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Let me start by admitting that my first semester at UT was not enjoyable. My parents forced me to attend a state school, and UT is without question the best university in the state academically. Because they made me, I made little to no effort to get involved in the campus and begged not to return second semester. I did, and I am so thankful now. As soon as I joined an organization (I joined a honors society and a spirit organization) my attitude totally changed. Do not let the massive size of this campus intimidate you. I have found myself here, and there is more of a campus community feeling than you would assume.
2nd Year Female -- Class 2014
Education Quality: A+, Faculty Accessibility: B
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In my opinion, the student is the onlyQuite BrightJournalism
In my opinion, the student is the only factor that determines his/her experience. If you want to PARTY, come to UT. If you want to STUDY come to UT. If you want to enjoy football amongst fanatics, definitely come to UT. I am not a football fan, I have never gone to a UT game, but I enjoy tailgating and after parties what can I say. I am involved in the student television, I am passing my classes with A's and B's, I have friends from all over the world, I have gone to awesome parties, weird places, exquisite restaurants, beautiful hiking trails...and my first semester has yet to end. I am thankful of choosing such a friendly environment. Of course, you are in Texas, don't be surprised if you ever encounter country hicks and racist conservatives LOL. Up side is that the campus so international, actually I can say that majority of my friends are international students and out of state- which is great! My proffs are reaching and friendly, although I have not met two of them because I have such a tight agenda and office hours don't fit in it. I can seriously say that I love this univeristy, but I do not want to be biased, so I will also give some cons. Registration is a pain in the #$%, but somehow I have always managed to get the classes I need. Also, the university makes it quite difficult to double major in two different colleges u.u, that is the biggest downer I think. Last but not least, it is hard not to get distracted with so much stuff going on everywhere.
1st Year Female -- Class 2014
Innovation: A+, Friendliness: B+
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I loved UT! It was a rough transitionQuite BrightLinguistics
I loved UT! It was a rough transition for me to go to such a large university, but I met so many incredible people and had a great experience. I think your experience depends on your major- I was lucky enough to be in such a small department that the professors really knew who I was. I tested out of a lot of the basics, but the large lecture classes I had to take were very impersonal and could be a turn-off. I would take advantage of AP credits, placement exams, and community college classes to cover the general requirements so you can dive right in to classes you're really interested in. Regarding extra-curriculars and the social life, there really is something for everyone either on campus or in the surrounding city of Austin. I'm so glad I went to UT, because it has provided me with so many amazing opportunities
3rd Year Female -- Class 2008
Scholastic Success: A+, Perceived Campus Safety: B
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