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The University of Texas at Austin

Austin, TX

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Median Earnings
$75,121
10 years after enrollment
Grad Rate
88.3%
6-year completion
Students
42,855
Undergraduate enrollment
Admit Rate
26.6%
Acceptance rate

Annual Cost Breakdown

Full Sticker Price

$31,247/yr

Tuition + fees + room + board + books. What you pay with no financial aid.

Avg After Grants

$19,857/yr

What students who received federal/institutional grants actually paid on average. Varies by family income.

Tuition Only

In-state: $11,688

Out-of-state: $44,908

Tuition only — does not include room, board, or fees.

💡 The “Avg After Grants” is an average across all students who received aid — your actual cost depends on your family income. Use the school's Net Price Calculator for a personalized estimate.

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after grants — by income bracket. Source: U.S. Dept of Education, AY 2022–23.

Under $30k/yr income$12,553/yr
$30k–$48k/yr income$14,297/yr
$48k–$75k/yr income$17,207/yr
$75k–$110k/yr income
Over $110k/yr income$30,082/yr

These are averages for aid recipients. Your exact cost depends on your specific FAFSA results. Estimate yours on studentaid.gov →

Admissions & Outcomes

Acceptance Rate
26.6%
1-Year Retention
96.7%
Pell Grant Recipients
25.9%
First-Generation Students
27.5%
In-State Tuition
$11,688/yr
Out-of-State Tuition
$44,908/yr

Acceptance Rate

26.6%

Moderately selective — competitive applicant pool.

Top Programs

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Computer Science
Engineering
Health Sciences
Biology / Life Sci

% of bachelor's degrees awarded in each field

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Program Rankings

Official program-level rankings (US News, QS, Forbes) are not available through a free public API. The Earnings by Major section below is the best free proxy — it shows real median salaries 2 years after graduation for each program at this school, sourced directly from federal earnings data.

Frequently Asked Questions about The University of Texas at Austin

How much does The University of Texas at Austin cost?

The average net price at The University of Texas at Austin after grants and scholarships is $19,857 per year. The full sticker price before aid is $31,247/yr. Your actual cost depends on your family income — use the school's Net Price Calculator for a personalized estimate.

What is the graduation rate at The University of Texas at Austin?

The 6-year graduation rate at The University of Texas at Austin is 88.3%. The 1-year retention rate is 96.7%. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

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

The acceptance rate at The University of Texas at Austin is 26.6%. Moderately selective — competitive applicant pool.

What do The University of Texas at Austin graduates earn?

The median earnings of students who attended The University of Texas at Austin 10 years after enrollment is $75,121. Earnings vary significantly by major — see the Earnings by Major section above for program-specific data. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Is The University of Texas at Austin a good school?

Whether The University of Texas at Austin is the right fit depends on your major, budget, and priorities. Key facts: 88% graduation rate, average net price of $19,857/year, median graduate earnings of $75,121 at 10 years. Use our free Fit Score quiz to see how this school ranks against your specific needs.

Data from U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, AY 2022–23 (updated November 2025). Earnings reflect median 10-year outcomes for all students who enrolled.