The University of Texas at Austin

If you are planning on applying to UT Austin, the deadline for Fall 2023 admissions is December 1 and the fee for the application is $75.

Students who apply to UT Austin for the fall semester should anticipate a decision by March 1.

UT Austin Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of UT Austin's admissions stats.

UT Austin 2022	Admissions Statistics
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	85.6%
Mean SAT Score	1399
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	56%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	26%
Waitlist	Yes

The University of Texas at Austin Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for The University of Texas at Austin.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	––	––
Early Decision II	––	––	––
Early Action	No	––	––
Regular Decision	Yes	December 1	March 1

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UT Austin does not offer early decision or early action.

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Transferring to The University of Texas at Austin

For more information on transferring to The University of Texas at Austin, contact the school directly.

For Students Waitlisted to UT Austin

UT Austin has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into UT Austin?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are they consider most important in the admissions process. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that prioritize the admissions factors where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at UT Austin

Curious about the factors that are considered by UT Austin during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Considered
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Geographical Residence	Considered
Class Rank	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Application Essay	Considered
First Generation	Considered
Interview	Considered
Racial/Ethnic Status	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Religious Affiliation/Commitment	Considered
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Considered
State Residency	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered

Make sure to check with UT Austin for more information on admission factors.

UT Austin 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to UT Austin, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with UT Austin's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Interview
Transcript(S) of College Record
Standardized Test Scores
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√
Transcript of High School Record	√

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into UT Austin?

UT Austin has not provided an information about GPAs of accepted students. Any questions regarding applicant expectations should be addressed directly with the school.

Out of all students that were admitted, 79.7% submitted a class rank. At UT Austin 85.6% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 95.9% were in the top 25% and 99.3% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At The University of Texas at Austin, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	––
3.75 and 3.99	––
3.50 and 3.74	––
3.25 and 3.49	––
3.00 and 3.24	––
2.50 and 2.9	––
2.00 and 2.49	––

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to UT Austin directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

UT Austin looks at standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

UT Austin is a test optional school. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 56% of UT Austin's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 26% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for UT Austin?

To be competitive with other UT Austin applicants, you should aim to earn between 1230 and 1480 (or higher!) on the SAT. At UT Austin 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1480 and 25% of scored lower than 1230, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a UT Austin student is 1399.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of UT Austin students scored 770 or higher and 75% of students scored 620 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of UT Austin students scored 730 or higher, and 75% scored a 620 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for UT Austin?

To be most competitive at UT Austin, you should strive to earn between 29 and 34 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 34 means you fall in the 75th percentile for UT Austin's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 34, and three out of four students scored lower than 34 on the ACT.

A 29 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for UT Austin students. Only one out of every four students scored below 29.

Want To Bring Up Your ACT Score? Access ACT practice tests and study tips and see upcoming ACT test dates.

More Information on Transferring to The University of Texas at Austin

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is March 1. Applicants should hear back by May 1.

Transfer students can enroll in UT Austin during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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UT Austin Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to UT Austin?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to UT Austin.

Does UT Austin accept transfer credits?

✅ UT Austin accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. UT Austin accepts:

• CLEP subject tests

Does UT Austin accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ UT Austin accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to UT Austin?

❌ No, UT Austin is test optional, so you can decide whether to include your test scores. If you have higher than average scores, you should strongly consider submitting them. If your scores are average or below average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is UT Austin's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for UT Austin is 29%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at UT Austin?

❌ UT Austin does not offer early decision.

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