Cost of Living

We’ve told you about the amazing faculty and research at The University of Texas at Austin. You know the facilities, libraries and campus treasures are outstanding. And that the city of Austin is at the top of just about every list of great places to live!
But if you need another reason to come to graduate school at The University of Texas at Austin, take a look at the cost of living compared to cities with other top graduate schools.
Beautiful Austin
It is slightly more expensive to live in Austin than to live in: Madison, WI (+6.1%), Champaign-Urbana, IL (+5.5%) or Columbus, OH (+3.4%)
But we’ve got MUCH better weather!
Compare other Locations
Find out the cost of living comparison for other locations you are considering. The Cost of Living Wizard shows the effect of a relocation to or from Austin, Texas on disposable income.

