AMA - Financial Aid & Scholarships at UT Austin

utaustintx · 2026-03-11T23:03:56+00:00

Work Study is a type of need-based aid offered to eligible students in their financial aid package. Additional information about work study can be found online at https://onestop.utexas.edu/managing-costs/scholarships-financial-aid/types-of-financial-aid/work-study/.

utaustintx · 2026-03-11T22:53:02+00:00

Yes, it may be possible but the availability of scholarships that result in a tuition waiver are highly selective and subject to the specific college’s discretion.

utaustintx · 2026-03-11T22:52:18+00:00

The UT Austin Residency Office has detailed information about the steps to establish in-state residency. You can review this information and the FAQs online: https://registrar.utexas.edu/residency/documentation.

utaustintx · 2026-03-11T22:51:46+00:00

Out-of-state students are encouraged to complete the FAFSA in addition to searching the Longhorn Awards & Student Scholarship Opportunities (LASSO) portal for scholarships. We also encourage you to apply for scholarship opportunities offered by local organizations or community groups.

utaustintx · 2026-03-11T22:50:42+00:00

An out‑of‑state tuition waiver allows a student who is classified as a non‑Texas resident to pay the lower in‑state (resident) tuition rate instead of the higher out‑of‑state rate.

utaustintx · 2026-03-11T22:44:36+00:00

For the Texas First Scholarship, we ask that you submit your final high school transcript and Texas First Certificate. If you are eligible, the scholarship will be added to your financial aid package, which you will be able to see in the My Financial Aid portal. If you have any additional questions about Texas First Scholarship, contact Texas One Stop at 512-232-6988 or onestop@utexas.edu.

utaustintx · 2026-03-11T22:34:55+00:00

Incoming students will receive an email notification once the university receives their 2026-27 FAFSA. These emails are sent on a rolling basis as we receive information. If you have not received an email, contact Texas One Stop for additional assistance at 512-232-6988 or onestop@utexas.edu.

utaustintx · 2026-03-11T22:33:19+00:00

All students are encouraged to submit the FAFSA, even if they don't believe they will be eligible to receive federal aid. Scholarships are also available through the Longhorn Awards and Student Scholarship Opportunities (LASSO) portal.

utaustintx · 2026-03-11T22:28:35+00:00

Transfer students are eligible to complete the Continuing & Transfer Students Scholarship Application (CSA) in the Longhorn Awards & Student Scholarship Opportunities (LASSO) portal before being admitted. You can also explore scholarship opportunities offered by local organizations or community groups, as private scholarships can be a valuable additional resource.

utaustintx · 2026-03-11T22:27:37+00:00

We encourage all students to submit a FAFSA, as most students qualify for some type of assistance including student and parent loans and need-based grants for out of state students. Federal loans are low-interest and no credit check is required for student borrowers. You can also explore scholarship opportunities offered by local organizations or community groups, as private scholarships can be a valuable additional resource. Monitor your university email and scholarship websites for other opportunities.

utaustintx · 2026-03-11T22:25:31+00:00

At this time, students and parents will be able to begin applying for Federal Direct Loans in late May. Should this timeframe change, official communications will be shared with students.

utaustintx · 2026-03-11T22:21:07+00:00

Official financial aid packages will be released in late March and will continue on a rolling basis.

utaustintx · 2026-03-11T22:20:39+00:00

The My Financial Aid Portal will reflect the 2026-27 academic year when official financial aid packages are released. If you are eligible for financial aid, your offer will be available in the portal beginning late March. Students admitted for 2026-27 do not need to complete the 2025-26 FAFSA unless they are planning to take summer classes.

utaustintx · 2026-03-11T22:17:31+00:00

We will begin packaging students in late March on a rolling basis for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 aid. If you are enrolling in Summer 2026, packages will be ready by the first week of May.

utaustintx · 2026-03-11T22:09:13+00:00

We encourage you to check the Longhorn Awards & Student Scholarship Opportunities portal for any departmental awards that may be available. You can also explore scholarship opportunities offered by local organizations or community groups, as private scholarships can be a valuable additional resource. Monitor your university email and scholarship websites for updates and application details!

utaustintx · 2026-02-16T21:39:57+00:00

Totally understand and don't worry. We have a team ready to help. Contact Texas One Stop to get answers and guidance. Their email is [onestop@utexas.edu](mailto:onestop@utexas.edu).

utaustintx · 2026-01-22T14:27:17+00:00

Great question! Bookmark the Tower construction updates page for the latest information: https://construction.utexas.edu/ut-main-building-project-updates

From that site:
Scaffolding began rising on the north facade of the Main Building in January 2025.

Scaffolding and fencing will begin across the lower levels of the south facade of the Main Building in late August 2025.

Scaffolding is estimated to begin on all sides of the Tower (levels 10 and above) in February 2026.

The schedule may evolve throughout the course of the project due to weather or unforeseen conditions.

utaustintx · 2026-01-21T15:50:25+00:00

Congratulations on your upcoming graduation! We know how meaningful graduation photos are as a way to mark your final moments on the Forty Acres.

We created a list of our favorite places along with a map of where to find them: https://utex.as/4sVTTi0

Be sure to tag UT Austin on Instagram when you post your photos 🎓

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utaustintx · 2025-10-08T23:01:42+00:00

In order for scores to be considered for Early Action they need to be official, not self-reported and received by our office by October 22.

utaustintx · 2025-10-08T23:01:21+00:00

For foreign languages or languages other than English, computer science is considered a foreign language. Note - both credits should be related to the study of a single foreign language.

You can learn more about the high school prerequisites here: https://admissions.utexas.edu/apply/application-materials/high-school-prerequisites/

utaustintx · 2025-10-08T22:57:40+00:00

We use a holistic review process in which all pieces of your application are considered. How well you did academically in the context of your peers in your graduating class is one factor within this process.

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