THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN

With an annual enrollment of approximately 50,000 students and about 24,000 faculty and staff, The University of Texas at Austin is one of the nation’s highest-ranked public research universities. Our faculty is distinguished nationally and internationally and includes Nobel laureates, Pulitzer Prize and National Medal of Science recipients, and members of highly prestigious scholarly organizations. More than 8,700 bachelor's degrees are awarded annually in more than 170 fields of study and 100 majors. Our graduate school enrolls more than 12,000 students and awards more than 3,600 master's and doctor's degrees annually. Over 200 graduate degree programs are offered by 17 colleges and schools. Ranked among the top public universities in North America, the university is noted for its outstanding libraries and collections, museums, laboratories, and technical facilities to support research, teaching, and learning.

The original 40-acre campus is dominated by the 307-foot tall UT Tower, which overlooks the city of Austin, one of the fastest-growing and most vibrant urban centers in the United States. Home to a high-tech industry and an eclectic cultural environment, Austin draws thousands of newcomers each year who are attracted to its beautiful hills and lakes, culture, and lifestyle opportunities.