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The University of Texas at Austin

Getting Started

Now that you're here, there are several important things you should know. Getting off to a good start will make navigating UT easier.

Identification on Campus
Information Technology Services (ITS) provides each member of the university community with a unique electronic identification (EID).  You can use your UT EID to securely access university technology resources.

When you arrive on campus, one of the first things to do is to have your university photo ID card made at the ID Center.  Use it as a UT library card, to enter recreational sports facilities and to ride the shuttle bus for free.  To receive your ID card, you need your driver's license or a passport and your EID.  The ID Center is centrally located at the Information Desk on the first floor of the Flawn Academic Center (FAC).

IT on Campus
ITS products and services that can be of help include wired and wireless internet access, email, printing services, computer labs and more.  If you have technology related questions, you can also call the ITS Help Desk at 512-475-9400.

Check with your graduate coordinator about access to restricted-use departmental computer equipment and labs.  The university also offers general-use and shared-use computer labs and facilities for all students.

University Email
Every UT Austin student receives a university email account at no cost, on mail.utexas.edu.  Your department or college may also provide you with an email account.  Remember to designate a specific email account for official university messages.

You can check your email using a desktop email program or Web mail, which allows easy access to your account from any internet-connected computer.

Discounted Computer Products
The Campus Computer Store provides low academic pricing on hardware, software and accessories from top manufacturers.  Take advantage of these savings as well as the store's convenient location on the first floor of the FAC.

You can obtain SAS or SPSS statistical software at a reduced cost from Software Distribution and Sales (SDS).  SDS also can help you with special software orders.  SDS is located on the second floor of the FAC.

Computer Security and Responsibilities
ITS offers BevoWare, a bundle of free software, to help secure your computer.  It includes anti-virus and firewall products that will help you meet university information security requirements.

The IT Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) provides guidelines for responsible use of computer resources at the university.  The AUP also describes your rights and responsibilities concerning copyrighted materials and confidential information.

More Information
Technology will play a large role in your time at the university.  For additional information and links to all of these services, please visit www.utexas.edu/its/students/

Registration
Registration for classes is performed online using ROSE, the registrar's online services. You will need to know your EID to access registration.

1. Determine your schedule and register for classes. You can review the course schedule and information on how to register at the Registrar’s Web site. Be sure to make note of when you can register!  Registration times are assigned by the first letter of your last name. http://registrar.utexas.edu/schedules/
http://registrar.utexas.edu/students/registration/

2. Pay your tuition and fees. Your registration is not complete unless you pay your tuition and fees by the payment deadline. You may choose to pay in full, or you may use the installment plan (except summer session). You may pay online or in person. Consult the course schedule for payment details or visit Student Accounts Receivable online.
http://www.utexas.edu/business/accounting/sar/

3. How to pay? You can pay your tuition and fees using cash, check, Master Card, Discover (there is a surcharge on credit card payments) and installment payments. Visa is not accepted. If you wish to take advantage of a tuition loan, log on to UT Direct. Click on "My Finances," then scroll down and click on "What I Owe." Under the heading "Student Sites," click on "Tuition Loan."

Textbooks
You can purchase all of your textbooks, as well as other supplies, from the University Co-op. Founded in 1896, the idea behind the Co-op was to create a bookstore that was an association owned by students, faculty and staff to furnish books, supplies and clothing at reasonable prices to its members. The Co-op continues this mission today with a focus on advancing the educational interests of the university. The Co-op’s main store is at 2246 Guadalupe St., across from the West Mall.

You now can order your textbooks online and pick them up later at the Co-op.
www.coop-bookstore.com/