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Financial Matters

The Cost of Attending UT Austin

The cost of tuition and fees varies by department and level of study.
Tuition and fees are determined by the Texas Legislature and UT Austin and are subject to change without notice.

For more information about tuition & fees, see the following websites:

http://www.utexas.edu/business/accounting/sar/t_f_rates.html

http://www.utexas.edu/tuition/index.php

Estimated Annual Expenses

Living expenses vary from $1250 to $1550 per month depending on individual lifestyle. The minimum estimate of $1250 per month is for a single student with a frugal lifestyle. Students with dependents should be prepared to spend more: at least $625 per month more for a spouse and $250 per month more for each child. This estimate does not include the cost of dependent health insurance coverage, which can be quite expensive. If students are accompanied by dependents, the estimated living expenses for dependents will appear on the immigration document.

As an international student, you should plan to keep an emergency balance equal to at least two month's expenses on deposit in an Austin bank at all times.

Certification of Financial Responsibility Form

[Download Form] (Submit Form to cfr@austin.utexas.edu)

Students wanting to attend UT Austin in F-1 or J-1 status must complete this form. While this form is not required for consideration of your application for admission, it is necessary for preparation of the immigration document (Form I-20 or Form DS-2019) for The University of Texas at Austin.

Married Students: If you are married and plan to bring your spouse and/or children you must certify the availability of at least an additional $7,250 per year for your spouse and $3,000 for each child. Be sure to include the name of your spouse and/or child(ren) on the Certification of Financial Responsibility form.

Documentation: The University of Texas at Austin will accept photocopies or faxes of the Certification of Financial Responsibility, so you can retain the originals for the application for your visa at the U.S. Consulate. You may return your completed Certification of Financial Responsibility to ISSS in one of the following ways:

• Email: cfr@austin.utexas.edu
• Fax: +001 (512) 471-8848
• Mail: P.O. Box A, Austin, TX 78713-8901

Paying Your Tuition & Fees at UT Austin

You may pay tuition and fee bills by personal check, cash, traveler's checks, or electronic transfer (or by MasterCard when using the on-line registration system). For more information, see the Forms of Payment website. Your tuition and fees for the fall and spring semesters may be paid in three installments, with the first 50% being due at the time of registration. Although this option of multiple payments is available, it is suggested that the entire amount of tuition and fees be paid at the time of initial registration.

Financial Assistance for International Students/Employment Eligibility

Financial aid is generally not available to new international students, and financial assistance to continuing students is extremely limited. Once you have attended The University of Texas at Austin and have established an outstanding academic record, it may be possible for you to apply for scholarships through your academic department. Awards are based on academic achievement, but the availability of these funds is very limited.

You should not plan to support your studies through on- or off-campus employment unless you are a graduate student who has been offered a specific departmental award. Students in valid status are eligible to work on-campus (20 hours per week during long sessions, 40 hours per week during vacation periods). Off-campus employment is restricted by regulations of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

Students from Mexico

Admitted students from Mexico may apply for a waiver of the non-resident portion of tuition through the Tuition Assistance for Mexican Students (TAMS) program. TAMS awards are competitive and not all students who apply receive the award. The priority deadline to apply for a Fall 2009 TAMS award is June 15, 2008. Please see the following website for additional information and to download the application:
http://www.utexas.edu/international/isss/students/financialaid/