UT Austin Essay Prompts (under)

l  Share an essay on any topic of your choice. It can be one you’ve already written, one that responds to a different prompt, or one of your own design. (500–650 words)  

l  Submit the required short answers in your admission application. (250–300 words).

Short Answers Prompts

1.      Why are you interested in the major you indicated as your first-choice major?

2.      Think of all the activities — both in and outside of school — that you have been involved with during high school. Which one are you most proud of and why? (Guidance for students: This can include an extracurricular activity, a club/organization, volunteer activity, work or a family responsibility.)