Official NCES IPEDS & Common Data Set Admissions Statistics (2025-2026 Cycle)
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University of Texas at Austin Acceptance Rate

Comprehensive admissions statistics, middle 50% SAT/ACT test score percentiles, GPA requirements, deadlines, and cost of attendance according to official NCES IPEDS and Common Data Set reports.

Official Acceptance Rate
28.7%

29 admitted per 100 applicants

Total Applicants
60,055
Undergraduate pool
Total Admitted
17,235
Offers extended
Enrolled Freshmen
9,100
Yield: 52.8%
Middle 50% SAT
1320-1490
25th-75th Percentile
Middle 50% ACT
29-34
Composite score
Average High School GPA
3.84
Unweighted 4.0 scale

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3.85
Composite SAT Score 1480
Harvard University
Institutional Acceptance Rate: 3.4%
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Estimated Admission Likelihood
6% - 10% (~2.4x baseline rate)
Reach (<35%) Target (35%-70%) Safety (>70%)
Academic Profile vs Middle 50% Benchmarks:
Your GPA vs School Avg
3.85 vs 3.98 Below Avg
Your SAT vs Mid-50%
1480 vs 1490-1580 Near 25th %
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UT Austin Standardized Test Score Distributions

Breakdown of the 25th percentile (bottom quarter) vs 75th percentile (top quarter) of matriculated students.

SAT Middle 50% Distribution

1600 Scale
Composite Total Range 1320 – 1490
Reading & Writing (EBRW) 650 – 730
Math Section 660 – 760
Current Testing Policy Test-Required reinstated

ACT & GPA Academic Benchmarks

36 Scale / 4.0 GPA
ACT Composite 25th Percentile 29
ACT Composite 75th Percentile 34
Average High School Unweighted GPA 3.84 / 4.00
Estimated Class Rank Top 10% of high school graduating class

Application Deadlines & Admissions Plans

Regular Decision (RD) Deadline December 1
Early Application Deadline October 15
Early Admissions Plan Type Early Action
Application Fee $75 (Fee waivers accepted)

Tuition & Estimated Cost of Attendance

In-State Tuition & Fees $11,698 / year
Out-of-State Tuition & Fees $41,070 / year
Institutional Type Public research university
Official Admissions Portal Visit UT Austin

University of Texas at Austin Admissions FAQ

Frequently asked questions regarding admission requirements, GPA, and test percentiles for UT Austin.

What is the acceptance rate for University of Texas at Austin?

The official undergraduate acceptance rate for University of Texas at Austin (UT Austin) is approximately 28.7%. For every 100 applicants, around 29 students are admitted, according to latest NCES IPEDS and Common Data Set reports.

What GPA do you need to get into UT Austin?

Admitted students to UT Austin typically have an average unweighted high school GPA of around 3.84 on a 4.0 scale. Most successful applicants take rigorous AP, IB, or Honors courses and rank in the top quartile of their graduating class.

What are the middle 50% SAT and ACT scores for UT Austin?

The middle 50% SAT score range for admitted students is 1320 to 1490. For the ACT, the middle 50% composite score is 29 to 34. Scoring in the upper 75th percentile significantly increases your admissions chances.

What is the application deadline for University of Texas at Austin?

The regular decision application deadline for University of Texas at Austin is December 1. Early applicants typically submit their materials by October 15 under the Early Action admissions plan.

Is UT Austin test-optional in 2025-2026?

University of Texas at Austin's testing policy status: Test-Required reinstated. Please verify program-specific requirements on the official admissions portal before submitting.