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Classes, dates and grades at UT Austin
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PCL (Perry-Castañeda Library)
With your UT IDEvery day: Open 24 hours
Without a UT IDSun: noon–8 p.m.Mon–Sat: 7 a.m.–8 p.m.
Service deskSun: noon–8:45 p.m.Mon–Thu: 9 a.m.–8:45 p.m.Fri: 9 a.m.–5:45 p.m.Sat: Closed
Architecture and Planning Library
Reading roomSun: noon–9 p.m.Mon–Thu: 9 a.m.–9 p.m.Fri: 9 a.m.–6 p.m.Sat: Closed
Benson Latin American Collection
LibrarySun: ClosedMon–Fri: 9 a.m.–6 p.m.Sat: Closed
Classics Library
LibrarySun: ClosedMon–Fri: 9 a.m.–noon and 1 p.m.–6 p.m.Sat: Closed
Fine Arts Library
LibrarySun: ClosedMon–Fri: 9 a.m.–6 p.m.Sat: Closed
The FoundrySun: ClosedMon–Fri: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.Sat: Closed
Life Science Library
Reading roomsSun: ClosedMon–Fri: 9 a.m.–6 p.m.Sat: Closed
Physics, Math and Astronomy Library
LibraryEvery day: Hours not posted
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- What are UT’s next registration dates and deadlines?Find UT’s 2026–27 registration, payment, Q-drop and exam dates. Filter by semester and student group, with all deadlines in Central Time.
- November 2–13UT Austin course schedule for spring 2027UT’s spring 2027 course schedule lists 4,557 courses in 10,267 sections across 205 subjects. Registration runs November 2–13.
- How was each UT course graded?Look up a UT course to see its average GPA, the share of A’s and how grades changed by semester.
- Dec 14–17When do UT’s Fall 2026 final grades come out?UT instructors must turn in Fall 2026 grades by Dec 14–17, set by your exam day. Check them in View My Grades with your UT EID, and see what # or X means.
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Classes and catalog17
- Claim credit at UT Austin: exam credit and transfer courses
Claim UT Austin exam credit online with your UT EID; it’s $10 a credit hour. Check transfer courses in UT’s ATE system before you enroll.
- Community college classes for the UT Austin core
Match common Texas community college courses to UT Austin core options, then check the exact school and course in UT’s transfer lookup.
- Easiest UT Austin core classes by requirement
Compare Spring 2027 UT Austin core classes by historical A rate, with options for fine arts, social science, math, history and other credits.
- How do I claim AP credit at UT?
UT Austin AP credit isn’t automatic. Choose the course your score supports, check it fits your degree, then petition for $10 per credit hour.
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- How do summer classes work at UT Austin?
UT Austin summer 2027 session dates, registration, tuition timing, and the six-hour threshold for undergraduate financial aid.
- How does credit by exam work at UT beyond AP scores?
UT gives credit for CLEP, IB, language and department exams if you earn the score and petition. Claiming credit costs $10 per credit hour.
- How does pass/fail work at UT Austin?
UT Austin pass/fail rules, CR and GPA effects, eligibility, and the November 18, 2026 undergraduate deadline to change grading.
- How does study abroad work at UT Austin?
Pick a UT program, check how its classes fit your degree, then apply in MyAbroad and to the program. Most summer faculty-led programs list December 1.
- UT Austin math core classes without calculus
Find Spring 2027 UT Austin math core classes in statistics, logic, and general math that do not list calculus as a prerequisite.
- UT Austin natural science core classes by A rate
Compare Spring 2027 UT Austin natural science core courses by A rate, with separate lists for Part I and Part II.
- UT Austin online core classes for Spring 2027
Find Spring 2027 UT Austin online core classes by credit, class time and unique number. Check which web-based sections have in-person exams.
- UT Austin summer programs for high school students
UT Austin summer programs for high school students: costs from free to $4,500, deadlines, and ages. Plus summer session dates for UT students.
- UT Austin visual and performing arts core classes
Compare Spring 2027 visual and performing arts core classes at UT Austin by past A rate and check what each course covers.
- What are UT Austin’s core curriculum and flag requirements?
UT undergraduates need a 42-hour core. The university-wide flag requirement ended in April 2025, so run a fresh degree audit to see what you still need.
- What is the UT Signature Course, and how do I pick one?
The Signature Course is the three-hour first-year requirement, usually UGS 302 or 303. Sections fill fast with no waitlists, so pick several.
- Which honors programs does UT Austin have?
UT has college, major and interdisciplinary honors programs. For fall first-year entry, apply to UT by December 1, then finish honors by December 10.
- Who teaches UT’s introductory courses?
Tenure-line faculty taught 38.65% of lower-division credit hours in fall 2024, down from 41.90% in 2013. The full teaching team matters.
Colleges and majors7
- Can I double major at UT Austin?
Yes. UT calls it a simultaneous major, and it can lead to one degree or two. You need 30 hours at UT, though some programs let you apply sooner.
- How do I change my major at UT Austin?
UT Austin internal transfer steps, credit limits, college requirements, and the December 1 spring-entry deadline for participating majors.
- How does McCombs rank for undergraduate business?
Compare McCombs BBA, specialty, and MBA rankings with the program, publisher, year, tie, and geographic scope kept with each result.
- UT Austin colleges and professors
Every UT Austin college and department, the 4,139 professors and instructors who teach there, the courses each one teaches, and every degree.
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- What does each UT college require for internal transfer?
Compare UT Austin internal transfer entry terms, application windows, GPA, residence hours, courses, and extra application steps by college.
- What is the McCombs acceptance rate?
McCombs reports a 9% BBA acceptance rate for 2025. Canfield’s sophomore round took 32 of 188 in 2026, and internal transfer has its own 3.25 GPA rule.
- Which majors can I study at UT?
Search UT programs by college and degree, compare the choices and find the application requirements for your intended major.
Dates and registration3
- How do I withdraw from all my classes at UT?
Undergraduates leaving all UT classes this fall must see their academic adviser by November 18, 2026. There’s no tuition refund from September 22 on.
- UT Austin logins: which one does what
Your UT EID and Duo sign you in to MyUT, MyStatus, Canvas, What I Owe, RIS, Outlook, Box, and Workday. Here’s where each one is and when you get it.
- When and how do I register for Spring 2027 classes at UT?
UT Austin Spring 2027 registration: Nov 2–13, Dec 14–18 and Jan 7–10. Pick classes in the course schedule, find your RIS time, and pay by your deadline.
Grades and graduation10
- Applying to UT Austin’s Graduate School
UT’s grad school fee is $65 ($90 international). Each program sets its deadline, often Dec 1 for fall. GRE, how to apply, funding.
- How often do UT classes give an A?
In spring 2026, A’s made up 58.1% of the letter grades in the lower-division classes we compared, versus 51.9% in upper-division classes.
- UT Austin December 2026 graduation
UT holds no December 2026 commencement. Your degree is official Dec 19, and your diploma mails within 6–8 weeks. The next ceremony is May 8, 2027.
- UT Austin departments with the highest grades
UT Austin departments with the highest grades. Our pick: Natural Sciences, 3.91 average grade.
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- UT Austin departments with the lowest grades
UT Austin departments with the lowest grades: Engineering Mechanics (3.05 average grade), Economics (3.20), and Aerospace Engineering (3.26).
- UT Austin graduation and retention rates
UT graduates 77.7% of students in 4 years and 89.0% in 6 (fall 2026), and 97.1% return for a second year. Compared with A&M, Tech, Texas State.
- What do I need on the final?
Going into a final worth 20% with 88%, you need 98% to finish with 90%. An 80% takes 48% on the same final.
- What GPA puts me on scholastic probation at UT?
A UT GPA below 2.00 means academic warning, the current name for scholastic probation. While on it, take at least 12 hours unless your dean approves fewer.
- When and how do I apply to graduate from UT Austin?
Apply through your college in the semester you’ll finish your degree. For fall 2026, the deadlines are December 19 in Natural Sciences and December 7 in Liberal Arts.
- When are UT Austin’s Fall 2026 final exams?
UT Austin Fall 2026 finals are Dec 10–12 and 14. Find your exam time by when your class meets, open My Final Exam Schedule, and sort out a conflict.
Admissions and rankings3
- Getting into UT is only the first decision
UT accepted 22.2% of 2025 first-year applicants, while Texas applicants were at 35.9%. Major selection has its own review.
- UT Austin admissions for fall 2027: apply by December 1
Apply to UT Austin for fall 2027 by Dec 1, 2026; documents and scores are due Dec 10. Decisions come by Feb 15; Early Action applicants hear by Jan 15.
- UT Austin rankings for 2027
UT Austin is No. 34 in U.S. News for 2027 (No. 8 public) and tied No. 53 worldwide in Times Higher Education. Undergrad McCombs is No. 6, Cockrell No. 11.
Libraries and study4
- Gear you can borrow at UT Austin libraries
Find calculators, cables, cameras, microphones and creative tools at UT Austin library service desks.
- Public library near UT Austin
Hours and addresses for five Austin Public Library branches, and how to get a free card: bring a photo ID and proof of address if you live in Austin.
- UT Austin library hours: PCL and the campus libraries
PCL is open 24 hours with your UT ID through Nov 21; without one it’s 7 a.m.–8 p.m. Hours for 7 UT libraries, plus Thanksgiving, finals and winter break.
- UT Austin study spots and how to book a room
Book a PCL group study room at UT Austin in 1-hour blocks, up to 4 hours a week per EID. Plus quiet and open study spots across the libraries.
More guides11
- Biggest classes at UT Austin
Biggest classes at UT Austin: UGS 303 (18,422 grades), GOV 310L (17,548), and GOV 312L (17,353). Our pick: NTR 306.
- Easiest classes at UT Austin
Easiest classes at UT Austin: PSY 364 (3.98 average grade), PSY 309 (3.97), and ENS 207L (3.97). Our pick: PSY 364.
- Hardest classes at UT Austin
Hardest classes at UT Austin: C S 429 (2.68 average grade), ECO 420K (2.71), and C S 314 (2.77). Best measured: ECO 420K.
- How do I run and read UT Austin’s degree audit?
Run UT Austin’s degree audit in Texas One Stop and learn how to read remaining requirements, unapplied credit and changes before advising.
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- UT Austin GPA requirements
UT posts no minimum GPA. Top 5% of a Texas class is admitted automatically for fall 2027. Send an SAT or ACT score.
- UT Austin online degrees
UT Austin offers 6 fully online master’s degrees. Computer science, data science, and AI cost $10,000 in tuition; the rest run $20,250–$42,000.
- UT Austin pre-med prerequisite classes to plan for
Plan UT Austin pre-med classes in biology, chemistry, physics, statistics and English using common Texas medical school requirements.
- UT Austin tutoring and academic support: what each service is and what it costs
UT’s Sanger Learning Center tutoring, SI, and coaching are free, in Jester A332. See what the Writing Center and other UT help cost and where to go.
- UT got bigger. Did the classes get bigger too?
UT’s undergraduate population grew 17.1% from 2000 to 2026, while the share of very large counted sections fell from 2011 to 2025.
- What is UT Austin’s transfer acceptance rate?
UT Austin accepted 21.96% of fall 2025 transfer applicants, 2,672 of 12,168; summer and fall applications close March 1, with documents due March 10.
- What will my UT GPA be?
Work out your UT Austin semester or cumulative GPA. On UT’s scale an A is 4.00, A– 3.67, B+ 3.33 and F 0; CR, Q and W stay out of your GPA.