Explore the Forty Acres
Visiting campus is the best way to know if UT Austin is right for you. Take a tour with current students and get a feel for our community.
Your
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Longhorns Dream Big. So Can You.
You embrace a challenge. You’re open to discovery. And you’re ready to make an impact. UT Austin is the place that can empower you with the resources, experience and support to shape your future.
We’re a passionate community known around the world for our bold spirit and competitiveness. We’re committed to innovative learning and discovery. And we encourage creativity and critical thinking to solve real-world problems. Together, we can help you challenge ideas, pursue passions and explore new interests — to redefine what’s possible.
Texas has a broad range of subjects to explore.
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170+
Nationally Ranked
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Undergraduate programs ranked No. 1 in Texas
Start big with the nation’s largest undergraduate research program.
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#1
U.S. university with National Science Foundation (NSF) research financing
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#19
for Scientific Research (Nature Index)
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career centers
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100,119
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Discover what it means to be a Longhorn at a "Becoming a Longhorn" event, offered virtually and in person at locations across Texas! 🤘
Find an event near you and register at the link in our bio.
Sep 14
WHAT. A. GAME. 🤘
Want to be part of moments like this? Apply to Texas.
Sep 13
Want to live alongside students who share your interests? 🏠
Living Learning Communities (LLCs) bring students with shared interests together in the same area of a residence hall. Through events and experiences beyond the classroom, students can connect with faculty, meet fellow Longhorns and explore topics that matter to them. From robotics and entrepreneurship to sustainability and Women in STEM, there may be an LLC that feels like the right fit for you!
Explore the current communities and learn how to apply at the link in our bio.
Sep 11
Come spend a day on the Forty Acres! 🤘 Join us for Texas Preview to explore campus, learn about our academic programs and connect with the Longhorn community.
Registration is now open at the link in our bio!
#BeALonghorn
Sep 10
Did you know UT Austin offers more than 170 majors? With so many possibilities, finding the right fit can feel overwhelming. The MyMajors assessment can help you narrow it down by matching your interests, academic experiences and talents with recommended majors to explore. 🔍
Find the major that’s right for you at the link in our bio!
#BeALonghorn
Sep 9
Did you know you can apply for on-campus housing as soon as your admission application is complete? Housing on the Forty Acres is offered on a first-come, first-served basis, so we recommend applying early!
Once your admission application is in, take the next step and apply for housing to find your place in a built-in community of fellow Longhorns. 🏠
Learn more about on-campus housing at the link in our bio!
#BeALonghorn
Sep 4
Texas Honors is a collection of programs that gives you opportunities to connect with faculty, employers and fellow students while building a community centered on your area of study! With small cohorts and personalized opportunities, Texas Honors is a great way to strengthen your academic experience and prepare for what comes next.
Explore available honors programs and learn how to apply at the link in our bio! 🤘
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Sep 2
It`s officially been one full week of making memories with #UT30 🧡 📸
Aug 30
New opportunities are coming to the Forty Acres!
Starting Fall 2027, UT Austin is introducing new majors and minors across several colleges.
Swipe through to explore what’s new and discover a program that matches your interests. 🤘
Aug 27
Why wait to study abroad?
With Take the World by the Horns, your first semester at UT Austin begins in Athens, Copenhagen, Panama City, Seoul or Stockholm. Earn course credit, build lifelong friendships and experience hands-on learning before you even set foot on the Forty Acres.
Ready to Take the World by the Horns? Select your interest in your UT admission application!
Learn more by clicking our link in bio! 🔗
#UTAustin #BeALonghorn #UT31
Aug 11
Austin is Uniquely Ambitious
The entrepreneurial ambition, creative spirit, southern hospitality and revitalizing green space of our capital city provide the perfect backdrop for your college experience.
