University of Texas at Austin SAT Score Requirements
Texas flagship requiring SAT scores for all applicants.
UT Austin reinstated mandatory SAT/ACT testing. Admitted students post a middle 50% SAT score range of 1350 to 1520 (higher for non-auto-admit and out-of-state applicants).
While top 6% Texas high schoolers receive automatic admission, competitive majors (Cockrell Engineering, McCombs Business, Computer Science) require 1480+ SAT scores.
How to Reach 1520+ for UT Austin
Frequently asked questions
Does UT Austin require SAT scores in 2026?
Yes, UT Austin reinstated standardized test requirements starting for Fall 2025 undergraduate applicants.
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