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Living the Longhorn Life
Life as a graduate student at The University of Texas at Austin means receiving a world class education in top-ranked programs, having access to premium health and wellness resources, the opportunity to join 1,300+ student organizations and more- all while living in Austin, Texas.
Campus Life
Campus life at UT Austin is just as dynamic as the people who live, work and learn here.
Career & Professional Development
Access career and professional development resources, such as workshops, training, recruitment fairs and more.
Families & Childcare
There are a number of resources, policies and staff at UT Austin to assist graduate student parents.
Health & Wellness
UT Austin offers many resources to keep students at their peak mentally and physically.
Housing & Transportation
Graduate students have several options for where they live, along with multiple ways to get around campus and the city.
Student Organizations
Learn how you can get involved with student organizations on campus, such as the Graduate Student Assembly.
Meet our Graduate Student Community
Graduate students at The University of Texas at Austin are changing the world. They're transforming health care through research and technology, working to find energy solutions and helping to deepen our sense of history and culture. What will you do as a graduate student?
Get Involved as a Grad Student
The Graduate Student Assembly (GSA) at UT Austin serves as the voice of graduate students to UT administrators, staff and faculty, as well as to the Texas Legislature. The GSA provides a plethora of opportunities to enrich the graduate student experience at UT.
You can get involved by attending GSA meetings every other Wednesday from 5:30-6:30 p.m. in the Legislative Assembly Room in WCP 2.302 or via Zoom. Visit the GSA website to learn more.
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@utaustingradschoolXinyue “Sally” You has always been interested in why people behave and interact the way they do, especially as it relates to immersive technology. Sally will begin her second year as a Ph.D.
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@utaustingradschoolMercy Sosanya (Nutritional Sciences Ph.D., ’24) spent nearly a decade of her life exploring the issue of nutrition in her home country of Nigeria before beginning her doctoral program at UT Austin.
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@utaustingradschoolFaith Deckard, Sociology Ph.D. graduate, has focused her research on better understanding how people and their families navigate the criminal legal system and its aftermath.
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@utaustingradschoolAustin has again been ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. by @usnews.
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@utaustingradschoolAnd that’s a wrap on this year’s commencement celebrations! We had the best time celebrating with you all. Congratulations 2024 grads - you did it! 🎓🤘 #UTGrad24
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@utaustingradschoolThe highest level of education, the highest level of achievement. You did it, doctors! Today marks the beginning of a new chapter for you all as you go off to continue to change the world as a UT Grad! 🤘 So proud of all of our doctoral graduates today!
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@utaustingradschoolCongratulations to our 2024 Master’s Graduates!! 🎓 We had a full house this morning celebrating these amazing students. Keep tagging us in your photos so we can share you on our Instagram story. Hook ‘em! 🤘
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@utaustingradschoolGraduate School Convocation is just 24 hours away! We’ve posted “Know Before You Go” tips in our Instagram stories and Highlights on our profile. Some key takeaways for grads include:
🧡 Check in begins 1.5 hours before the ceremony
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@utaustingradschoolThe Graduate School has announced the 2024 winners of its professional and student awards. The awards recognize excellence in graduate academics, teaching and professional services.
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Life in Austin is like no other. Experience live music, film and art, take a dip in the spring-fed waters of Barton Springs Pool or a hike along the Greenbelt, enjoy year-round sunshine and sample some of the best food in Texas.Graduate Student Events
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Event StatusScheduledThursday August 8, 2024, 12:00 pm - 1:30 pmVirtualCome to one of our virtual information sessions and learn about the doctoral program at the Steve Hicks School of Social Work, including the admission process.
Event StatusScheduledFriday August 23, 2024, 8:00 am - 4:30 pmTexas Union (UNB)Each fall, the Graduate School presents an orientation designed specifically for new graduate students. This year's orientation will be held in-person on Friday, August 23, 2024.
Event StatusScheduledThursday September 12, 2024, 5:00 pm - 6:30 pmVirtualCome to one of our virtual information sessions and learn about the doctoral program at the Steve Hicks School of Social Work, including the admission process.
Event StatusScheduledThursday September 19, 2024, 2:00 pm - 5:00 pmVirtualJoin us for an information session about the iSchool's MSIS, Dual Degree and SLC programs. This session will provide an overview of program requirements and the admissions process.
Event StatusScheduledThursday October 10, 2024, 10:00 am - 11:00 amVirtualJoin us for an information session about the iSchool's MSIS, Dual Degree and SLC programs. This session will provide an overview of program requirements and the admissions process.
Event StatusScheduledThursday November 7, 2024, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pmVirtualJoin us for an information session about the iSchool's MSIS, Dual Degree and SLC programs. This session will provide an overview of program requirements and the admissions process.
