What do you need to do at UT?

Apply, choose your classes, pay for school, or find a place to live. Start with the decision in front of you.

Register and choose classes

How do I register for classes?
Spring 2027 registration runs November 2–13; check RIS for your time and holds.
What classes do I still need?
Updated October 26, 2026: rerun IDA and check unmet and unapplied requirements.
What will my GPA be?
Updated October 26, 2026: weight each included grade by its credit hours.
How do I order a transcript?
Updated October 26, 2026: choose the transcript type, recipient, and delivery method.
When are Fall 2026 finals?
Finals run December 10–12 and 14; use the official schedule for your class.
How do I claim AP credit?
Updated October 26, 2026: match the score to useful credit before petitioning.
How does a Q-drop work?
The Fall 2026 Q-drop deadline is November 18; approval and hour limits apply.
How was each UT course graded?
Compare average GPA, A shares, and historical results by semester.
What are UT’s next deadlines?
Filter 2026–27 registration, payment, Q-drop, break, and exam dates.
How does pass/fail work?
Checked October 28, 2026: CR stays out of your GPA, while an F still counts.
How do summer classes work?
Summer 2027 classes begin June 3 or July 12, depending on the session.

How much does UT cost?
Updated October 26, 2026: separate tuition from the full 2026–27 budget.
Which UT bill needs action?
Updated October 26, 2026: compare What I Owe with My Tuition Bill.
Where can I find a student job?
Updated October 26, 2026: use Workday and distinguish work-study roles.
How do I get financial aid?
Use FAFSA or TASFA, then check My Financial Aid and remaining costs.
How does work-study work?
Checked October 28, 2026: an award is earned through an eligible job.

Who owns West Campus student housing?
Updated July 22, 2026: six properties show how leases and financing interact.
How do I compare West Campus apartments?
Updated October 26, 2026: compare the complete lease, not monthly rent alone.
Do I qualify for SMART Housing?
Updated October 26, 2026: establish eligibility before comparing lease costs.
How do I find a UT building?
Updated October 26, 2026: resolve the building code before planning the route.
Which UT dorm should I choose?
Compare 2026–27 room, bath, meal, location, and nine-month cost options.
Which apartment near UT fits me?
Updated October 26, 2026: compare the exact room, lease, fees, and commute.
Where can I park in West Campus?
Updated October 26, 2026: compare streets, permits, and private garages.
Which UT parking permit do I need?
Compare 2026–27 eligibility, prices, access hours, and overnight rules.
How do I check a UT sublease?
Updated October 26, 2026: verify consent and the complete remaining cost.
Can I rent near UT for under $1,000?
Compare private rooms, shared rooms, fees, and the full lease cost.
How do I get home at night?
Checked October 28, 2026: compare Sure Walk and UT Night Rides hours.

What is UT’s acceptance rate?
Updated October 26, 2026: Fall 2025 is the latest complete official cohort.
What is UT’s transfer acceptance rate?
Updated October 26, 2026: compare the Fall 2025 cohort with application rules.
What is McCombs’ acceptance rate?
Updated October 26, 2026: the 2025 BBA pool is separate from other routes.
Where does McCombs rank?
Updated October 26, 2026: keep each program, publisher, year, and tie together.
How do I plan a business minor?
Updated October 26, 2026: follow the 2026–28 courses and prerequisites.
How do I apply to Canfield?
Updated October 26, 2026: choose the first-year or sophomore route.
When is UT’s application due?
Fall 2027 first-year applications are due December 1, 2026.
Which McCombs major should I choose?
Compare business majors, degree plans, Canfield, and the accounting program.
Which majors can I study at UT?
Search programs by college and degree, then open the official requirements.
How do I change my major?
Checked October 28, 2026: use the internal-transfer route for another college.
What does each college require for internal transfer?
Compare entry terms, GPA, residence hours, courses, and extra steps.

How does pass/fail work at UT Austin?
Who qualifies, how CR changes your GPA, and the grading deadline.
How do I change my major at UT Austin?
The application windows, credit limits, and form that finishes your major change.
How do summer classes work at UT Austin?
The four summer sessions, tuition timing, and six-hour aid threshold.
How does work-study work at UT Austin?
Find an eligible job or request an award, then turn the offer into a weekly schedule.
How do I get home from UT Austin at night?
Sure Walk, UT Lyft rides, service areas, and the October 31 closure.

What are UT Austin’s core curriculum and flag requirements?
The 42-hour core, retired university Flags, and the audit that shows what remains.
What is the UT Signature Course, and how do I pick one?
Compare UGS 302 and 303, make backups, and register for an open section.
Can I double major at UT Austin?
The 30-hour starting point, two-college plan, and second-major application.
What GPA puts me on scholastic probation at UT?
The 2.00 warning line, required course load, and dismissal floors.
How do I withdraw from all my classes at UT?
The college process, fall refund dates, and financial-aid balance to check.

How do UT students get football tickets?
The closed 2026 sale, remaining-game claims for holders, and entry rules.
How do UT meal plans and Dine In Dollars work?
Resident and commuter choices, Dine In Dollars, prices, and expiration dates.
Which UT gyms can students use?
The seven RecSports facilities covered by each current student’s included access.
Do UT students need health insurance?
Who must carry UT SHIP, the 2026–27 cost, and the waiver deadline.
How do I get or replace my UT ID card?
Order your first $20 UT ID, replace a lost card, and know where it works.

How does study abroad work at UT Austin?
Program types, course credit, application steps, and when to start.
Which honors programs does UT Austin have?
Plan II, Canfield BHP, CNS honors, other choices, and each admission route.
How does credit by exam work at UT beyond AP scores?
CLEP and UT exams, placement versus credit, fees, and the final petition.
When and how do I apply to graduate from UT Austin?
College deadlines, the degree check, application steps, and what happens next.
How does Texas residency for in-state tuition work at UT?
The four residency routes, 12-month rule, questionnaire, documents, and review.

How much is a room in West Campus for 2027–28?
Private-room prices with the same rate year and payment count.
Is a shorter walk to UT worth extra rent?
Compare estimated walks to your part of campus.
How often do UT classes give an A?
Grade patterns by course subject, level, and term.
Which West Campus fees will I pay besides rent?
See which charges repeat and which depend on your contract.

These guides use UT’s own policies, grade data, and housing prices. Each guide explains its sources and when they were checked.