Resources for Applying to

The University of Texas at Austin

This summer, students across the country and around the world will be working to submit their applications to The University of Texas at Austin. With its world-class academic programs, vibrant student life, and research opportunities, it's no surprise that more than 70,000 high school students applied to UT Austin last year. The university's admissions process is highly selective and holistic, with a strong emphasis on evaluating a student's fit for their chosen major. While strong grades and test scores are important, they are rarely sufficient to secure admission, particularly for the most competitive majors.

Our team at College MatchPoint has developed a set of tools and resources to help students and families successfully navigate the college admissions process for UT Austin. Each year, more than 25% of the students who apply to the school utilize these free resources.

RESOURCES FOR THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN

2024 Edition to Our Guide to Applying to The University of Texas at Austin

This comprehensive guide will take you through every aspect of the UT Austin application process, providing you with strategic advice and valuable insights to help you present yourself in the best possible light as a prospective Longhorn. We start by discussing how to thoughtfully select your first-choice major, a crucial decision that sets the foundation for your entire application. The guide includes a detailed discission of the expanded resume, which plays a central role in the UT application review. From there, we delve into the art of crafting compelling essays that authentically showcase your personality, experiences, and aspirations. The guide includes tips on securing recommendation letters that highlight your strengths and potential contributions to the UT Austin community. Throughout this guide, our goal is to empower you with the knowledge and tools necessary to create an application that truly reflects your unique qualifications and maximizes your chances of admission.


Spanish Edition Coming Soon. Provide your email, and we'll send you a copy when it's ready!

Join our June 5 webinar to learn how students can successfully navigate their journey to #BeALonghorn

Our 7th annual webinar is focussed on how students and counselors can successfully navigate the UT admissions process, particularly in light of the substantial changes this year.  Our experienced team of UT experts will analyze UT's new policies and share actionable insights to help students navigate these changes. You'll learn:


  • How the new policies affect a student's application strategy
  • Step-by-step coaching on each component of the UT application
  • Implications from this year's UT admissions results
  • Q&A with our expert panel to address your specific questions


Join us to gain the knowledge and guidance needed to help your student adapt to UT's new admissions requirements and pursue their Longhorn dreams.

Register for the Webinar

Our UT Chatbot Can Help 24/7 with Any Questions

Drawing from our UT guide and blog posts, this first-of-its-kind chatbot provides students with personalized advice 24/7, in any language. Thousands of students use our resources each year to complete their UT applications. We're committed to using our team's expertise—developed over years of working with students, parents, and college admissions officers—to share free resources that anyone can use to navigate the journey to college.


Try out our chatbot if you need any help applying to UT.



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