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UT-Austin Computer Science Acceptance Rate and Application Tips
UT-Austin Computer Science Acceptance Rate and Application Tips

It’s no secret - admission to UT CS and Turing is highly competitive. Consider these suggestions to build your best application and maximize your admissions chances.

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Kevin MartinApril 30, 2021Statistics, computer science
UT-Austin Computer Science Class of 2024 Admitted Applicant Essays and Review
UT-Austin Computer Science Class of 2024 Admitted Applicant Essays and Review

Admissions review of a real UT-Austin Computer Science and Turing Scholars applicant with example essays

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Kevin MartinApril 29, 2021profile, computer science
Business Honors Program Admitted Applicant Profile Example
Business Honors Program Admitted Applicant Profile Example

I share an admitted Business Honors Program (BHP) application and essays to shed light on the review process.

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Kevin MartinApril 28, 2021Honors, Profile, Business
Advice for UT-Austin McCombs School of Business Applicants
Advice for UT-Austin McCombs School of Business Applicants

Follow these application tips and strategies to increase your chances of getting into UT’s McCombs School of Business

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Kevin MartinApril 28, 2021Process, Statistics, Business
Are UT-Austin Out-of-State (OOS) applicants at a disadvantage?
Are UT-Austin Out-of-State (OOS) applicants at a disadvantage?

Non-Texans are reporting that applying to UT as an out of state student is becoming more difficult. Is there truth to this observation?

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Kevin MartinApril 27, 2021Process, Application
Admissions Data and Tips for the Cockrell School of Engineering
Admissions Data and Tips for the Cockrell School of Engineering

I share Cockrell School of Engineering admissions statistics, application tips and advice, my recommendations for rank and test scores by major, sharing some client data, and a list of alternatives to Cockrell.

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Kevin MartinApril 27, 2021Statistics
UT-Austin Announces New Degree - Bachelor's in Informatics at the iSchool
UT-Austin Announces New Degree - Bachelor's in Informatics at the iSchool

UT enrolls their first cohort of students in Fall 2021 for a new interdisciplinary major the Bachelors in Informatics in the new iSchool.

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Kevin MartinApril 26, 2021process
Top 6% and Automatic Admissions Doesn't Matter For Most Applicants
Top 6% and Automatic Admissions Doesn't Matter For Most Applicants

Ranking in the top 5% of your class guarantees admission to a handful of less selective non-STEM programs, such as Liberal Arts, Education, Social Work, and Communications. Automatic admission does not provide advantages for popular programs like Business, Engineering, Computer Science, or Natural Sciences.

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Kevin MartinApril 21, 2021Process
Two Admitted UT-Austin Spring Transfer 2020 from ACC Application Examples
Two Admitted UT-Austin Spring Transfer 2020 from ACC Application Examples

Here are two admitted Spring 2020 transfer applications with essays and resume including an ACC to UT example to help guide your transfer strategy.

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Kevin MartinApril 18, 2021Transfer, Profile
Six Examples of Apply Texas Transfer Essay E Issue of Importance
Six Examples of Apply Texas Transfer Essay E Issue of Importance

Most transfer applicants choose to submit for Essay E for their second essay, which requires them to discuss an issue of importance.

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Kevin MartinApril 18, 2021Transfer, Essays
Does attending Austin Community College (ACC) help your external UT-Austin transfer admissions chances?
Does attending Austin Community College (ACC) help your external UT-Austin transfer admissions chances?

No. Taking classes at ACC does not improve or have any influence on your UT-Austin transfer admissions chances.

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Kevin MartinDecember 26, 2020Transfer
Comprehensive Guide for Applying to UT-Austin Honors Programs
Comprehensive Guide for Applying to UT-Austin Honors Programs

An overview and tips for applying to UT’s ten Honors Programs - BHP, Plan II, LAH, Engineering Honors, Turing, Moody Communications, and CNS Honors.

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Kevin MartinJuly 14, 2020Honors, Essays
UT-Austin Fall 2020 First-Time Freshman Client Outcomes and Admissions Statistics
UT-Austin Fall 2020 First-Time Freshman Client Outcomes and Admissions Statistics

UT-Austin Fall 2020 First-Time Freshman Admissions Statistics for Tex Admissions clients. Overview of the essay revision and consultation process and Tex Admissions analytics.

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Kevin MartinJune 24, 2020Process, Results
Admitted Plan II and McCombs Applicant Profile Example
Admitted Plan II and McCombs Applicant Profile Example

Check out this real admitted Plan II and McCombs application to better understand how admissions reviewers assess and score their applicants.

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Kevin MartinJune 16, 2020Honors, Profile
Profile of an Engineering Honors and Plan II Admitted Student
Profile of an Engineering Honors and Plan II Admitted Student

Example of an admitted Plan II and Engineering Honors program application and essays

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Kevin MartinJune 12, 2020Honors, Profile
Coronavirus and College Admissions Essays
Coronavirus and College Admissions Essays

I discuss how you and whether you should discuss Coronavirus in your Common Application and UT-Austin essays.

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Kevin MartinJune 7, 2020Coronavirus, Essays
Texas A&M Engineering and Computer Science Supplement Essay Tips and Examples
Texas A&M Engineering and Computer Science Supplement Essay Tips and Examples

Check out these tips and examples for writing your Texas A&M essay: “Describe your academic and career goals in the broad field of engineering (including computer science, industrial distribution, and engineering technology). What and/or who has influenced you either inside or outside the classroom that contributed to these goals?”

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Kevin MartinJune 5, 2020Essays
Coronavirus (Covid-19) and UT-Austin Admissions
Coronavirus (Covid-19) and UT-Austin Admissions

I share questions that I am considering and exploring to help navigate the effects of the Coronavirus on UT-Austin admissions and campuses nationwide.

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Kevin MartinApril 19, 2020Coronavirus
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