For All Undergraduate Families

UT Austin has a myriad of resources designed to support student success. Whether your student is a freshman, a senior, or somewhere in between, the resources on this page are intended to help all Longhorns.

About the University of Texas at Austin

The University’s core webpages offer a great introduction to the Forty Acres. Visit the UT Austin home page and explore the About, Academics, Admissions & Aid, Campus & Community, Research, Athletics and News.

Academic & Career Support

Campus Career Fair Calendar

A calendar of on-campus career fairs.

Disability and Access

Guidance for parents to help encourage students to take an active role in securing academic accommodations.

Graduation Help Desk

A resource for students to stay on track to graduate on time.

Internal Transfer (Changing Majors)

Provides internal transfer information for current undergraduates interested in changing majors.

On-Campus Career Centers

Scroll down to find a list of all campus career centers.

Sanger Learning Center (SLC)

UT Austin’s main resource for academic support including one-on-one and drop-in tutoring and classes and workshops.

Student Conduct and Academic Integrity

The office responsible for the administration and facilitation of the student conduct process through a fair and objective process.

Texas Career Engagement

A campus-wide resource supporting companies and organizations recruiting at UT.

Texas Interdisciplinary Plan (TIP) Scholars

A small academic community for first-year students admitted to the College of Natural Sciences.

University Ombuds Offices

An impartial third party that listens to student concerns.

Vick Advising Excellence Center

A resource for all students who are exploring majors and careers, as well as undeclared students enrolled in the School of Undergraduate Studies.

Withdrawing from the University

Information about how to withdraw from the University.

Campus Life

Academic Calendar

Important academic dates, such as when classes begin, tuition deadlines, finals and vacation/time off.

Amazon@UTexas

A secure and convenient location to pick up and return Amazon orders.

BikeUT

Resources for cyclists, including bike registration, the Orange Bike Project and MetroBike bike sharing.

HornsLink

Students can browse thousands of student organizations to find their fit on campus.

Longhorn Auto Assistance Program (LAAP)

Offers free jump starts and locked key assists to anyone parked within the LAAP service area.

My UT

Students can access University systems and view real-time data including What I Owe, financial aid notifications, and registration guidance (UT EID & password required).

New Student Services's 'Getting Involved'

A great list of resources for students to find ways to get involved.

Office of the Dean of Students (DoS)

DoS provides a variety of student support services along with opportunities for leadership experience.

Parking & Transportation Services (PTS)

PTS oversees campus parking and transportation services.

Recreational Sports

Includes seven indoor and outdoor recreation facilities and six program areas to promote student health.

Sorority and Fraternity Life

Provides support services and more to sororities and fraternities.

Texas Athletics: The Big Ticket

A single ticket gives UT students access to all home, regular season Texas Athletics events.

University Events Calendar

A guide to campus events.

University Housing and Dining (UHD)

UHD oversees 15 on-campus residence halls and University apartments as well as campus restaurants, coffee shops and convenience stores.

UT Maps

An interactive campus map.

UT Shuttles

One of the largest university shuttle systems in the country that provides free transport for UT students.

Colleges & Schools

Cockrell School of Engineering

Undergraduate program information.

College of Education

Resources for current students.

College of Fine Arts

Resources for current students.

College of Liberal Arts

Resources for current students.

College of Natural Sciences

 Undergraduate program information.

College of Pharmacy

Pre-Pharmacy Pathway.

Jackson School of Geosciences

Undergraduate program information.

McCombs School of Business

Undergraduate program information.

Moody College of Communication

Information specifically for parents/families.

School of Architecture

Undergraduate program information.

School of Information

Resources for current students.

School of Nursing

Resources for current students.

Steve Hicks School of Social Work

Resources for current students.

Courses & Registration

Course Schedules

A list of the courses offered in a semester, including days, times and instructors.

FAQs About Registration

Frequently asked questions about the course registration process.

Interactive Degree Audit (IDA)

Provides students with a report of their progress toward completion of the requirements for a specific program/degree.

Registration Information Sheet

Lists a student's addresses, advising information, access times and registration bars.

Health & Well-being

Academic Blue Student Health Insurance

A student health insurance plan sponsored by The University of Texas System and offered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas.

Behavior Concerns Advice Line (BCAL)

A 24/7 advice line, providing students an opportunity to discuss their concerns about another individual's behavior. Trained staff members will assist callers in exploring available options and strategies, along with providing appropriate guidance and resource referrals.

Center for Students in Recovery (CSR)

A supportive community where students in recovery and in hope of recovery can achieve academic success while enjoying a genuine college experience free from alcohol and other drugs.

Counseling and Mental Health Center (CMHC)

Parents/families may be unsure what to expect for their student and what the transition to college means for their family. CMHC can help. 

Crisis Resources for Students

Includes the CMHC's 24-hour confidential service for students to talk with trained counselors about urgent concerns as well as other emergency service information.

Longhorn TIES Neurodiversity Support

Longhorn TIES (Transition, Illuminate, Empower, Success) seeks to enhance the student experience for students who identify as neurodivergent.

Longhorn Wellness Center

Helps UT students get and stay healthy with a variety of resources.

Medical Care, Power of Attorney & Privacy Laws

An informational PDF about student health information disclosure at UHS and general privacy laws.

Medical Withdrawal and Course Load Reduction

Information about withdrawing from the University or reducing course load due to medical or mental health problems.

Student Emergency Services (SES)

Provides assistance to students and their families during difficult or emergency situations.

Thrive at UT

Thrive at UT is a free app designed to enhance UT student well-being and help students navigate through challenging times.

TimelyCare

TimelyCare is a virtual mental health and well-being platform for currently enrolled UT Austin students and provides support in over 240 languages.

UHS Nurse Advice Line

A 24-hour advice line students can call for advice on how to care for an illness or injury at home or guidance about whether and when to see a healthcare provider.

University Health Services (UHS)

Information specifically for parents/families.

Off-Campus Resources

aUsTinite Events

An initiative that encourages and empowers off-campus students to get involved with their community, both on campus and in Austin.

Capital Metro

Students ride free on Austin's regional public transportation provider, servicing many parts of Austin.

CapMetro Airport Service

Bus service to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport with convenient on-campus stops.

CapMetro Trip Planner

Enter your location and desired destination for bus route options, schedules and a map.

Off-Campus Living Resources

A website that provides resources, programming and community for UT students living off campus.

Out-of-State and International Students

International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS)

Services, support, information and programs to ensure International Longhorns get the most out of their on-campus experience.

Texas Residency

Understanding residency status.

Privacy

eProxy

Authorization for parents/guardians to make payments on your student's behalf.

Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)

Understanding FERPA at UT Austin.

Senior Section

Commencement

Information about the University-wide commencement ceremony and college and school convocations.

Graduate FAQs

Answers to questions about eligibility, ceremony information, attire (cap & gown regalia) and tickets.

Official Class Ring

Learn the history of the class ring and how to purchase.

Senior Countdown

Students commit to graduate on time and receive help getting the classes they need and more.

Texas Exes

Learn about the membership benefits for alumni.

Texas Parents Brick Pavers

Honor your Longhorn with a lasting tribute on campus.

Transcripts & Other Records

Order official and unofficial University transcripts/enrollment certification.

University Co-op Graduation Department

Your one-stop shop for regalia, announcements and more.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Cost & Tuition Rates

A summary of expenses that are determined by the institution (tuition) and expenses that are flexible based on student choices.

Disbursement of Private Scholarships

Information about applying private scholarships to your student's financial aid.

Hazlewood Exemption

Students who qualify under the Hazlewood Act are exempted from paying tuition and required fees, provided such students are enrolled in state-funded courses.

HireUTexas powered by Handshake

Students can browse part-time, seasonal and summer jobs of all kinds (including work study), on-campus or in the Austin metro area.

How to Pay Tuition with Financial Aid

A quick video showing how to pay tuition with financial aid.

IRS Educational Tax Credits and Deductions

Information about IRS Form 1098-T, 1098-E and more.

Longhorn Fixed Tuition

An optional tuition program available only to undergraduate students enrolling at UT Austin for the first time.

Paying Tuition with a Texas Prepaid Tuition Plan

Includes Texas Guaranteed Tuition Plan and Texas Tuition Promise Fund.

Student Accounts Receivable (SAR)

The department which prepares tuition statements, issues student tuition/account bills, collects tuition and more.

Student Veteran Services

A resource for using federal and state veterans education benefits.

Texas One Stop

A website for everything related to registering for classes, financial aid, paying bills, ordering transcripts and more!

Tuition Reductions

Detailed information on tuition exemptions, waivers, third-party billing, Texas Guaranteed Tuition Plan and more.

UT Leadership
Miscellaneous

McCombs Parents Council

Get involved with McCombs.

PACE: Path to Admission through Co-Enrollment

The PACE program offers alternate entrance to UT Austin to select students.

Restrict Directory Info

Students can restrict information listed in the public directory (UT EID & password required).

TEXAS Undergraduate College Parents & Friends

Information specifically for parents and families.

Update Official Student Address

Students can update their address on file with the University.

UT Lingo

Learn common phrases and acronyms used at UT.

UT Mobile Apps

MyUT Austin App and Texas Longhorns App for iPhone and Android.

UT Offices

An A-Z listing of all UT Austin offices.