The University of Texas at Austin has some of the best lectures in the world! It's surrounded by the wonderful Austin culture, and beautiful scenery. It's a tough and rigorous school, with loving teachers and friendly students.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
Do not forget to create a professional UT e-mail. It is important to separate work and play. The buses in Austin are your friend, some even run until 2 in the morning! Tight on money? Many clubs offer free food in meetings and there is an app on both android and iphone called "Hooked" to help students find great deals. Never trust a printer. Always print your essays the night before or earlier. The University Co-op on campus is extremely expensive, so seek alternative ways to purchase your books before going there. You are what you eat, so don't forget to eat healthy or your grades could suffer. Lastly, please seek help. Don't be afraid to ask your professor, friends, or peers a question.
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
UT's academic rigor depends on what major you're going into, but each college is harder than your average college. Some classes only require 2 tests, others require constant homework to be done.
Describe the dorm life at your college.
The dorm life is nice. Make sure to pick a dorm that you are comfortable with. For example, Jester is huge, loud, and cramped. Although it is very lively and right next to the PCL (library). Take into account how far you'll have to walk for food, and where the majority of your classes will be. As a communication major you may be better off living in West Campus.
Describe the food and dining at your college.
UT has a ton of dining options and even makes it cheaper by allowing you to pay with a currency called "Bevo Bucks." There are a couple places to eat on campus, like The Union and The SAC which include Taco Cabana, Chick-fil-a, and Wendy's. The two main dining halls are Kins and J2. They are both buffets that serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner. they serve different specialty meals daily, along with burgers, fries, and fresh greens. We are also incredibly fortunate to have restaurants all along Guadalupe.
What’s there to do for fun at your college?
Underneath The Union is a bowling alley and pool hall. It is incredibly cheap and fun if you want to have some wholesome fun. Down passed the river, is Peter Pan golf, which is another activity for people not looking to get crazy. Of course there is 6th street, and wonderful food downtown. There are also tons of free music events going on. Pluckers on Rio Grande has a lot of events as well.
How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?
UT has had some incidents in the past, but we are working towards a better campus. The UT police have almost doubled in size and are patrolling constantly.
The University of Texas at Austin has some of the best lectures in the world! It's surrounded by the wonderful Austin culture, and beautiful scenery. It's a tough and rigorous school, with loving teachers and friendly students.
Do not forget to create a professional UT e-mail. It is important to separate work and play. The buses in Austin are your friend, some even run until 2 in the morning! Tight on money? Many clubs offer free food in meetings and there is an app on both android and iphone called "Hooked" to help students find great deals. Never trust a printer. Always print your essays the night before or earlier. The University Co-op on campus is extremely expensive, so seek alternative ways to purchase your books before going there. You are what you eat, so don't forget to eat healthy or your grades could suffer. Lastly, please seek help. Don't be afraid to ask your professor, friends, or peers a question.
UT's academic rigor depends on what major you're going into, but each college is harder than your average college. Some classes only require 2 tests, others require constant homework to be done.
The dorm life is nice. Make sure to pick a dorm that you are comfortable with. For example, Jester is huge, loud, and cramped. Although it is very lively and right next to the PCL (library). Take into account how far you'll have to walk for food, and where the majority of your classes will be. As a communication major you may be better off living in West Campus.
UT has a ton of dining options and even makes it cheaper by allowing you to pay with a currency called "Bevo Bucks." There are a couple places to eat on campus, like The Union and The SAC which include Taco Cabana, Chick-fil-a, and Wendy's. The two main dining halls are Kins and J2. They are both buffets that serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner. they serve different specialty meals daily, along with burgers, fries, and fresh greens. We are also incredibly fortunate to have restaurants all along Guadalupe.
Underneath The Union is a bowling alley and pool hall. It is incredibly cheap and fun if you want to have some wholesome fun. Down passed the river, is Peter Pan golf, which is another activity for people not looking to get crazy. Of course there is 6th street, and wonderful food downtown. There are also tons of free music events going on. Pluckers on Rio Grande has a lot of events as well.
UT has had some incidents in the past, but we are working towards a better campus. The UT police have almost doubled in size and are patrolling constantly.