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October 26, 2007 |
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The University of Texas at Austin is obviously a big school -- nearly 47,000 students last year. While I had an overall good experience at UT and had some great professors, I found that due to the size a student must be very proactive about his/her school career. I received some bad advice from my assigned advisor my freshman year, but overcame it by talking with knowledgeable students. I would recommend UT, especially for Engineering or other sciences, though these classes are very large. Liberal Arts classes tend to be smaller, with more personal attention from professors. Quality of teaching staff varies, but is generally good, with the occasional truly outstanding professor. I haven't been on campus for many years, but I did enjoy my time at UT and in Austin. Be proactive about your studies, and enjoy all that Austin has to offer, and you'll enjoy UT Austin. |
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February 23, 2007 |
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The University of Texas School of Law (in Austin), which I attended has several very good selling points. Many of the faculty members are excellent, it's a very good and prestigious law school, and I believe it provides a more than adequate legal eduation.
However, here are my concerns and warnings to prospective students:
(1) Tuition and fees: Being a state school, UT Law is generally (unless you have a sizable scholarship elsewhere) more affordable than many private schools and just as good, if not better. However, the tuition and fee increases may be abrubt and difficult to deal with. In the second semester of our second year of law school, our tuition and fees (but not financial aid or scholarships) were raised almost 40%. We weren't eligible to transfer elsewehere at this point, and many of us had taken out loans that would make dropping out of school not only depressing but a financial disaster.
(2) The Career Services Office is extremely unhelpful. The best advice they gave myself and others was to "add our hobbies to our resumes." They tend to be very rude at times and, in our 3rd year, a significant number of us could not find jobs or count on the CSO's assistance, despite the quality/prestige of UT.
(3) Don't be fooled if you have attended and loved UT for undergrad or even other professional programs---the law school is VERY different. The atmosphere is much more conservative, there is a lot less administrative support, and it simply doesn't feel the same as the Austin many of us have grown to know and love.
(4) There is little, if any, institutional support for public interest work. There are very few courses offered on this subject. If your heart is here, this is probably not the school for you, and I've had potential employers admit the Texas is a great school but does not seem to offer much in the way of public interest activities or coursework.
(5) Also, it will be very difficult, unless you are in the very highest tier of our class, to find a job in Texas. Remember, UT has the largest enrollment (about 560 my year) compared to other schools, and there are 7 (I believe) Texas law school candidates competing for Texas jobs. The name "Texas" certainly means something to employers, but you're not just competing against other schools, you're competing against your own student body. This is hard and often breeds tension. Further, Texas doesn't have the strong alumni connections of certain other Texas schools, so your networking opportunities and contacts that are critical to getting a job are limited in this respect.
(6) Lastly, this one is both a pro and a con. Texas is excellent at turning great students into great legal thinkers in a way, I believe, that many of the lower-tier schools are not. However, Texas does very little to prepare its students for the actual practice of law: i.e.--what an interrogatory is and how to draft it, decent bar preparation of any kind, knowning how to do fairly basic legal writing, etc. Even first year summer employers are often surprised to find that the person from a less prestigious state school seems to know exactly what to do, even if they don't have as sharp of a skill set when it comes to legal reasoning. Texas does NOT have the highest Bar passage rate in the state; Baylor does, last I checked (which was, I think 2005 or 2006). This is true for a reason--Baylor focuses on giving you the skills and resources you'll need to pass the bar and get a job, while Texas focuses on giving you the legal intellect you'll need to be a great lawyer. Which is more important? Well, intuitively, I'd say being a great lawyer. Still, you have to pass the bar and get the job (and have some experience with basic job skills) to become that great lawyer. Just a note of caution. |
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February 18, 2007 |
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UT-Austin is a good school with a beautiful campus, lots of funding, plenty of culture, and about 40,000 too many students. Everything is bigger in Texas; so if you are planning to attend UT be prepared for Texas-sized classes, crowds, and lines.
Despite the size of the school, many of the professors do make an effort to forge relationships with their students; many of the professors, however, will never even consider learning your name.
There are plenty of upsides to the size of UT: lots of multicultural activities, lots of student groups, and lots of parties. If you are looking for a small liberal arts experience in a college, UT is probably not the place for you (unless you enroll in a Plan II Honors program). However, if you are looking for a pretty good education in a pretty environment and you don't mind being a little fish in a big pond, UT is for you.
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February 05, 2007 |
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I loved that UT provided me a small sort of family in such a large university setting. I loved that my fellow students were just as inquisitive and interested in the subject matter as I was. I really enjoyed being taught by the cream of the crop of the UT faculty. And I loved living in Austin. It’s a great college town. The music scene is the best.
Though academics rate high, the more intangible atmosphere of Austin and the campus are equally important. The place has a very independent air about it, a great diversity of ideas within and without the university, amazing live music all the time, and no lack of optimism and sunshine.
The fact that I was able to take some time to decide what my academic specialty would be, yet I never get behind on my degree plan. And that I got to take a lot of unrelated but interesting courses and still end up gainfully employed.
What I liked least of UT was not being able to play a varsity sport. At such a large school, the sports program recruits top athletes, which I am not. But I contented myself with intramural sports and pick-up games.
It’s very easy to become a "jack of all trades and master of none." If you don’t start out with a strong focus, you can spend your first two years taking a lot of wonderful intro courses in a wide variety of departments. This is great, but at some point most students feel pressure (from within or without) to focus, and may feel ill-prepared to do so. On the other hand, this can also be the most exciting part -- the chance to follow your own passions, to do what you want, not because it fits into a pre-defined major or career path, but because it is what makes you truly happy. |
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January 26, 2007 |
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I would definately choose to go to UT Austin again. Although its size can be daunting (around 50,000 students!), you can't beat the range of available majors and the research facilities, including access to the McDonald Observatory, the brand new Blanton Art Museum, and world-class faculty in many disciplines. As for student life, there is a niche for every interest. The study body is diverse and the campus is huge and lovely, with a comfortable atmosphere only minutes from the Capitol Building and downtown and hard-partying Sixth Street. I'd recommend living in a dorm your first year, so that you can make friends and not risk feeling overwhelmed, since many lower division classes can be very large. The Littlefield Dorm is especially nice for Freshman women. And the Carouthers Dorm, for honors students, is difficult to get into, but tends to provide a friendly haven for all kinds of quirky brainiacs. And don't forget the football, practically a religon in Texas! Go Longhorns! |
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January 07, 2007 |
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If you are into the Big State U. scene, no place is better than UT-Austin. First, it has the academic integrity and reputation. Employers and graduate schools will recognize and respect the education you received. Second, you will be exposed to an astounding variety of people/lifestyles/attitudes/values. This forces you to consider and evaluate idealogical alternatives you may never have encountered, and ultimately leads to personal growth. Third, as a place to live, Austin is second to none. The weather is outstanding, the people are friendly but generally well-educated, and it isn't too crowded (yet). Austin has a very laid-back vibe - it's a place people care about, and so great care is taken to make sure it's a nice place to live. And for those with extra time on their hands, Austin has numerous great bars and restaurants. Live music is HUGE here - on any given night, there are maybe 50 bands to see, both local and traveling acts.
If you do decide to attend UT-Austin, know that you will work hard. Academics are getting more competitive all the time. However, you will need to develop good time management skills anyway - doing so will allow you to enjoy the outstanding quality of life Austin has to offer. |
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March 18, 2006 |
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sillywabbit (Beaverton, OR) |
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February 23, 2006 |
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I'm proud to have attended UT and would seriously consider going back for further education. As a personal reflection, I wish I'd taken better advantage of my time there. If I were to return, I know that I'd be a bit more committed to my studies, but I would also really hope that I'd get more involved extracurricularly.
UT can really be huge sometimes and I really embraced the potential to disappear into the back of the crowded classrooms. I regret that. Get engaged - don't be content in remaining anonymous - it's the easy road and one that doesn't benefit you nearly as much as the one that challenges and promotes growth.
Athletically, I was pretty involved in intramurals, but unfortunately (again) I didn't have the courage to shoot higher - really wish I'd (made the time) to give club soccer a try.
Also wish I'd gotten off campus and explored Austin a bit more. Should've pushed to get out and experience everything else that city has to offer. Not really talking about the nightlife (6th St) here.
All that said, I don't want it to sound like I didn't have a great time at Texas - I did. I have many good memories. Obviously have some regrets, but I'm a naturally critical person and I just point out what I'd do differently if I were to do it again.
Texas is a great school, with great resources, and full of great people (students, TAs, profs, even administrators). My advice to any incoming freshman is to take advantage of the place - be proactive and explore the many, MANY opportunities it has to offer! I picked UT because of its potential. If you can take up the challenge, it is a great place for you to explore your own potential!
Hook'em Horns! |
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