The University of Texas at Austin: Acceptance Rate and SAT Scores
The University of Texas at Austin admits about 26.6% of applicants. The reported SAT middle-50% range is 1250–1510 (sum of the section 25th/75th percentiles reported to College Scorecard). That SAT range concords to roughly a 26–34 ACT Composite under the official 2018 College Board/ACT concordance table.
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The University of Texas at Austin At a Glance
| Location | Austin, Texas |
|---|---|
| Type | Public |
| Undergraduate Enrollment | 42,855 |
| Acceptance Rate | 26.6% |
| SAT Range (Reading & Writing) | 630-740 |
| SAT Range (Math) | 620-770 |
| SAT Range (Combined, approx.) | 1250-1510 |
| Average SAT (Combined) | 1395 |
| ACT Range | 27-33 |
| Average Net Price | $18,554/yr |
| Tuition (In-State) | $11,656/yr |
| Tuition (Out-of-State) | $44,816/yr |
| 4-Year Graduation Rate | 89.2% |
| Full-Time Retention Rate | 96.7% |
| Median Earnings, 10 Years After Entry | $81,694 |
| Median Debt at Completion | $19,000 |
How The University of Texas at Austin Compares
The University of Texas at Austin is more selective than about 92% of the 254 schools in this list with a published acceptance rate.
With about 42,855 students, it is larger than about 97% of the 265 schools in this list.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The University of Texas at Austin's acceptance rate?
The University of Texas at Austin's acceptance rate is about 26.6%, based on the most recent data reported to the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
What SAT score do you need for The University of Texas at Austin?
Admitted students at The University of Texas at Austin typically report a combined SAT score between 1250 and 1510 (the reported 25th to 75th percentile range).
Does The University of Texas at Austin require the SAT?
Test-optional and test-required policies change from year to year and are not part of the College Scorecard data used on this page. Check The University of Texas at Austin's own admissions site for its current testing policy, linked below.
What is the average cost of The University of Texas at Austin?
The average net price reported for The University of Texas at Austin is $18,554 per year, after grant and scholarship aid.