UT Austin Admissions Decisions: Release Time and Latest Updates

High school seniors across Texas are eagerly checking their emails and applicant portals for UT Austin admissions decisions. For many, the moment they have been waiting for is just around the corner. While some students have already received results, most are still in anticipation regarding their admission outcomes at one of the country’s most prestigious public universities.

UT Austin Admissions Decisions: Release Timeline

UT Austin officials have indicated that admission decisions are typically released in waves. Generally, most candidates will learn their status by early February. The official deadline for all summer and fall admissions decisions is set for February 15.

Expected Release Times

Specific release times for decisions have not been officially announced. However, discussions on the UT admissions Reddit forum suggest potential release windows. Some users anticipate that results may be available between 5:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. CT, while others recall last year’s release occurred between 4:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.

Volume of Admissions Decisions

• A discussion on Reddit indicates that only 25% of applicants might receive their decisions today.
• The remaining applications are likely to be deferred for further review by the admissions office.

Automatic Admission Criteria

UT Austin offers automatic admission to certain eligible students. Those ranked in the top 5% of their high school class at the end of their junior year will be granted automatic admission. The university aims to automatically admit enough students to occupy 75% of available spaces for Texas residents.

Alternative Admission Routes

Additionally, students who receive non-traditional secondary education, such as homeschooling, may qualify for automatic admission if they achieve either an SAT score of 1570 or higher or an ACT score of 36.

As the release date approaches, high school seniors across Texas are filled with hope and anticipation, ready to embark on their future educational journeys at UT Austin.