Question 1

Is UT Austin better than TAMU?

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University of Texas at Austin and Texas A&M University are two well known institutions in US and great study abroad options for students. When it comes to rankings, UT Austin beats TAMU with rank #72 in QS World University Rankings for 2027. Whereas, the latter has been ranked #169 in the same category. In the US News & World Report University Rankings 2026, Uni Texas Austin again has an upper hand with rank #56 in Best Global Universities. However, TAMU has been ranked at the spot #117 in this category.Mentioned below is a comprehensive comparison between both the universities on the basis of some other parameters:ParametersUT AustinTAMUAcceptance Rate27%57%Average GPA Required3.0 GPA3.0 GPAAnnual Tuition Fee (MBA)INR 17 L - 61 LINR 14 L - 73 L

Question 2

Why is UT Austin so prestigious?

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The University of Texas has been ranked at No. 7 among the public universities in the U.S, as per U.S. News ranking in 2026. Also, in the recognition of this university's ranking nationally, U.S. News has ranked at #30 position nationally. Also, UT Austin is one of the world's leading research universities, which supports 200+ dedicated research centers. It is also ranked at No. 19 for the most innovative schools as per U.S. News.

Question 3

What is the acceptance rate for the University of Texas at Austin?

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For Fall 2025, the University of Texas at Austin acceptance rate is around 27%. This university received 90,000+ applications. Since university is very selective, students should have good academic record. For admission to UG courses, Indian applicants should have completed high school education. Whereas, for admission to PG courses of UT Austin, the applicants should have completed a Bachelor's degree.

Question 4

What is the University of Texas at Austin known for?

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University of Texas at Austin has nearly 55,000 students from over 130 countries. UT Austin is ranked among top 20 in USA and top 60 in world as per Shiksha Popularity Ranking 2026. It is ranked #1 public university in Texas and #7 public university in USA. Also, 76 UG and PG programs of UT Austin are in Top 10.

Question 5

Did Matthew McConaughey study at UT Austin?

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Yes, Matthew McConaughey studied at the University of Texas at Austin. He graduated in 1993 with a film degree. He is an Academy Award winning actor and has starred in 50+ films. The popular films Matthew McConaughey are-The InterstellerThe Wolf of Wall StreetA Time to KillFailure to LaunchHow to Lose a Guy in 10 Days

Question 6

What is UT Austin job outcome rate?

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As per the Graduate employment report for 2025, the 80.2% of UT Austin MBA graduates received job offers within 6 months. The average salary of the international students was USD 156,343 (Around INR 1.49 Cr.). The top industries where the students were hired include-ConsultingFinancial ServicesEnergy TechnologyReal Estate

Question 7

What is the average salary of UT Austin graduates?

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As per the MBA employment report for 2025, the average salary of the University of Texas at Austin graduates is USD 156,343 (Around INR 1.49 Cr.). The top employers of the graduates are-PwCDeloitteCiscoCitigroupAmazonTesla

Question 8

Is there an application fee for UT Austin?

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Yes, Uni Texas Austin charges an application fee for admissions and it differs for MBA, MPA, and all the other applicants. Candidates must note that as the University of Texas at Austin application fee is non-refundable, applicants do not receive any refund even if they withdraw the application. Given below are the details:CourseUT Austin Application FeeMBAUSD 200 (INR 16.7 K)MPAUSD 125 (INR 10.4 K)All other UG & PG coursesUSD 90 (INR 7.5 K)Conversion Rate: 1 USD = INR 83.70

Question 9

What is the UT Austin acceptance rate?

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Based on the ratio of admissions to applications, the acceptance rate of UT Austin stands at 31%. Since, the stats are on the lower end, we can conclude that the University of Texas at Austin is a very competitive university to get in, as it admits less than half of the applicants. However, students must not get discouraged and fulfill all the UT Austion admission requirements, ie; academic qualifications, standardized test scores, English language requirements as well as relevant documents in order to secure an admission in the university.Note: The data has been derived from unofficial sources and is subjected to changes.

Question 10

What are the scholarships available for incoming students at the University of Texas at Austin?

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Incoming students at UT Austin are available for scholarships. There is no separate application for scholarship. Students have to apply by Dec 1 via Common App  (UG). The scholarship related questions are available on the scholarship interest form through Mystatus.

Question 11

Does the MBA students of the University of Texas at Austin eligible for scholarships?

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UT Austin MBA students are eligible for merit based scholarships. The university offers scholarships in the form of cash awards and out-of-state tuition waivers. The scholarship range from USD 2,000 or INR 1.91 L.

Question 12

How much does MBA cost at University of Texas at Austin?

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For international students, the UT Austin MBA fees is INR 15 L - 55 L per academic year. Note that the duration of this MBA course is 10 months - 3 years. Although it is expensive to study this course, the return on investment is quite impressive as the graduates receive the highest average base salary of USD 157,735 (INR 1.3 Cr) and an average signing bonus of USD 32,915 (INR 27.5 L) through top-notch placement in globally reputated companies.Conversion Rate: 1 USD = INR 83.70

Question 13

How much does the University of Texas at Austin cost?

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For Indian students, University of Texas at Austin UG fees can range between INR 37 L - INR 57.2 L. For PG courses, annual tuition fee can range between INR 9.4 L- INR 81 L. The living expenses for UT Austin can be as follows: Housing and food: USD 15,420 - USD 17,354Transportation: USD 1,786 Books, course materials, supplies and equipment: USD 720 - USD 774Personal / Misc.: USD 3560 - USD 4758

Question 14

Is UT Austin MSc in CS course good?

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The University of Texas at Austin MSc in Computer Science course ranks at #7 in 2025, in U.S. News ranking. Students should have a Bachelor's degree. Also, an English language proficiency score is required. TOEFL score of 79 and IELTS score of 6.5 is required. Documents required to apply for this course are Statement of Purpose, CV, academic transcripts for admission to UT Austin graduate courses.

Question 15

Is MS in Business Analytics course of UT Austin a STEM course?

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Yes, the University of Texas at Austin MS in Business Analytics course is STEM-based program. The duration of MS-BA course is 10-months. For admission to this course, students are required to have an undergraduate degree, with exposure to quantitative coursework related to at least 1 semeester of Calculus and 1 semester of Calculus.

Question 16

What are the top 3 majors at UT Austin?

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The University of Texas at Austin offers 150+ Undergraduate courses. The top majors at this university are Biological and Biomedical Sciences; Engineering; and Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services. Other popular courses are: Social SciencesCommunication, Journalism, and Related ProgramsPsychologyHealth Professions and Related ProgramsComputer and Information Sciences and Support Services

Question 17

Is UT Austin a top 10 school?

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As per U.S. News, the University of Texas at Austin ranks among the No. 1 ranking among the public universities nationally in 2026. It also ranks at No. 30 nationally among both public and private universities. Also, the subjects of this university also rank well in the U.S. News rankings. In all,  around 76 Undergraduate and Graduate programs ranked in the Top 10 among public and private rankings.

Question 18

What is UT Texas Austin ranked in the QS?

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UT Austin QS ranking is #68 in 2026. In the last year's rankings, this university ranked at #66. A slight decline in the rankings in the QS rankings can be observed. But, still in the QS world rankings, UT Austin ranks among the Top 100 Universities worldwide. From the past 5 years, UT Austin has been ranking among the Top 100 Universities globally.

Question 19

Where does the subjects of UT Austin rank?

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In the US News rankings for 2026, around 24 of the UG courses of the UT Austin rank among the Top 10 among all the universities nationally. Six of the programs rank in the Top 5 such as Accounting, Finance, Marketing, Petroleum, Chemical, and Civil Engineering. Also, three courses of UT Austin's rank among the Top 10,  Computer Science Theory, Artificial Intelligence, etc.

Question 20

How is the life of Indian students at the UT Austin campus?

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Indian students at UT Austin get the access to a wide world of opportunities. As per the reviews posted by students on Shiksha, the university offers one of the best campus life in USA. From academics and sports facilities to meal options and the student affairs team, everything is readily available for students. Also, get the opportunity to participate in a variety of clubs and organizations. Most of the students feel that the city is extremely safe to live in, which is a strong factor to choose this institution. Also, they love the Indian food provided.Listed below are ratings of the University of Texas at Austin as per the reviews:ParametersStarsSafety4.7Public Transportation4.3Student Life4.3Indian Food4.3

Question 21

How many acres is UT Austin?

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The size of the UT Austin main campus is 441 acres. There are 12 libraries and 8 museums at the Uni of Texas at Austin. There are 1,200+ student organizations at UT Austin. These student organizations range from culture, sports, service, music, tech, etc..

Question 22

Is UT Austin a D1 University?

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The Uni of Texas at Austin is a NCAA Division I university. National championships won by the athletics teams of UT Austin is 68. Also, the total number of Olymoc medals won by the student athletes of UT Austin is 178.

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