This post explains what the Coordinated Admissions Program (CAP) is and who should reconsider it. Understand key details about eligibility, major selection, campus choices, and common pitfalls.
Read MoreWhat rank and test scores do you need to be competitive for admission to UT-Austin especially for highly selective majors like Business, Engineering, and Computer Science?
Read MoreThis post reveals how once-helpful communities like Reddit’s A2C have become sources of stress, misinformation, and toxic competition.
Read MorePractical advice for high school freshmen and sophomores on coursework, strategically approaching SAT/ACT exams, building a meaningful resume, choosing summer programs wisely, and making effective college visits.
Read MoreThis article critically examines why recommendation letters rarely influence admissions outcomes and often create unnecessary stress for applicants. Understand when letters might matter and why most applicants shouldn’t stress about them.
Read MoreI share updated tips and statistics for high school seniors applying to the McCombs School of Business and Canfield Business Honors (CBHP)
Read MoreThis post clarifies misconceptions by explaining UT's admissions process, distinguishing it from selective private universities known for controversial practices. Learn why Asian students remain strongly represented at UT and how discussing cultural identity can benefit your application, despite concerns arising from broader national admissions issues.
Read MoreThis article outlines key similarities and differences in the homeschool admissions process. Explore how accelerated curricula, community college courses, standardized tests, documentation requirements, and recommendation letters influence homeschool applicants.
Read MoreThis article explains why essay examples often mislead rather than guide students. From unrealistic expectations caused by survivorship bias to missing critical application context, reading too many examples can heighten confusion and anxiety.
Read MoreLearn why using AI tools like ChatGPT often backfires, how students commonly misjudge their essays, and why genuine, thoughtful writing remains essential, even in an era dominated by artificial intelligence.
Read MoreThis article clarifies common misconceptions about UT's Early Action process, its recent history, and the limited impact on admission outcomes.
Read MoreThis post explores why CS admissions has become so selective, outlines emerging concerns about the job market, and highlights strong alternative majors at UT that align with tech and data-focused careers.
Read MoreThis article unpacks UT’s Personal Achievement Index system and exposes the flaws of holistic review, including inconsistency, reviewer bias, and inequity. Learn why even the most qualified applicants face unpredictable results.
Read MoreLearn how UT-Austin's admissions have become dramatically more competitive over the past 25 years—from a 75% acceptance rate to just 17% today—and discover four key reasons driving the surge in applications and selectivity.
Read MoreThis post breaks down UT-Austin’s limited merit-based scholarships and Forty Acres Scholars Program (FASP). It covers its unpredictable selection process and provides application and essay tips. Learn what scholarships exist—and why most students won’t get them.
Read MoreUT-Austin’s STEM honors programs are some of it’s most desirable. Kevin Martin provides insights and essay examples for applicants to Engineering Honors, Electrical/Computer Engineering Honors, CS Turing Scholars, Texas Honors Electrical and Computer Engineering and Business (Texas ECB), and Texas Honors Computer Science and Business (Texas CSB).
Read MoreRarely does a UT-Austin admissions cycle proceed without a significant procedural error, miscommunication failure, or institutional misstep. Here are UT’s biggest blunders since 2013.
Read MoreUT-Austin changed their supplement in Fall 2025 that asks students to discuss one activity that makes them proudest. Consult these real admitted student essay examples and eleven tips to help you write your best supplement.
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