The University of Texas at Austin
Our Commitment
The University of Texas at Austin is committed to ensuring that all students across Texas, including rural and small-town students, have access to the educational opportunities at a world-class public flagship research university. To this end, we leverage our expertise and resources so that students across the 254 Texas counties have ready access to learn about and receive assistance in pursing an education at the University. We are committed to increasing and strengthening the frequency and substance of our interactions between these communities and our recruitment staff.
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The University of Texas at Austin Events
Virtual Event
College Board BigFuture Live: College Planning for Rural and Small-Town Students
September 24th 2025, 7:00 pm CDT
Are you ready to take the next step towards your college dreams? Join BigFuture and the STARS College Network for an event tailored specifically for students from rural and small-town communities. We'll cover everything you need to know about college planning, including:
How to choose the right college for you
Navigating the application process
Understanding financial aid and scholarships
Tips for thriving in a new environment
Don't miss this opportunity to get your questions answered and start planning your future today!
Host: Massachusetts Institute of Technology, University of Arizona, The University of Texas at AustinVirtual Event
STARS Virtual College Fair
October 7th 2025, 7:00 pm CDT
Join all 32 STARS Network partner colleges and universities to discover the exceptional opportunities all of our schools have to offer through a virtual college fair!
Host: Amherst College, Auburn University, Berkeley, Brown University, California Institute of Technology (Caltech), Case Western Reserve University, Colby College, Columbia University in the City of New York, Dartmouth College, Duke, Georgia Tech, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Northwestern University, Notre Dame, SMU, Spelman College, Stanford University, The Ohio State University, The University of Alabama, The University of Iowa, University of Arkansas, University of Denver, University of South Carolina, University of Southern California, University of Wisconsin-Madison, Vanderbilt University, Washington University in St. Louis, Yale University, The University of Chicago, The University of Texas at Austin, University of Maryland College Park, University of Arizona