The University of Texas at Austin Top Questions

Describe your favorite campus traditions.

Sydney

The students at The University of Texas at Austin are known for their incredible school spirit. Each and every student "bleeds orange" from the day they walk on to the 40 acres until the day they die. I believe UT has one of the most diverse campuses and it is awesome to watch all 50,000 of us come together because of this one school.

Maria

What isn?t the University of Texas best known for? This university has so much to offer for every type of major and I am so honored to be a part of this school. Many of the colleges are known as one of the top in the United States, such as the McCombs Business School and the College of Communications. They are also known for the diverse culture of Austin. People travel from all over the country to attend this university and it gives the students an opportunity to learn about the other cultures from all around the world.

Nina

The University of Texas at Austin is a brand, an icon, for well known. UT is distinguished by its exemplary academics, large population and campus size, school spirit, burnt-orange and white, and of course the Texas Longhorns sports teams, especially football. Enough said.

William

My school is best known for both football and academics, being world renowned in both but excelling in all academic fields.

Dyami

Texas is widely known for many things. It is an acredited University for my major (architecture), is ranked 5 in architecture schools in the nation, and is also one of the best universities for business. It is also known as being a university that offers a wide variety of majors and also a large variey of people that attend. Aside from excelling in academics, it is also known for its sports program, which 4 of its teams being ranked top 5 during its seasons.

Jacxelyn

My school is best known for its valued professors who are involved in the most recent research in their designated fields. They provide a better perspective and approach for their classes. Since they continually participate in events pertaining to their fields, they teach classes with a lot of enthusiasm.

Kristin

Oh probably football and academiscs. You have to work really hard to get here and then continue to work hard. This isn't a school where you can slack off, even for a second. If you do it could ruin you academically and professionally.

Jeremiah

Our school is best known for teaching and inspiring students that will one day have a large impact on the world in whatever field they choose to persue.

Ansel

UT Austin is a huge research institution, which is both good and bad. There is always opportunities for research and getting involved in student organizations. On the other hand, the sheer size of the university and the funding increasingly poured into construction rather than financial aid can make it seem rather remote and indifferent. Also, Austin remains a diverse and dynamic community that defines the social environment and robust student life on campus.

Brittany

My school is best known for great academic quality, pride in furthering education for everyone, and Longhorn football.

Yelena

My school is very famous for its big ego and its football team. People go nuts on game days. Everyone you see on campus and the streets surrounding it is wearing burnt orange and it seems as if every square inch of ground is covered by tailgates. UT Austin is also known for its rambunctious after-parties.

John

UT-Austin is definitely best known for its athletic program, most notably football. The #2 ranked Longhorns will be playing in the BCS Championship game against #1 ranked Alabama, so that sure would be one of the most intense games all Texas students will be watching. UT may be known as a party school, but it is also considered one of the top public academic institutions. Various colleges, such as the McCombs School of Business and the Cockrell School of Engineering, are one of the top programs in the nation.

Stephanie

My school is best known for our football team and our tradmarked mascot, the Longhorns. We are mostly associated with the colors burnt orange and white. It is also very academically known and several international students come to UT to pursue their own post-secondary schooling. UT has very ambitious students and it is known for being competitive to get into.

Julie

My school is best known for its football team, the McCombs School of Business, and large but diverse student population. There is a lot of school pride and along with that, a strong alumni network. The business school is nationally ranked and attracts top students for its faculty, corporate sponsors, and program. Also, our student population is pretty diverse. Unfortunately, those of similar ethnicities will group themselves together, but for the most part, especially in the business school, we become culturally aware, which prepares us for the business world.

Lee

Football and being very liberal (unlike the rest of Texas).

Nicole

UT-Austin is best known as the school with the student body that works hard and plays hard. There are an abundance of social activities, everything from clubs and professional organizations to join, to Greek life, to parties. Anyone can find a group to join. The variety of nightlife, for all ages, is a well-known trait of Austin. In addition, UT athletics is accomplished in many sports, and is a fun activity for athletes and non-athletes alike.

Aryele

We are best known for research projects as well as football.

Bayo

The school is best known for quite a few things. First there is its business school which is one of the top colleges in the nation. It is also known for pretty much all of its sports and also for being a "party" school.

Sarah

Nationwide, I think people see the University of Texas at Austin as a very athletic university, but they also have respect for their academic programs. We are known for producing smart professionals and professional athletes.

Emily

UT is known for being prestigious and a party school.