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The University of Texas at Austin

Austin, Texas · Public

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$60,896

Acceptance Rate

29%

Graduation Rate

88%

Annual Tuition

$11,678

At a Glance

Total Students

42,100

Retention Rate

96%

Faculty Ratio

18

Financial Aid

27%

Median Debt

$20,500

Campus Setting

City

Institution Type

Public

Institution Overview

The University of Texas at Austin is a large public university with over 42,000 students. The university has a selective admissions process, accepting less than 30% of applicants. The vast majority of students return each year, with a retention rate of 96%. Nearly 88% of students graduate.

Graduates of the University of Texas at Austin earn a median of over $51,000 one year after graduation, increasing to over $75,000 ten years after graduation. The median debt for graduates is around $20,500. Over a quarter of students receive financial aid. In-state tuition is approximately $11,700.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$51k

1 YEAR

$61k

5 YEARS

$75k

10 YEARS

Top 14% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, University of Texas at Austin alumni earn a median salary of $51,060. Five years after graduation, median earnings increase to $60,896, and after ten years, median earnings are $75,121. The median debt for graduates is $20,500.

The University of Texas at Austin has a high retention rate of 96.1% and an 87.7% graduation rate. The university has a 29.1% acceptance rate. 27.1% of students receive financial aid.

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Campus Location

Austin, Texas

Austin, TX 78705

The University of Texas at Austin is located in Austin, Texas. The campus is in a city setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The University of Texas at Austin has an acceptance rate of 29.1%.