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Your chances of getting into The University of Texas at Austin

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

31.4%
Admission Difficulty for The University of Texas at Austin
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Admission Standards Exceptional 
Applicant Competition High 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at UT Austin is 31.4%.  Its admission rate is the 2nd lowest in Texas and the 117th lowest the nation.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into UT Austin and can you get accepted?

UT Austin is a highly competitive school to get into. You have a moderate chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 18,830 out of the 60,055 who applied were admitted.

The University of Texas at Austin typically accepts and attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.8. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top ten percent of their high school class or better. 48% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into UT Austin?

31% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to The University of Texas at Austin you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.8 or better
  • Earn A- grades in high school
  • Score 1370 on the SAT
  • Score 29 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top 10% of your high school class

UT Austin GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.8*

Typical High School Grades 

A-

What GPA do you need to get into The University of Texas at Austin?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into UT Austin are to have around a 3.8 high school GPA. You are required to have exceptionally good grades and you should be graduating near the top of your class.

Even with a competitive GPA, admission to UT Austin will be challenging as the school denies more applicants than it admits.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at UT Austin is 3.8 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn A- letter grades and regularly score around 90-92 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #4 in Texas for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since UT Austin is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.8 GPA range.

*This school has not published high school GPA data for its incoming freshman class. In these cases, CollegeSimply uses an algorithm to predict GPA based on this school's test scores and a large sample of college GPA data. 3.8 is a prediction of the school's average incoming freshman GPA.

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UT Austin SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to The University of Texas at Austin. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 63% of students submitted SAT scores and 22% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1230-1500

Applicants Submitting SAT 

63%
SAT Scores for The University of Texas at Austin
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 620
Math 25th Percentile 610
Composite 25th Percentile 1230
SAT Scores for The University of Texas at Austin
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 730
Math 75th Percentile 770
Composite 75th Percentile 1500
Average SAT Score 1370

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to The University of Texas at Austin?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at UT Austin is 1370 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1230-1500. Students who get into The University of Texas at Austin score in the top 20 percent of all SAT test takers..  UT Austin ranks #4 in the state of Texas and #124 in the nation for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1370 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. UT Austin regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1230 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1230, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 1090, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

The University of Texas at Austin is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1370 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1365, you have around a 31% chance of being admitted. A 1500 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 46% chance of getting in.

The University of Texas at Austin admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1500 and Above Good >46%
1365 to 1500 Avg + 31%-46%
1230 to 1365 Avg - 19%-31%
1095 to 1230 Reach 11%-19%
Less than 1095 Low <11%
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UT Austin ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

26-33 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

22%
ACT Scores for The University of Texas at Austin
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 25
Math 25th Percentile 25
Composite 25th Percentile 26
ACT Scores for The University of Texas at Austin
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 35
Math 75th Percentile 33
Composite 75th Percentile 33
Average ACT Score 29

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into UT Austin?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to UT Austin is 29, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 26 and 33.  The school ranks #5 in Texas and #185 in the U.S. for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 29. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 26 and score in the score in the top 18 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 22.

22 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to The University of Texas at Austin.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as The University of Texas at Austin is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into UT Austin for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 29 score has around 31% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 48% with a 33 ACT score.

The University of Texas at Austin admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
33 and Above Good >48%
29 to 33 Avg + 31%-48%
26 to 29 Avg - 21%-31%
23 to 26 Reach 13%-21%
Less than 23 Low <13%
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High School Class Rank

86% of The University of Texas at Austin freshman are in the top ten percent of their high school graduating class. For your application to be competitive, you need to graduate at the top of your class.

High School Class Rank for admitted The University of Texas at Austin students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 85.6%
Top 25% of class 95.9%
Top 50% of class 99%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

The University of Texas at Austin admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 31,260 28,507 60,055
Accepted 11,172 7,598 18,830
Acceptance Rate 36% 27% 31%
Enrolled 5,482 3,617 9,109
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 49% 48% 48%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Fall 2024 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Dec 1, 2024

Days left to Apply

None

The application deadline for Fall 2024 has passed. Applications were due on Dec 1, 2024.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to The University of Texas at Austin is $75.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to The University of Texas at Austin and what student information is used for admission decisions?

The University of Texas at Austin Application Requirements
Test Scores Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
High School Class Rank Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Required to be considered for admission
Recommendations Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not required for admission, but considered if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at The University of Texas at Austin
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Admission Requirements Summary

Because UT Austin is highly competitive, you have a moderate chance of acceptance depending on your GPA and test scores. If you earn at least a 3.8 GPA, you will have a fair shot at getting in. Additionally, you should score a 1370 on the SAT or 29 on the ACT to be competitive. If you can score a 1500 SAT you will be a very strong applicant.

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=228778 IPEDS survey data for The University of Texas at Austin.

Last updated February 24, 2024