through MyStatus |
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Test Scores |
Only method: Electronic submission from the testing agency |
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Transcripts (official) |
High school transcriptsPreferred method for high school transcripts: TREx (if it's available at your high school) Other options
College transcripts
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Preferred Submission Methods
When you use the preferred method of submission, you'll save time and your items will show up in MyStatus much more quickly (assuming there aren't any issues with the items).
Find out about the time it takes for processing documents submitted by mail.
Major Specific Items
Some majors require applicants to submit additional items or take other steps for admission consideration. For example, transfer applicants to architecture must submit a portfolio of their work.
- Learn about the major-specific requirements for freshman applicants.
- Learn about the major-specific requirements for transfer applicants.