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KEY DEADLINES AND SCHOLARSHIP PRIORITY
- UATX is permanently tuition-free. Spots at the university are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis to deposited students who meet eligibility requirements.
- Applicants receive a provisional admissions decision within 5 business days of application submission. A formal decision is made after UATX receives a verified test score.
- Verified test scores may take 5–10 business days to process after submission.
- Spots are limited—apply and deposit early to secure your place.
Financial Aid
- Additional funding beyond free tuition is limited and distributed to deposited students on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Students may apply for financial aid through the Lonsdale Magaro Build Scholarship to cover housing and associated costs before making a deposit.
APPLICATION & ENROLLMENT TIMELINE (2025-26 CYCLE)
Term
D-Term 2025
Winter Term 2026
Spring Term 2026
Summer Term 2026
Fall Term 2026
Application Deadline
October 15, 2025
November 15, 2025
February 1, 2026
April 15, 2026
July 16, 2026
Deposit Due
November 1, 2025
December 1, 2025
February 15, 2026
May 1, 2026
August 1, 2026
Financial Aid Deadline for Associated Costs
November 10, 2025
December 10, 2025
March 1, 2026
May 10, 2026
June 15, 2026
Start / Move-in
December 1, 2025 (move-in November 30, 2025)
January 5, 2026 (move-in January 4, 2026)
March 30, 2026 (move-in March 29, 2026)
June 22, 2026 (move-in June 21, 2026)
August 30, 2026 (estimated move-in)
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
1. Submit Materials
All applicants must submit standardized test scores (SAT, ACT, or CLT).
Applications are incomplete until an official score is received directly from the testing agency.
Codes:
- SAT: 9190 (essay not considered)
- ACT: 8137 (writing not considered)
- CLT: Select “University of Austin” in your account
Send scores immediately after submitting your application.
If you scored ≤1450 SAT, ≤32 ACT, or ≤104 CLT, include exceptional AP (4/5) or IB (5–7) scores.
Score Review Policies
- SAT, ACT, and CLT are considered equally.
- Superscoring applies (highest section scores across all sittings).
- Essay or writing sections are not considered.
- Waitlisted and denied students are encouraged to retake standardized tests. Updated scores may be submitted later for reconsideration.
- All admissions decisions are final as of August 1, 2026; no scores will be reconsidered afterward.
ROLLING ADMISSIONS FOR MID-YEAR ENTRANTS
UATX welcomes a limited number of exceptional students to begin mid-year (D-Term, Winter, Spring, or J-Term).
Common reasons include early graduation, transfer from another college, or return from a gap semester or year.
Key Details:
- Curriculum: All freshmen complete the full core. Mid-year entrants join an existing class and make up missed Terms 1–3 during sophomore year.
- Cohort: Students integrate into the current freshman class and advance with that cohort.
- Orientation: Mid-year entrants meet with the Associate Provost and University Dean for a short “crash course” and may attend future convocations.
- Housing: Eligible for on-campus housing, prioritized by class year, then upperclassmen. Two-year housing expectation applies.
- Financial Aid: Scholarships may be prorated. Full tuition coverage is retained for all students.
- Advising: Mid-year starts require careful coordination with admissions@uaustin.org to ensure smooth entry.
Am I still a freshman?
Yes—mid-year entrants are part of the freshman cohort.
Is there orientation?
Yes—a condensed orientation and access to future events.
Can I receive financial aid to help cover associated costs?
Yes, subject to availability; awards may be prorated.
Will this affect graduation?
No, if all requirements are completed in sequence.
What are D-Term and J-Term?
Short intensive terms within the UATX academic year.
MATRICULATION REQUIREMENTS
Before enrolling, admitted students must provide:
- Final high school transcript or equivalent
- Must be sent directly by the institution (not student-submitted).
- Accepted formats:
- Electronically via Parchment or Scoir
- By mail to:
- University of Austin
Attn: Office of Admissions
522 Congress Ave, STE 300
Austin, TX 78701
- University of Austin
- Home-schooled students must include GPA, course list with semester grades, brief course descriptions, record of any college coursework, and parent/administrator signature.
- One recommendation letter from someone who can attest to your character and academic readiness.
- Proof of meningococcal vaccination (within five years prior to enrollment) or valid exemption.
Further details will be provided upon admission.