UT and A&M Automatic Acceptance?

I've heard that some students can get automatically accepted into UT or Texas A&M. Can anyone confirm this? If true, what are the criteria for automatic acceptance? I really want to know my chances. Thanks in advance!

Yes, both the University of Texas at Austin (UT Austin) and Texas A&M University have automatic admission policies for Texas high school students. However, the criteria for each school are slightly different. Here's a breakdown of the automatic admission requirements for both institutions:

UT Austin:

UT Austin offers automatic admission to Texas high school students who graduate in the top 6% of their class, provided they meet certain course requirements. The top 6% rule is applicable for students aiming to enroll in the fall semester immediately following their high school graduation. Keep in mind that while automatic admission guarantees acceptance to the university, it does not guarantee admission to a specific major or program.

Texas A&M:

Texas A&M grants automatic admission to Texas high school students who graduate in the top 10% of their class, as long as they meet the following requirements:

1. Complete the coursework required for the Distinguished Level of Achievement under the Texas Foundation High School Program or its equivalent.

2. Meet any other conditional requirements by the end of their junior year, such as submitting the SAT or ACT scores necessary for admission to Texas A&M.

Similar to UT Austin, automatic admission at Texas A&M doesn't guarantee admission to a specific major or program. Additionally, some competitive majors (such as engineering) may require students to meet additional requirements, even if they qualify for automatic admission.

For students who do not qualify for automatic admission, both UT Austin and Texas A&M use a holistic review process to evaluate applicants, considering factors such as academic achievements, extracurricular involvement, essays, and more. Therefore, it's essential to build a strong application that reflects your interests and strengths, even if you're not eligible for automatic acceptance.

I hope this helps clarify the automatic acceptance policies at UT Austin and Texas A&M! Good luck with your applications!