The University of Texas at Austin

What is the cost of studying for a year at The University of Texas at Austin?

UT Austin's published undergraduate tuition differs sharply by residency. In 2025-26 reporting, average full-time undergraduate tuition was $11,688 for Texas residents and $44,816 for nonresidents. Program, course-load, and entry-year rules can affect an individual bill, so these figures are planning benchmarks rather than quotes for every student.

• Texas-resident undergraduate tuition, 2025-26 average: $11,688.
• Nonresident undergraduate tuition, 2025-26 average: $44,816.
• Reported annual room and board: $15,420; books and supplies: $724.

Adding the reported room-and-board and book allowances to the respective tuition figures produces illustrative subtotals of $27,832 for residents and $61,052 for nonresidents. These are not complete cost-of-attendance estimates: transportation, personal expenses, and any applicable course or program charges must also be considered. Students living off campus may spend more or less than the reported room-and-board amount.

Aid changes the comparison. Reported average net price - the cost after grant and scholarship aid - for families with annual income of $48,000 or less was $14,297; the reported figure for families above $110,000 was $30,082. Those are averages for the relevant reporting groups, not offers to applicants. Eligible students can seek federal grants and loans, Texas and university aid, and scholarships by completing the applicable financial-aid applications and meeting published priority deadlines. Veterans and dependents should ask the university's military-benefits staff how their particular education benefits apply.

What are the work-study opportunities at The University of Texas at Austin?

Eligible UT Austin students can pursue Federal Work-Study and other part-time student jobs. Federal Work-Study is need-based financial aid earned through paid work; it is not a grant paid automatically with the aid offer, and an award does not itself secure a position.

Students may also find university jobs that do not require Work-Study eligibility. Positions can include office, library, recreation, and research-related work, with availability and qualifications varying by department. UT Austin's student employment and career resources provide job-search channels; students should check a posting's eligibility, hours, and application process. An internship is a separate academic or career opportunity and is not required of every UT Austin student.

Career services available to undergraduates include individual and group advising, major and career exploration, résumé preparation, interview practice, job-search tools, employer events, and career fairs. Students seeking field-specific experience can also ask their academic department how internships or research positions fit their degree plan.