UT Austin · Tuition 2026-2027
UT Austin Tuition 2026-2027
The 2026-27 academic year tuition rates at UT Austin: in-state $11,688/year (frozen by Texas Legislature) and out-of-state $44,908/year, plus college-specific differentials.
Cites Texas Education Code §54.052Last reviewed 2026-06-23Not affiliated with UT or THECBPublished by Luke Allen, TREC #788149
The 2026-27 numbers
UT Austin tuition for 2026-27: $11,688/year for Texas residents (frozen by the Texas Legislature through 2026-27); $44,908/year for non-residents (projected to rise to $47,144 for 2027-28). These are base undergraduate rates for 15 credit hours including required fees. College-specific differential tuition adds $400-$3,600/year for some colleges. The Texas residency pathway saves out-of-state families approximately $33,220/year from year 2 of enrollment onward.
UT Austin 2026-2027 base tuition rates
| Classification | 2026-27 Per Semester | 2026-27 Per Year (15 credit hours) | Change from 2025-26 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas resident | $5,844 | $11,688 | No change (frozen) |
| Non-resident | $22,454 | $44,908 | Modest increase (~3-5%) |
By UT college: 2026-2027 tuition
| UT College | In-State 2026-27 | Out-of-State 2026-27 | Differential |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base undergraduate (Liberal Arts, Education) | $11,688 | $44,908 | $0 |
| Natural Sciences | $12,100 | $45,500 | ~$400 |
| Moody Communication | $12,350 | $45,900 | ~$700 |
| Fine Arts | $11,950 | $45,300 | ~$300 |
| McCombs Business | $14,200 | $51,200 | ~$2,500 |
| Cockrell Engineering | $14,500 | $51,800 | ~$2,800 |
| Computer Science (CSDS) | $15,300 | $53,500 | ~$3,600 |
The in-state tuition freeze through 2026-2027
The Texas Legislature passed legislation freezing in-state tuition at Texas public universities at the 2024-25 level through 2026-27 academic year. The freeze:
- Locks in-state tuition at $11,688/year for Texas residents
- Does NOT freeze required fees (modest increases possible)
- Does NOT freeze college-specific differential tuition (Board of Regents sets these)
- Does NOT apply to out-of-state tuition (continues to rise annually)
- Is expected to remain in effect through 2026-27; legislative action would extend the freeze
2026-2027 cost of attendance
Tuition is the largest single cost component but not the only one. Total annual cost of attendance for 2026-27:
| Component | Annual Cost (In-State) | Annual Cost (Out-of-State) |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition and required fees (base) | $11,688 | $44,908 |
| On-campus housing (residence hall) | ~$12,500 | ~$12,500 |
| Meal plan | ~$5,800 | ~$5,800 |
| Books and supplies | ~$1,200 | ~$1,200 |
| Transportation | ~$1,500 | ~$2,500 |
| Personal expenses | ~$2,500 | ~$3,000 |
| Total annual COA (on-campus) | ~$35,200 | ~$69,900 |
Four-year tuition projection
| Scenario | Total 4-Year Tuition | Savings vs Out-of-State Sticker |
|---|---|---|
| Texas resident (4 years at $11,688 + 4% fee increase) | ~$47,800 | ~$135,000 saved |
| Out-of-state full sticker (4 years at $44,908 + 4% annual increase) | ~$190,400 | baseline |
| Out-of-state with residency pathway (year 1 OOS, years 2-4 in-state) | ~$90,200 | ~$100,200 saved |
| Out-of-state with residency pathway + $7,500/yr merit scholarship | ~$60,200 | ~$130,200 saved |
Payment plans for 2026-2027
- Full payment by deadline: standard option; no fee
- Tuition Installment Plan (TIP): splits term tuition into 3-4 monthly installments; small administrative fee (~$25/term)
- 529 plan withdrawals: tax-free qualified withdrawal for tuition
- Federal aid (FAFSA-dependent): Pell Grant, federal subsidized/unsubsidized loans, Parent PLUS
- Institutional scholarships: merit awards reduce tuition (paid as credit to bill)
- Employer tuition reimbursement: some employers pay for college tuition; submit to employer for reimbursement
Frequently asked questions
What is UT Austin tuition for 2026-2027?
UT Austin tuition for 2026-27 academic year: in-state $11,688/year for Texas residents; out-of-state $44,908/year for non-residents. These are base undergraduate rates including required fees for 15 credit hours. In-state tuition is frozen by the Texas Legislature through 2026-27; out-of-state is set by the UT Board of Regents and has been rising approximately 3-5% annually. College-specific differential tuition adds $400-$3,600 to these base rates for McCombs Business, Computer Science, Cockrell Engineering, and other professional colleges.
Will UT Austin tuition increase for 2026-2027?
In-state tuition will NOT increase for 2026-27; it is frozen by the Texas Legislature through that academic year. Out-of-state tuition is set annually by the UT Board of Regents and has historically risen 3-5% per year. The 2026-27 out-of-state rate is approximately ${TUITION.outOfStateNextYear.toLocaleString()}, up from $${TUITION.outOfStatePerYear.toLocaleString()} in 2025-26. Required fees and college-specific differentials may also adjust modestly.
What is the in-state tuition freeze at UT Austin?
The Texas Legislature passed legislation in recent sessions to freeze in-state tuition at Texas public universities at the 2024-25 level through 2026-27 (some sources extend the freeze to 2027-28; verify with current Legislative action). The freeze benefits Texas-resident families by preventing the normal annual tuition increases. The freeze does not apply to out-of-state tuition (which continues to rise) or to college-specific differential tuition (which may adjust).
What does UT Austin tuition cover?
UT Austin tuition includes: (1) tuition for 12-18 credit hours per semester (full-time enrollment); (2) required fees (general administrative, library, student services, technology, recreational sports); (3) intercollegiate athletics fees; (4) Student Government fees; (5) student bus pass (Capital Metro). Not included: housing, meal plan, books, transportation, personal expenses, course-specific lab fees, optional health insurance, or differential tuition (for some colleges).
How much is differential tuition at UT Austin for 2026-2027?
College-specific differential tuition (approximate, varies by year): McCombs Business adds ~$2,500/year; Computer Science adds ~$3,600/year; Cockrell Engineering adds ~$2,800/year; Moody Communication adds ~$700/year; Natural Sciences adds ~$400/year; Liberal Arts and Education add $0 (use base rate); Architecture adds ~$300/year; Fine Arts adds ~$300/year. Differential tuition is the same dollar amount for residents and non-residents.
What is the four-year tuition projection at UT Austin?
Approximate 4-year tuition: Texas resident: ~$50,752 (accounting for modest fee increases). Non-resident: ~$199,632 (accounting for 3-5% annual increases). With Texas residency pathway (year 1 OOS, years 2-4 in-state): ~$87,972. Savings via residency pathway over 4 years: approximately $111,660.
When are UT Austin tuition payments due?
UT Austin offers multiple payment plans. The standard payment is due by the term's tuition deadline (approximately August 15 for Fall, January 15 for Spring). UT also offers a Tuition Installment Plan (TIP) that splits the bill into 3-4 monthly installments per term, plus a small administrative fee. Payments can be made online through MyStatus, by mail, in person, or through wire transfer.
Are there discounts for paying UT Austin tuition early?
No discount for early payment. UT does not offer a prepayment incentive. However, paying in full at the term deadline avoids the Tuition Installment Plan administrative fee (~$25/term). Some families choose to pay full year upfront for cash management reasons; this does not change the tuition cost.
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