UT has so much to offer to every kind of student. UT has a balance between social opportunities and academic opportunities. With more than 40,000 undergraduate students, the school provides so much diversity.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
Quickly adapt to the college system. Your first year may well be the hardest year for you because of adjustment issues. Use your first year to cushion your GPA for the harder courses you'll have to take in your later years. In terms of classes and professors, the best way to choose between them is word of mouth and course rating websites. Unfortunately at UT, your GPA will be reflective on professor you choose so be wise during registration. Unless your classes require new textbooks, try to find used textbooks or earlier editions because most likely the textbooks aren't different at all. In high school you may have gotten away with procrastination but you won't in college. Working a little everyday is so much easier than working a lot in a few days. Talking to your professor during lecture and office hours will help you in some way whether it is getting that letter of recommendation for various applications or possibly bumping that GPA up at the end. Lastly, set your priorities straight but also enjoy your time in college. There are really a ton of events, organizations, restaurants, etc. so take advantage of them.
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
There is a large range of difficulty in courses at UT. I think that a lot of the difficulty comes from all that UT has to offer such as the diversity of events. Don't get too distracted with UT's culture. Overall, if you put in a little effort in your work everyday then you'll be just fine. There are going to be classes that are just hard but don't let that discourage you and try your best.
Describe the dorm life at your college.
The dorm itself may not be that nice most of the fun of dorm life comes from all the other students living near you and meeting them. All dorms have resident assistants or older students who take care of you so don't hesitate to seek help from them. Also no matter what dorm you choose, the rooms are for the most part not spacious. I would advise picking a dorm your freshman year rather than an apartment just for the experience.
Describe the food and dining at your college.
If you tolerated high school cafeteria food, then eating college cafeteria food will be more than just okay. Outside of campus, UT has loads of restaurants that cover foods across the world so try new places. Also there are a handful of places that are open late in case you're hungry late at night. Although UT has a mixed collection of places to eat, try not to eat out everyday because it tends to get pricey. So if you get a meal plan somewhere, don't forget about it. You'll find out various clubs and organizations offer free food at their first couple of meetings. Free food should not be ignored in college.
What’s there to do for fun at your college?
UT has assortment of different organizations and clubs whether it is cultural, athletic, academic, or just for personal interests. Getting involved in these clubs and organizations provides a lot of fun things to do like socials, parties, and various things. If you ever get the opportunity, go to a football game. Honestly I'm not the biggest football fan but UT college football games are just something else. Visit Town Lake for kayaking, Downtown Austin for shopping etc., and the food trailers. Let's not forget about UT's party scene. It's also fun making new friends and just hanging out with them.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
UT is general pricey but there are coupons for various things on and off campus so keep a look out. There are a few fast food locations with dollar menus near campus.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus
Before final exams, typically students on both sides of the streets will carry foam swords and have sword fights during the red lights. Its fun and somewhat of a stress reliever. Occasionally, a person at the UT Tower will play a song with the bells. Songs have ranged from Lady Gaga to UT's fight song. During the school year, there is a time when all the fraternities and sororities will wear neon colors to celebrate something. During the spring semester, UT holds an event to celebrate Holi, a Hindu holiday, where hundreds of students will gather on the front lawn and throw colored powder and water at each other for fun.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
UT is great for students who want a steady balance between their social life and academic life.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
The diversity of the clubs and activities comes from the vast amount of students at UT. Take the time to visit all the club tables during the school year that interest you and learn more. My advice with clubs is to seriously commit to a few rather than becoming not so active members of many clubs.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
I don't know about the Greek Life except its huge at UT so don't be surprised.
How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?
The UT campus strives to keep their students safe by sending out UT Safety Alerts whenever a potential crime is occurring. Also, the campus requires all its students to take an online course and learn about the possible dangers of drinking irresponsibly.
UT has so much to offer to every kind of student. UT has a balance between social opportunities and academic opportunities. With more than 40,000 undergraduate students, the school provides so much diversity.
Quickly adapt to the college system. Your first year may well be the hardest year for you because of adjustment issues. Use your first year to cushion your GPA for the harder courses you'll have to take in your later years. In terms of classes and professors, the best way to choose between them is word of mouth and course rating websites. Unfortunately at UT, your GPA will be reflective on professor you choose so be wise during registration. Unless your classes require new textbooks, try to find used textbooks or earlier editions because most likely the textbooks aren't different at all. In high school you may have gotten away with procrastination but you won't in college. Working a little everyday is so much easier than working a lot in a few days. Talking to your professor during lecture and office hours will help you in some way whether it is getting that letter of recommendation for various applications or possibly bumping that GPA up at the end. Lastly, set your priorities straight but also enjoy your time in college. There are really a ton of events, organizations, restaurants, etc. so take advantage of them.
There is a large range of difficulty in courses at UT. I think that a lot of the difficulty comes from all that UT has to offer such as the diversity of events. Don't get too distracted with UT's culture. Overall, if you put in a little effort in your work everyday then you'll be just fine. There are going to be classes that are just hard but don't let that discourage you and try your best.
The dorm itself may not be that nice most of the fun of dorm life comes from all the other students living near you and meeting them. All dorms have resident assistants or older students who take care of you so don't hesitate to seek help from them. Also no matter what dorm you choose, the rooms are for the most part not spacious. I would advise picking a dorm your freshman year rather than an apartment just for the experience.
If you tolerated high school cafeteria food, then eating college cafeteria food will be more than just okay. Outside of campus, UT has loads of restaurants that cover foods across the world so try new places. Also there are a handful of places that are open late in case you're hungry late at night. Although UT has a mixed collection of places to eat, try not to eat out everyday because it tends to get pricey. So if you get a meal plan somewhere, don't forget about it. You'll find out various clubs and organizations offer free food at their first couple of meetings. Free food should not be ignored in college.
UT has assortment of different organizations and clubs whether it is cultural, athletic, academic, or just for personal interests. Getting involved in these clubs and organizations provides a lot of fun things to do like socials, parties, and various things. If you ever get the opportunity, go to a football game. Honestly I'm not the biggest football fan but UT college football games are just something else. Visit Town Lake for kayaking, Downtown Austin for shopping etc., and the food trailers. Let's not forget about UT's party scene. It's also fun making new friends and just hanging out with them.
UT is general pricey but there are coupons for various things on and off campus so keep a look out. There are a few fast food locations with dollar menus near campus.
Before final exams, typically students on both sides of the streets will carry foam swords and have sword fights during the red lights. Its fun and somewhat of a stress reliever. Occasionally, a person at the UT Tower will play a song with the bells. Songs have ranged from Lady Gaga to UT's fight song. During the school year, there is a time when all the fraternities and sororities will wear neon colors to celebrate something. During the spring semester, UT holds an event to celebrate Holi, a Hindu holiday, where hundreds of students will gather on the front lawn and throw colored powder and water at each other for fun.
UT is great for students who want a steady balance between their social life and academic life.
The diversity of the clubs and activities comes from the vast amount of students at UT. Take the time to visit all the club tables during the school year that interest you and learn more. My advice with clubs is to seriously commit to a few rather than becoming not so active members of many clubs.
I don't know about the Greek Life except its huge at UT so don't be surprised.
The UT campus strives to keep their students safe by sending out UT Safety Alerts whenever a potential crime is occurring. Also, the campus requires all its students to take an online course and learn about the possible dangers of drinking irresponsibly.