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With the reinstatement of standardized test scores in admissions, the University of Texas at Austin (UT Austin) is met with several changes this Fall 2025 admissions cycle. So what are they and what do they imply about college admissions as a whole?
Rise in Applicants
This year freshman applicants have shattered UT Austin’s admission records with a 24.3% rise in applicants for Fall 2025, totalling 90,562 applications. In-state applications grew by 12%, while out-of-state applications jumped by 48%. This trend shows the growing appeal of UT Austin among students.
BIPOC Applicant Numbers Consistent with Affirmative Action Years
Unlike other highly selective institutions (MIT, Harvard, etc.), UT Austin maintains the same proportion of Hispanic and Black incoming students since the Supreme Court overturned affirmative action [LINK TO AFFIRMATIVE ACTION ARTICLE]. Paired with the institution’s automatic admissions policy to admit 75% of available Texas resident spaces based on class and school rank, UT Austin is projected to maintain a similar demographic in the upcoming years.
Early Action Program Trends
This year UT Austin announced the return of required standardized testing and an Early Action option where students had to submit their applications by October 15 and would hear back by January 15. Given this new early option, UT Austin started its first waitlist and deferral pathways. Students who apply the regular December 1 deadline will hear back by February 15 while waitlisted students will be notified as early as March 1.
Since 90% of UT Austin freshman admissions come from in-state applicants, those applying from out-of-state can expect to face a more competitive cycle. As such, we highly recommend applicants choose their majors wisely (it would be best if activities and achievements align with the student’s intended majors).
Key Takeaways
- UT Austin is an increasingly popular choice for students to apply to.
- The return of standardized testing and the new Early Action option gave rise to a waitlist. This does not affect the automatic admissions policy.
- The majority of admissions remain for Texas residents.
- We expect an increase in waitlist and deferrals for other prestigious schools too.
