Overview
Founded in 1883 as one of the original components of the University of Texas at Austin, Texas Law has grown into one of the nation's premier public law schools. It is consistently ranked among the top 15 law schools in the country and is particularly celebrated for its litigation and trial advocacy programs, tax law, and constitutional law scholarship. The school has produced generations of judges, U.S. senators, Fortune 500 executives, and prominent litigators, cementing its reputation as the flagship legal institution of the American Southwest.
At a Glance
| Type | Public |
| Location | Austin, Texas |
| Founded | 1883 |
| Total students | 1,100 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 8:1 |
| Acceptance rate | 24% |
| Graduation rate | 96% |
| Average starting salary | $135,000 |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $40,000 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $54,000 |
| Room & board | $17,000 |
| Average financial aid | $25,000 |
| Students receiving aid | 75% |
Admissions
| SAT range | N/A |
| ACT range | N/A |
| Average GPA | 3.79 |
| Regular deadline | February 1 |
Top Programs
- Litigation & Trial Advocacy
- Tax Law
- Constitutional Law
- Business Law
- Environmental Law
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.