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Accounting & Finance

Offered by McCombs School of Business

QS Accounting & Finance

QS Accounting & Finance Rank: Top 60 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: #67

McCombs School of Business benefits from Austin's booming technology and business scene, offering strong MBA and specialised finance programmes at a comparatively affordable cost.

Key advantages

Austin's booming tech and business economy
Affordable relative to coastal private schools
Strong energy finance and analytics focus
Top public university business school
Growing entrepreneurship ecosystem
Wide programme portfolio

Programme & duration: MBA: 2 years
Tuition (international): Approx. USD $55,000 – $68,000 per year for international students (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: Fall (August)
English requirement: TOEFL iBT: 79+IELTS: 6.5PTE: 60
Entry requirements: Bachelor's degree, GMAT/GRE, some work experience typically expected for MBA.

Employability & placement

Strong outcomes in energy finance, technology finance, and analytics roles, supported by Austin's rapidly growing corporate presence.

Student experience

Austin is one of the fastest-growing, most vibrant US cities for students, with a strong live-music culture and lower living costs than the coasts.

Research strengths

Research in energy finance, corporate finance, and financial analytics.

Course

Business & Management

Offered by McCombs School of Business

QS Business & Management

QS Business & Management Rank: Top 60 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: #67

McCombs School of Business benefits from Austin's booming technology and business scene, offering strong MBA and specialised Master's programmes at a comparatively affordable cost for a top-ranked US business school.

Key advantages

Austin's booming tech and business economy
Affordable relative to coastal private schools
Strong finance and energy sector ties
Top public university business school
Growing entrepreneurship ecosystem
Wide programme portfolio

Programme & duration: MBA: 2 yearsMaster of Science in Business Analytics: 10 months
Tuition (international): Approx. USD $55,000 – $68,000 per year for international students (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: Fall (August)
English requirement: TOEFL iBT: 79+IELTS: 6.5PTE: 60
Entry requirements: Bachelor's degree, GMAT/GRE, some work experience typically expected for MBA. Essays and interview required.

Employability & placement

Strong outcomes in technology, energy, and finance sectors, supported by Austin's rapidly growing corporate presence.

Student experience

Austin is one of the fastest-growing, most vibrant US cities for students, with a strong live-music culture and lower living costs than the coasts.

Research strengths

Research in energy management, entrepreneurship, and finance. Strong ties with Austin's tech and energy companies.

Course

MBA

Offered by McCombs School of Business

QS Global MBA Ranking

QS Global MBA Rank: Top 60 in the World (2026)

McCombs School of Business benefits from Austin's booming technology and business scene, offering a strong MBA at a comparatively affordable cost for a top-ranked US business school.

Key advantages

Austin's booming tech and business economy
Affordable relative to coastal private schools
Strong finance and energy sector ties
Top public university business school
Growing entrepreneurship ecosystem
Wide elective portfolio

Programme & duration: MBA: 2 years (full-time)
Tuition (international): Approx. USD $110,000 – $130,000 total programme fee for international students (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: Fall (August)
English requirement: TOEFL iBT: 79+IELTS: 6.5PTE: 60
Entry requirements: Bachelor's degree, GMAT/GRE, some work experience typically expected. Essays and interview required.
Average Work Experience: Average 5 years of work experience; typical class age 28
GMAT / GRE Requirement: GMAT: average 690+ (or GRE accepted)

Employability & placement

Strong outcomes in technology, energy, and finance sectors, supported by Austin's rapidly growing corporate presence.

Student experience

Austin is one of the fastest-growing, most vibrant US cities for students, with a strong live-music culture and lower living costs than the coasts.

Research strengths

Research in energy management, entrepreneurship, and finance. Strong ties with Austin's tech and energy companies.

Course

Marketing

Offered by McCombs School of Business

QS Marketing

QS Marketing Rank: Top 60 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: #67

McCombs School of Business benefits from Austin's booming technology and business scene, offering strong MBA and specialised marketing analytics programmes at a comparatively affordable cost.

Key advantages

Austin's booming tech and business economy
Affordable relative to coastal private schools
Strong marketing analytics and digital focus
Top public university business school
Growing entrepreneurship ecosystem
Wide programme portfolio

Programme & duration: MBA: 2 years
Tuition (international): Approx. USD $55,000 – $68,000 per year for international students (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: Fall (August)
English requirement: TOEFL iBT: 79+IELTS: 6.5PTE: 60
Entry requirements: Bachelor's degree, GMAT/GRE, some work experience typically expected for MBA. Essays and interview required.

Employability & placement

Strong outcomes in technology marketing, brand management, and analytics roles, supported by Austin's rapidly growing corporate presence.

Student experience

Austin is one of the fastest-growing, most vibrant US cities for students, with a strong live-music culture and lower living costs than the coasts.

Research strengths

Research in marketing analytics, digital marketing, and consumer insights.

Course

Economics

Offered by Department of Economics

QS Economics

QS Economics Rank: Top 60 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: #67

UT Austin's Department of Economics benefits from Austin's booming and diverse economy, offering a highly ranked and comparatively affordable programme with strength in energy economics.

Key advantages

Austin's booming, diverse economy
Affordable relative to coastal private schools
Strong energy economics research
Top public university programme
Growing entrepreneurship ecosystem
Vibrant college city

Programme & duration: MA/PhD track: 1 – 2 years
Tuition (international): Approx. USD $32,000 – $42,000 per year for international students (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: Fall (August)
English requirement: TOEFL iBT: 79+IELTS: 6.5PTE: 60
Entry requirements: Bachelor's degree in Economics or related field with strong academic record. GRE typically required.

Employability & placement

Strong outcomes into academic research, energy sector economics, and finance roles, supported by Austin's rapidly growing corporate presence.

Student experience

Austin is one of the fastest-growing, most vibrant US cities for students, with a strong live-music culture and lower living costs than the coasts.

Research strengths

Research in energy economics, macroeconomics, and international trade. Strong ties with Austin's energy sector.

Course

Architecture

Offered by School of Architecture

QS Architecture & Built Environment

QS Architecture & Built Environment Rank: Top 70 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: #67

UT Austin's School of Architecture benefits from Austin's booming design and technology sector, offering a highly ranked and comparatively affordable programme.

Key advantages

Austin's booming design and technology sector
Affordable relative to coastal private schools
Strong sustainable design and urban design research
Top public university programme
Growing entrepreneurship ecosystem
Wide elective portfolio

Programme & duration: MArch: 2 – 3.5 years (depending on prior qualifications)
Tuition (international): Approx. USD $30,000 – $42,000 per year for international students on-campus (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: Fall (August)
English requirement: TOEFL iBT: 79+IELTS: 6.5PTE: 60
Entry requirements: Bachelor's degree in Architecture or related field with strong academic record and portfolio. GRE optional.

Employability & placement

Strong outcomes in sustainable design, urban design, and general architecture roles, supported by Austin's rapidly growing corporate presence.

Student experience

Austin is one of the fastest-growing, most vibrant US cities for students, with a strong live-music culture and lower living costs than the coasts.

Research strengths

Research in sustainable design, urban design, and building technology.

Course

Chemical Engineering

Offered by McKetta Department of Chemical Engineering

QS Chemical Engineering

QS Chemical Engineering Rank: Top 15 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: #67

UT Austin's McKetta Department of Chemical Engineering benefits from Austin's and Texas's booming energy sector, offering a highly ranked and comparatively affordable programme.

Key advantages

Texas's booming energy and petrochemical sector
Affordable relative to coastal private schools
Strong process systems and energy research
Top public university programme
Growing entrepreneurship ecosystem
Wide elective portfolio

Programme & duration: MS: 1.5 – 2 years (full-time)
Tuition (international): Approx. USD $35,000 – $48,000 per year for international students on-campus (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: Fall (August)
English requirement: TOEFL iBT: 79+IELTS: 6.5PTE: 60
Entry requirements: Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field with strong academic record. GRE optional.

Employability & placement

Strong outcomes in energy, petrochemicals, and process systems roles, supported by Texas's rapidly growing corporate presence.

Student experience

Austin is one of the fastest-growing, most vibrant US cities for students, with a strong live-music culture and lower living costs than the coasts.

Research strengths

Research in process systems engineering, energy technology, and petrochemicals.

Course

Civil Engineering

Offered by Department of Civil, Architectural and Environmental Engineering

QS Civil & Structural Engineering

QS Civil & Structural Engineering Rank: Top 20 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: #67

UT Austin's Department of Civil, Architectural and Environmental Engineering benefits from Austin's booming construction and infrastructure sector, offering a highly ranked and comparatively affordable programme.

Key advantages

Austin's booming construction and infrastructure sector
Affordable relative to coastal private schools
Strong geotechnical and structural research
Top public university programme
Growing entrepreneurship ecosystem
Wide elective portfolio

Programme & duration: MS: 1.5 – 2 years (full-time)
Tuition (international): Approx. USD $35,000 – $48,000 per year for international students on-campus (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: Fall (August)
English requirement: TOEFL iBT: 79+IELTS: 6.5PTE: 60
Entry requirements: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field with strong academic record. GRE optional.

Employability & placement

Strong outcomes in geotechnical engineering, structural design, and infrastructure roles, supported by Austin's rapidly growing corporate presence.

Student experience

Austin is one of the fastest-growing, most vibrant US cities for students, with a strong live-music culture and lower living costs than the coasts.

Research strengths

Research in geotechnical engineering, structural engineering, and water resources.

Course

Electrical Engineering

Offered by Chandra Family Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering

QS Electrical & Electronic Engineering

QS Electrical & Electronic Engineering Rank: Top 25 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: #67

UT Austin's Chandra Family Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering benefits from Austin's booming semiconductor and technology sector, offering a highly ranked and comparatively affordable programme.

Key advantages

Austin's booming semiconductor and technology sector
Affordable relative to coastal private schools
Strong VLSI and integrated circuits research
Top public university programme
Growing entrepreneurship ecosystem
Wide elective portfolio

Programme & duration: MS: 1.5 – 2 years (full-time)
Tuition (international): Approx. USD $35,000 – $48,000 per year for international students on-campus (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: Fall (August)
English requirement: TOEFL iBT: 79+IELTS: 6.5PTE: 60
Entry requirements: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field with strong academic record. GRE optional.

Employability & placement

Strong outcomes in semiconductor design, integrated circuits, and telecommunications roles, supported by Austin's rapidly growing tech presence.

Student experience

Austin is one of the fastest-growing, most vibrant US cities for students, with a strong live-music culture and lower living costs than the coasts.

Research strengths

Research in VLSI design, integrated circuits, and wireless networking.

Course

Mechanical Engineering

Offered by Walker Department of Mechanical Engineering

QS Mechanical Engineering

QS Mechanical Engineering Rank: Top 25 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: #67

UT Austin's Walker Department of Mechanical Engineering benefits from Austin's booming technology and energy sector, offering a highly ranked and comparatively affordable programme.

Key advantages

Austin's booming tech and energy economy
Affordable relative to coastal private schools
Strong energy systems and robotics research
Top public university programme
Growing entrepreneurship ecosystem
Wide elective portfolio

Programme & duration: MS: 1.5 – 2 years (full-time)
Tuition (international): Approx. USD $35,000 – $48,000 per year for international students on-campus (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: Fall (August)
English requirement: TOEFL iBT: 79+IELTS: 6.5PTE: 60
Entry requirements: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field with strong academic record. GRE optional.

Employability & placement

Strong outcomes in energy systems, robotics, and manufacturing roles, supported by Austin's rapidly growing corporate presence.

Student experience

Austin is one of the fastest-growing, most vibrant US cities for students, with a strong live-music culture and lower living costs than the coasts.

Research strengths

Research in energy systems, robotics, and manufacturing engineering.

Course

Pharmacy

Offered by College of Pharmacy

QS Pharmacy & Pharmacology

Top-ranked US Pharmacy programmeQS World Rank: #67 (parent institution)

UT Austin's College of Pharmacy benefits from Austin's booming and diverse economy, offering a highly ranked and comparatively affordable programme with strength in pharmaceutical sciences.

Key advantages

Austin's booming, diverse economy
Affordable relative to coastal private schools
Strong pharmaceutical sciences research
Top public university programme
Growing healthcare and biotech ecosystem
Vibrant college city

Programme & duration: PharmD: 4 yearsMS/PhD: 2 – 5 years
Tuition (international): Approx. USD $32,000 – $42,000 per year for international students (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: Fall (August)
English requirement: TOEFL iBT: 79+IELTS: 6.5PTE: 60
Entry requirements: Bachelor's degree with strong science prerequisites. PCAT may be required for PharmD.

Employability & placement

Strong outcomes into pharmaceutical sciences, clinical pharmacy, and healthcare roles, supported by Austin's rapidly growing biotech presence.

Student experience

Austin is one of the fastest-growing, most vibrant US cities for students, with a strong live-music culture and lower living costs than the coasts.

Research strengths

Research in pharmaceutical sciences, drug delivery, and pharmacoeconomics.

Course

Psychology

Offered by Department of Psychology

QS Psychology

QS Psychology Rank: Top 40 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: #67

UT Austin's Department of Psychology benefits from Austin's booming and diverse economy, offering a highly ranked and comparatively affordable programme with strength in social and quantitative psychology.

Key advantages

Austin's booming, diverse economy
Affordable relative to coastal private schools
Strong social and quantitative psychology research
Top public university programme
Growing behavioural science industry links
Vibrant college city

Programme & duration: MA/PhD track: 1 – 2 years
Tuition (international): Approx. USD $35,000 – $45,000 per year for international students (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: Fall (August)
English requirement: TOEFL iBT: 79+IELTS: 6.5PTE: 60
Entry requirements: Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field with strong academic record. GRE optional at many programmes.

Employability & placement

Strong outcomes into academic research, clinical training, and behavioural science roles, supported by Austin's growing tech and corporate presence.

Student experience

Austin is one of the fastest-growing, most vibrant US cities for students, with a strong live-music culture and lower living costs than the coasts.

Research strengths

Research in social psychology, quantitative methods, and personality psychology. Strong ties with Austin's growing behavioural science sector.

Course

Sports Science

Offered by Department of Kinesiology and Health Education

QS Sports-Related Subjects

Well-regarded US sports science programmeQS World Rank: #67 (parent institution)

UT Austin's Department of Kinesiology and Health Education benefits from Austin's booming health and wellness sector, offering a highly ranked and comparatively affordable programme.

Key advantages

Austin's booming health and wellness sector
Affordable relative to coastal private schools
Strong exercise physiology and biomechanics research
Top public university programme
Growing sports technology ecosystem
Wide elective portfolio

Programme & duration: MS: 1.5 – 2 years (full-time)
Tuition (international): Approx. USD $28,000 – $38,000 per year for international students on-campus (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: Fall (August)
English requirement: TOEFL iBT: 79+IELTS: 6.5PTE: 60
Entry requirements: Bachelor's degree in Sports Science or related field with strong academic record. GRE optional.

Employability & placement

Strong outcomes in sports science, exercise physiology, and health education roles, supported by Austin's rapidly growing wellness sector.

Student experience

Austin is one of the fastest-growing, most vibrant US cities for students, with a strong live-music culture and lower living costs than the coasts.

Research strengths

Research in exercise physiology, biomechanics, and motor behaviour.

Course

Law (LLM)

Offered by UT Austin School of Law

QS Law

QS Law Rank: Top 70 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: #67

UT Austin School of Law benefits from Austin's booming technology and business scene, offering a highly ranked and comparatively affordable LLM programme with strong energy law ties.

Key advantages

Austin's booming tech and business economy
Affordable relative to coastal private schools
Strong energy law and technology law ties
Top public university law school
Growing entrepreneurship ecosystem
Wide elective portfolio

Programme & duration: LLM: 1 year (full-time)
Tuition (international): Approx. USD $45,000 – $55,000 per year for international students (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: Fall (August)
English requirement: TOEFL iBT: 79+IELTS: 6.5PTE: 60
Entry requirements: Law degree from another jurisdiction for LLM applicants. Strong academic record required.

Employability & placement

Strong outcomes in energy law, technology law, and general corporate practice, supported by Austin's rapidly growing corporate presence.

Student experience

Austin is one of the fastest-growing, most vibrant US cities for students, with a strong live-music culture and lower living costs than the coasts.

Research strengths

Research in energy law, technology law, and international law. Strong ties with Austin's energy and tech companies.

Course

International Relations

Offered by Lyndon B. Johnson School of Public Affairs

QS Politics & IR

QS Politics & IR Rank: Top 70 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: #67

UT Austin's LBJ School of Public Affairs benefits from Austin's booming and diverse economy, offering a highly ranked and comparatively affordable programme with strength in energy policy and global affairs.

Key advantages

Austin's booming, diverse economy
Affordable relative to coastal private schools
Strong energy policy and global affairs research
Top public university programme
Growing entrepreneurship ecosystem
Vibrant college city

Programme & duration: MA/MPAff: 2 years (full-time)
Tuition (international): Approx. USD $32,000 – $42,000 per year for international students (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: Fall (August)
English requirement: TOEFL iBT: 79+IELTS: 6.5PTE: 60
Entry requirements: Bachelor's degree in any discipline with strong academic record. GRE may be required.

Employability & placement

Strong outcomes into energy policy, global affairs, and government roles, supported by Austin's rapidly growing corporate presence.

Student experience

Austin is one of the fastest-growing, most vibrant US cities for students, with a strong live-music culture and lower living costs than the coasts.

Research strengths

Research in energy policy, global affairs, and international development.

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