Choosing a university is one of life's biggest decisions. It is also a very individual choice, based on a variety of factors, from the faculty to fellow students, campus life, career outlook, and even location and community amenities.
The Cockrell School of Engineering, The University of Texas at Austin and the Austin community have much to offer engineering students. Learn about some of the key factors that attract top-notch students to the Cockrell School of Engineering, and find out how we can help you build a better future. Download the CSE Enroll Flyer for a summary of highlights the Cockrell School has to offer students.
Rankings
In the latest U.S. News & World Report rankings, the Cockrell School of Engineering consistently ranks among the best undergraduate engineering schools in the United States. The majority of Cockrell School undergraduate programs are ranked in the top 10 of their respective disciplines and all of our programs are ranked in the top 20. Senior faculty constitute the fourth highest membership in the National Academy of Engineering, the nation's highest honor for engineers. Fall 2011 entering freshmen had an average SAT, or equivalent, score of 1357. Most are from the top 10 percent of their graduating class, and 10 percent were valedictorians or salutatorians. As a student here, you'll be learning from and with the best.
Career Opportunities
A degree from the Cockrell School of Engineering opens doors to national and global positions in academia, industry, entrepreneurship, the nonprofit sector and governmental agencies. A Cockrell School engineering degree is also a smart investment. Cockrell School bachelor's degree recipients from 2010-11 received, on average,a starting salary of $68,604.
Financial Support and Leadership Development
Cockrell School undergraduates received more than 1,400 scholarships in fall 2010, totaling more than $4.7 million. The Cockrell School also offers support in the form of multiple leadership development programs that provide students with leadership, communication and team-building skills. More than 60 student organizations also provide opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Academic Support
Many student support services are available to help you achieve your academic goals, from scholarships to study abroad. When you have questions about policies, procedures, services and programs, the academic advisers in the Engineering Student Affairs Office, located in Ernest Cockrell Jr. Hall (ECJ), Room 2.200, are available to assist you.
Campus Life
A typical student's day might look like this: morning classes, lunch at the Texas Union, a few hours studying at the McKinney Library, followed by a workout at Gregory Gym, dinner with a student organization, free tutoring in the Jester Academic Community Center, more studying, texting some friends and, perhaps, a little sleep.
This kind of schedule can be stimulating and fun, but it can also create stress. The Cockrell School offers a wealth of resources and information for our students to ensure their ultimate success. We encourage you to take advantage of these resources. The university's Counseling and Mental Health Center offers stress management and reduction programs, both guided and self-paced.
Tuition and Fees
An engineering degree from The University of Texas at Austin remains an excellent value, with a significant return on your investment. Tuition costs are competitive with peer schools, and graduates in most programs receive starting salaries at, or above, the national average.
Living in Austin
Austin, Texas offers all the amenities of a large metropolitan center,with a unique sense of community and an atmosphere unlike any other city. Austin offers culture, sports, recreation, music, diversity, wildlife, arts, history, industry and a vibrant entrepreneur community. A great place for young adults, it is also an excellent place to raise a family in friendly neighborhoods with top schools. The beautiful Texas Hill Country offers a temperate climate with mild winters.
