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Being a Longhorn vs Pursuing Your Dream Major: Striking the Balance for UT Austin Applications
As part of their application to the University of Texas at Austin, students must contemplate a crucial decision: is it more important to them to become a Longhorn, or to pursue a specific major? If a student's love for a specific major isn't reflected in their academic history, they might consider opting for a first-choice major that matches their skills and achievements more closely. This approach could enhance their chances of admission, enabling them to fulfill their dream of becoming a Longhorn.
If you're thinking about applying to the University of Texas at Austin (UT Austin), there are two important questions you need to ask yourself:
1. "Do I want to be a Longhorn more than anything else?"
2. "Do I want to get a degree in [insert your favorite subject here] more than anything else?"
You might find that you're saying "yes" to both questions. That's okay! Now, if you're in the top 6% at your high school, really good at your favorite subject and you're a strong candidate for that major, you're in a good spot. You should definitely list that major as your first choice. You can become a Longhorn and work towards your favorite degree at the same time.
But sometimes, things can get a little tricky.
You might really love a certain major, but your grades, classes, or experiences don't really match up with it. This is a tough spot to be in, but don't worry, there are ways to handle it.
If your dream is to be a Longhorn and graduate from UT Austin, no matter what major you study, then you have a lot of choices. UT Austin has a ton of majors for first-year students. Spend some time researching and find a first-choice major that you like and that matches your skills and experiences.
But what if you have your heart set on a specific major, especially a really competitive one like engineering, computer science, or business? If that's your top priority, you'll need to think about other colleges as well. Make sure you have a list of other good colleges where you can study your dream major, just in case you don't get accepted into that major at UT Austin.
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