Texas c/o 2017 Applicants (2013-2014 cycle) Forum

[Otunga]

Does a Dallas Cowboys tattoo count as a 'tie' to Texas? (I have one, which is probably nuts.)

I might send an app here. I noticed their overall numbers are better than BU/BC, which are the best regional non-t14s in my area. Obviously if I were to go, it'd have to be on a substantial scholarship and I'd have to be willing to work in Texas provided that I wasn't able to get work back in MA/RI. Is there any sort of New England presence at the school (in terms of students, employers that visit OCI, anything)?

[BigZuck]

Does a Dallas Cowboys tattoo count as a 'tie' to Texas? (I have one, which is probably nuts.)

I might send an app here. I noticed their overall numbers are better than BU/BC, which are the best regional non-t14s in my area. Obviously if I were to go, it'd have to be on a substantial scholarship and I'd have to be willing to work in Texas provided that I wasn't able to get work back in MA/RI. Is there any sort of New England presence at the school (in terms of students, employers that visit OCI, anything)?

I know a guy in my section who is from New York, does that count?

If you want New England and aren't going to go to a T14, definitely go to BU/BC

[Otunga]

Does a Dallas Cowboys tattoo count as a 'tie' to Texas? (I have one, which is probably nuts.)

I might send an app here. I noticed their overall numbers are better than BU/BC, which are the best regional non-t14s in my area. Obviously if I were to go, it'd have to be on a substantial scholarship and I'd have to be willing to work in Texas provided that I wasn't able to get work back in MA/RI. Is there any sort of New England presence at the school (in terms of students, employers that visit OCI, anything)?

I know a guy in my section who is from New York, does that count?

If you want New England and aren't going to go to a T14, definitely go to BU/BC

T14 should be on the table (not sure yet), but I'm simply trying to go for as cheap as possible with at least a respectable biglaw chance (as are a ton of people on TLS).

I wouldn't think there were many of us at Texas. Rightfully so I imagine.

[gimmedanger]

got my scholarship offer super fast as well.

[wwbeyoncedo]

Just got the call, in! Very likely I end up here, depending on $$. So, so excited!

Complete 1/29
LSAT >75%, GPA <25%
in-state

[Attax]

Just got the call, in! Very likely I end up here, depending on $$. So, so excited!

Complete 1/29
LSAT >75%, GPA <25%
in-state

Congrats! Feels good as a splitter, doesn't it? Seems they may have changed this cycle (according to LSN and TLS at least) for splitters.

[WokeUpInACar]

Just got the call, in! Very likely I end up here, depending on $$. So, so excited!

Complete 1/29
LSAT >75%, GPA <25%
in-state

Congrats! Feels good as a splitter, doesn't it? Seems they may have changed this cycle (according to LSN and TLS at least) for splitters.

They have been shifting towards splitter friendliness since 2 years ago when they had to take a bunch off the WL in March. It's pretty crazy though, 4-5 years ago they had a HARD 3.5 GPA floor. It's a smart change for them to make, their median would definitely be worse without the splitters.

[Attax]

Just got the call, in! Very likely I end up here, depending on $$. So, so excited!

Complete 1/29
LSAT >75%, GPA <25%
in-state

Congrats! Feels good as a splitter, doesn't it? Seems they may have changed this cycle (according to LSN and TLS at least) for splitters.

They have been shifting towards splitter friendliness since 2 years ago when they had to take a bunch off the WL in March. It's pretty crazy though, 4-5 years ago they had a HARD 3.5 GPA floor. It's a smart change for them to make, their median would definitely be worse without the splitters.

I haven't looked too much at the past other than last year when sub 3.2's still had it pretty hard versus this year where some of us have gotten offers I agree, smart of them, at least until they knock out Georgetown from T14 status.

[jmaul21]

This may have been asked already, but has anyone here done the financial aid matching? I'm not really sure what the best strategy is. I've gotten several offers from other schools and I just can't consider UT with the amount they've given me so far. Anyone have advice?

[BigZuck]

This may have been asked already, but has anyone here done the financial aid matching? I'm not really sure what the best strategy is. I've gotten several offers from other schools and I just can't consider UT with the amount they've given me so far. Anyone have advice?

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[jmaul21]

This may have been asked already, but has anyone here done the financial aid matching? I'm not really sure what the best strategy is. I've gotten several offers from other schools and I just can't consider UT with the amount they've given me so far. Anyone have advice?

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Thanks so much! It's hard to slog through all those pages

[Attax]

This may have been asked already, but has anyone here done the financial aid matching? I'm not really sure what the best strategy is. I've gotten several offers from other schools and I just can't consider UT with the amount they've given me so far. Anyone have advice?

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Thanks so much! It's hard to slog through all those pages

Long story short: UT will match one time.

http://www.utexas.edu/law/finaid/schola ... match.html

[rion91]

Would someone here be up to read my personal statement? It is really crafted for UT so I was hoping I'd get some valuable feedback.

[BigZuck]

This may have been asked already, but has anyone here done the financial aid matching? I'm not really sure what the best strategy is. I've gotten several offers from other schools and I just can't consider UT with the amount they've given me so far. Anyone have advice?

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Thanks so much! It's hard to slog through all those pages

Long story short: UT will match one time.

http://www.utexas.edu/law/finaid/schola ... match.html

They matched me (and others) twice. But I would gear up for/prepare for only one attempt.

[rion91]

Submitted app today. #1 choice!

[BVest]

BTW, campus was closed again today and the law school was very quiet, so I'd guess no more decisions went out.

[kobe1020]

does UT have a UR status or it just goes from complete to decision?

mine status page says "complete" and "ur application is currently being considered for regular decision"

i wonder whether they are looking at it now or not?

[Attax]

does UT have a UR status or it just goes from complete to decision?

mine status page says "complete" and "ur application is currently being considered for regular decision"

i wonder whether they are looking at it now or not?

Nope, the status checker is pointless. It'll take a few days to update after acceptance too. It'll stay complete until you get a call.

[bombombom]

I received an email attaching CFR(CERTIFICATION OF FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY）from UT today ,What does this mean for me? I am an international applicant waitlisted last month. Here is
the instruction of CFR;
If you do not plan to request documents from The University of Texas at Austin to obtain F-1 or J-1 status, you are not required to submit the CFR. The appropriate
immigration document will be issued after you have 1) been officially admitted AND 2) submitted this form along with proof of financial support for your studies.
Questions about completing this form may be directed to hotline@austin.utexas.edu.
INSTRUCTIONS
• Upload this completed form and supporting documents (as a single, PDF file) to: https://utdirect.utexas.edu/ogs/forms/supp_docs.WBX
o Paper, e-mailed, or faxed copies will not be accepted.
• Be prepared to show this documentation to the United States consulate upon interviewing for your visa.
• Please note: ALL documents must be in English or accompanied by an official English translation.
• Reciprocal exchange students should not use this form. Please complete the CFR found at: http://world.utexas.edu/isss/students/exchange/apply

Not sure what it means. I'd probably do what it requests though.

I am now filling in the blanks, I hope everything goes right.

I have already completed the Certification of Financial Responsibility and was about to upload it to the specific URL that indicated by the instruction. But, it kept saying “There are no eligible applications found for input EID. (NAPP-APPE)” lol

[Attax]

I received an email attaching CFR(CERTIFICATION OF FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY）from UT today ,What does this mean for me? I am an international applicant waitlisted last month. Here is
the instruction of CFR;
If you do not plan to request documents from The University of Texas at Austin to obtain F-1 or J-1 status, you are not required to submit the CFR. The appropriate
immigration document will be issued after you have 1) been officially admitted AND 2) submitted this form along with proof of financial support for your studies.
Questions about completing this form may be directed to hotline@austin.utexas.edu.
INSTRUCTIONS
• Upload this completed form and supporting documents (as a single, PDF file) to: https://utdirect.utexas.edu/ogs/forms/supp_docs.WBX
o Paper, e-mailed, or faxed copies will not be accepted.
• Be prepared to show this documentation to the United States consulate upon interviewing for your visa.
• Please note: ALL documents must be in English or accompanied by an official English translation.
• Reciprocal exchange students should not use this form. Please complete the CFR found at: http://world.utexas.edu/isss/students/exchange/apply

Not sure what it means. I'd probably do what it requests though.

I am now filling in the blanks, I hope everything goes right.

I have already completed the Certification of Financial Responsibility and was about to upload it to the specific URL that indicated by the instruction. But, it kept saying “There are no eligible applications found for input EID. (NAPP-APPE)” lol anyone knows what shall I do next？

Not sure. You are an international student, correct? I think most, if not all, the rest of us here are domestic. You will probably have better luck contacting them directly. I'm not sure who to go through, but maybe start with admissions and I'm sure they'd be happy to forward you wherever can best handle your situation. Contact info can be found at the bottom of the page located here:

http://www.utexas.edu/law/admissions/

[bombombom]

http://world.utexas.edu/isss/students/exchange/apply

Not sure what it means. I'd probably do what it requests though.

I am now filling in the blanks, I hope everything goes right.

I have already completed the Certification of Financial Responsibility and was about to upload it to the specific URL that indicated by the instruction. But, it kept saying “There are no eligible applications found for input EID. (NAPP-APPE)” lol anyone knows what shall I do next？

Not sure. You are an international student, correct? I think most, if not all, the rest of us here are domestic. You will probably have better luck contacting them directly. I'm not sure who to go through, but maybe start with admissions and I'm sure they'd be happy to forward you wherever can best handle your situation. Contact info can be found at the bottom of the page located here:
http://www.utexas.edu/law/admissions/[/quote]



Thank you. School is closed due to the weather, so I come here to ask about it first. I'll contact admissions and ISSS later.

[kobe1020]

I received an email attaching CFR(CERTIFICATION OF FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY）from UT today ,What does this mean for me? I am an international applicant waitlisted last month. Here is
the instruction of CFR;
If you do not plan to request documents from The University of Texas at Austin to obtain F-1 or J-1 status, you are not required to submit the CFR. The appropriate
immigration document will be issued after you have 1) been officially admitted AND 2) submitted this form along with proof of financial support for your studies.
Questions about completing this form may be directed to hotline@austin.utexas.edu.
INSTRUCTIONS
• Upload this completed form and supporting documents (as a single, PDF file) to: https://utdirect.utexas.edu/ogs/forms/supp_docs.WBX
o Paper, e-mailed, or faxed copies will not be accepted.
• Be prepared to show this documentation to the United States consulate upon interviewing for your visa.
• Please note: ALL documents must be in English or accompanied by an official English translation.
• Reciprocal exchange students should not use this form. Please complete the CFR found at: http://world.utexas.edu/isss/students/exchange/apply

Not sure what it means. I'd probably do what it requests though.

I am now filling in the blanks, I hope everything goes right.

I have already completed the Certification of Financial Responsibility and was about to upload it to the specific URL that indicated by the instruction. But, it kept saying “There are no eligible applications found for input EID. (NAPP-APPE)” lol

Just sit tight and wait for your admissions decision. No need rushing through these paperworks yet..

[str8yolked]

For the invitation to write the why UT essay, are we supposed to reply to that email with the essay or send it in a new email?

[cannibal ox]

I replied directly to the email requesting the essay, and it was received the next day.

[str8yolked]

I replied directly to the email requesting the essay, and it was received the next day.

Thanks