the TRUTH about UT | University of Texas - Austin

Talking about what UT has to offer and just some things to expect on campus, with a few recommendations. Hook 'Em for life.
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I’m a recent UT Grad, currently in Graduate School. I hope this helps someone because there was nothing like this for me.
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[@kesharedswag1839]

Please please PLEASE post the HOW TO FINESSE AT UT VIDEO!!! I'm broke ASF and about to go to UT and this would help me so so SO much... Please I'm literally begining this video helped a lot and I'm sure that would help me too 😭🙏🏾

[@preciousc432]

This!!!

[@edwardryaan]

Kesharedswag okay I HAVE to do that this weekend y’all have been in my dms about it for while now

[@kesharedswag1839]

@@edwardryaan ♥️ so excited bc I'm tryna get free stuff and shirts etc etc

[@edwardryaan]

Kesharedswag THE FINESSE VIDEO IS LIVE GO WATCH Y’ALL

[@rizzoli7]

@@edwardryaan where is it??? sad face

[@mayraramales5957]

"You're not going on a hike bro, you're going to class" LOL, I love it

[@Clark0907]

“When we lose we party, when we win we party harder” LMAO trueeeee☠️

[@faithfulforever6331]

How sad that you party when you lose. I hope it isn't true. And your grammar isn't correct. It should be: "When we lose, we party; when we win, we party even more." Are you sure that you are at the University of Texas?

[@iangarza990]

@@faithfulforever6331 ikr monke lol

[@faithfulforever6331]

As an honors graduate of the University of Texas (2 different degrees), the best advice I can give anyone is to work, work, work. You need a social life, yes; but your school work comes first. And while I was at the university, I had to work at outside jobs the whole time and so I had very, very little free time. And if I had some free time, I used it to rest. But do continue to go to church and make friends in your classes. You are all in this together and you can help each other. Also, I suggest taking notes by handwriting them instead of typing them on a laptop. You remember things so much better when you physically write them down. Form study groups; go to tutoring sessions; know your TAs and don't hesitate to ask them and the professor your questions during their office hours. Go to the library to study because it is almost impossible to concentrate in a dorm room or apartment. Also the university has so many wonderful libraries and museums. Avail yourself of seeing them while you are there. You can join clubs or honor societies while you are there at the university, but I think future employers will be more impressed with maintaining some level of employment while you were at the university. I do think the university experience at UT will be one of the most difficult times of your life, but it will also paradoxically be one of the best times of your life. It is wonderful to be in an environment where you can learn so much and be exposed to a large variety of cultural experiences. "HOOK EM HORNS!"

[@rizzoli7]

wow really deep. thank you, could you expand more on your faith

[@faithfulforever6331]

@@rizzoli7 On my faith? I've relied on my faith throughout my life to get through difficult times. Faith is not just a belief for me; it is also a guiding force in my life. It guides me morally and spiritually and my life would be very shallow without it. If you have faith, you will find that not only do you not need much else in life, you also find that possessions are more of an encumbrance than a means to achieving happiness. And a developed faith helps tremendously in any type of human relationships you may have and of course, it is the means to a closeness with the creator too. And I want to strongly add, that if you are at the university, have faith in yourself. You would not be at the University of Texas if you didn't have promise and ability. When things get rough at the university (and they will), believe in yourself!

[@shivayaurcuyo6445]

this was seriously so helpful and genuine i love it thank u

[@faithfulforever6331]

Interestingly enough, I did feel overwhelmed at times due to the huge numbers of students at UT; but I don't think I could ever say that I felt like a small fish in a big pond. I think I was too excited about seeing all the possibilities for learning and for meeting so many interesting people that UT offered. And as anyone will tell you who went to UT, that big pond gets smaller with every year you are at UT. You make so many friends over time that you can't ever cross campus without seeing a friend. It may still be a big pond, but you no longer feel like a small fish. You feel part of something that is great!

[@etymologistsam1982]

Keep these videos going! You're doing great.

[@aaznnrd3333]

waitt you're so funny this is so good & informative thank you for this!!

[@irenemarcatante5142]

yes omg please tell us how to finesse! 🥴 ut’s prices got me needing to hustle

[@edwardryaan]

Irene Marcatante Haha I’ll work on that soon!

[@kathrynjones1492]

I go to Boston University and I am currently a Sophomore, and want to transfer for next year. I don't vibe with the people and Boston and, so my social life has been unfortunate. BU's communication school is one of the best in the country and I know UT is really good too! I have never been to Texas, but I am definitely looking for that hype because there was no tailgaiting and that classic college culture at BU. I LOVED THIS VIDEO

[@insertnamehere8504]

Great to know, as BU is also on my list!

[@MarioLopez-eu4sq]

I’m waiting on the vid on how to finesse UT, u got my sub

[@edwardryaan]

Mario Lopez I think I’m recording that today bc I was thinking about all the ways last night lol

[@MarioLopez-eu4sq]

Edward Ryan alright bet good looks, I’m in my senior year of high school rn and id appreciate the tips

[@rizzoli7]

@@edwardryaan where is the viddddddddd

[@faithfulforever6331]

That is interesting that you said everyone feels like a hot shot at the university. That was not my experience at UT at all. I rarely compared myself to others because you will always find someone better than yourself and someone worse than yourself. So just focus on doing the best for yourself. Forget comparisons.

[@laurynbrown4751]

Can't wait to go, I was automatically admitted for the class of 24 ! I'm also from El Paso , so I loved/related to this even more !

[@lightscameras4166]

Class of 24 student over here! I am a CS major, congrats on your admission!! Hook em’ 🤘

[@laurynbrown4751]

Lights & Cameras! Thank you, I’m so excited to go! 😌🤘

[@valenciasantos8236]

What high school did you go to? I’m also from El Paso and I attend Jefferson High 😁

[@rizzoli7]

im from el paso too jajajjajajaja

[@chuwabba10]

I'm just watching now, but this is a great vid! Planning to study abroad at UT this september if corona allows it.. Thanks for the great info!

[@victoriarios5732]

shocked to hear you’re from EP, haha el paso gang :)

[@taopanda98]

I am an upcoming junior, and I am still like learning from these videos about UT since I am very introverted and the Patagonia/North Face brand as clothing is getting a bit wee too not unique for me 😅 I am more on individual style and it felt "not me" being in yoga pants or hiking equilment. Even if I am being lazy and turning in assignments, I still like to dress up!

[@edwardryaan]

taopanda98 I 100% understand. but at least you don’t look like everyone else going on a massive hike daily

[@stephanyuriostegui9565]

I need that video on how to finess UT!

[@ambersadaqat64]

Longhorn here, lmao loved watching this because covid making me miss UT :(

[@isabellasanchez1256]

Why did I immediately know what backpack you were talking about x_x

[@ECmom]

Which backpack is that if you don’t mind me asking? Just curious..

[@rashibhalerao767]

I really enjoyed this video, THANK YOU SO MUCH! Being an admitted student of UT Austin for fall 2020, I was wondering if you could give me some insight on the dorms available at there. Which one would you personally recommend? Thank you!

[@noahfeinstein9395]

Rashi Bhalerao I am currently in Prather Dormitory and I will be there again next year! I highly recommend it if you want to save some money for a decently sized room, larger than Jester’s rooms. The only downfall is that it doesn’t have a sink in the room and it isn’t renovated. Either way it’s a great dorm and I would recommend it!

[@rashibhalerao767]

@@noahfeinstein9395 Will consider that, thanks!

[@edwardryaan]

Rashi Bhalerao do you want a whole video on housing? Lmk.

[@isabellasanchez1256]

Do you have any specifics on the government funding for the dorms bc I mean I don’t remember seeing that and like...I need it.

[@MatthewHildebrand-kn2dj]

I just got readmitted to UT and am so hyped to go back! Defenitely such a great school

[@harmonizedigital.]

The competition at UT is setting people up for life after college. The job market is very competitive even for people with lots of experience.

[@edwardryaan]

You are correct. I may have touched on that in another video but whenever I applied to jobs the interviewer always wanted to talk about UT for a bit (even after I got my masters lol).

[@sergiocmendes88]

How's UT for international students who wanna enroll for Doctor's?

[@AlyKat_XD915]

Lmao I was shocked when I heard El Paso. I’m from the north east 😁

[@edwardryaan]

alyssa armstrong 915 Strong!

[@arthurbarbosa5825]

How good is Austin as a city for college students? Is the heat unbearable? How hard is it for international students to find a job afterwards?

[@ZyncKC]

Arthur 94 if you have funding, Austin is good in the sense of going to a prestigious public school like UT. Weather comes and goes but UT will set you up for a good future for whatever path you may choose

[@mariogotze6588]

Arthur 94 Currently a student there. Thinking of transferring. Not going to lie it’s a bit overrated. However, I would definitely encourage you to apply because it’s overall still a good school.

[@emelyleandro8185]

Mario Gotze hi I’m actually deciding on wether I should I attend. Is there any advice or experience you can give? Thank I appreciate it!

[@lmet6174]

UT has the #1 tennis team in the nation btw 🥶🥵

[@michaele7636]

Laurence Tarquinio thx I was wondering because I wanna be in a good college tennis team so I could at least learn and then go professional after college

[@faithkhashmere246]

❤️

[@hannahscott7661]

was it hard to get accepted into UT? i’m trying to apply for next year as a transfer student but i’m terrified i won’t get accepted 😓

[@edwardryaan]

Hannah Scott as a transfer I don’t know from experience (I got accepted as an incoming freshman from high school) but I can say it is super common. all the fresh transfer blood replaces all the people that for some reason or another left each semester. for that reason, I’d say you have a high chance.

[@leilaanderson8948]

@@edwardryaan ,i am currently attending hcc and i hope to transfer to ut at austin after my two years at community college. How much does the school offer for financial aid.

[@edwardryaan]

Leila Anderson they should offer you the full amount you need. none of my friends ever had issues and if for some reason they did, there was stuff like the emergency cash fund that helped them get books or something.

[@leilaanderson8948]

@@edwardryaan ,last question, how many credits do you need in order for you to be a junior at ut, because i plan to transfer to ut after community college.

[@edwardryaan]

Leila Anderson that’s an excellent question. You need 120 credits to apply to graduate so I would say 60+ transferable credits would make you a junior which A LOT of people do! they will take basics elsewhere and then take all their core degree classes here.

[@whathappenswhen4767]

how did you manage to pay for your school? did you work while you study?

[@edwardryaan]

Commander Shepperd I am a ULN scholar.

[@whathappenswhen4767]

@@edwardryaan Congrats on graduating from UT. Its my dream school. Im going to UTSA tho because im too dumb to be a UT student.

[@nessa6489]

This was so helpful!!!!!! 😁

[@RenaeJGray]

Where do you recommend that incoming upperclassmen transfer students live?

[@edwardryaan]

renae gray I always recommend west campus bc of convenience - north campus if you want convenience but quiet

[@riverdaletales8457]

It's funny how you say the Spanish version of Chile and Argentina but not Mexico 😂

[@kathrynjones1492]

lmaoo your funny "obviously I didn't get it" *laughs*

[@carryyourcrossministries6235]

I like people who are smarter than me; it makes me a better person and, will test me and, help me grow. I am extremely smart as an award winning author. I need to be near people smarter than I am.

[@shyann3584]

Not putting on different clothes 😂😂

[@adeleeariola4695]

You are so Cool !!! Thank you !!!

[@jaclynnsandoval5611]

lol sometimes i have to run to class

[@lilianabel00]

where is the finessing UT video!? #webroke

[@isaiahmitchell129]

Liliana Beltran ^^ fr he better post it

[@monamayfair470]

Lynette Adkins! Ut student. Que en of side hustle

[@alexolvera6403]

"Huge Campus?' wow, lol UT Austin is 437 acres. That's nothing! I go to Purdue, 2,468 acres. 8:10 Also, I think he said 40 acres. lol

[@snuklens]

437 is pretty big lol

[@edwardryaan]

If you are already in college why are you watching videos for UT prospects living rent free in the comments... weird behavior

[@alexolvera6403]

@@edwardryaan Graduate School

[@aviayalas8013]

I got CAPped... so now I have to wait a year to come to my dream school :(

[@presleyw1579]

Jose Ayala Me too!! We will get through it

[@edwardryaan]

Congrats! That isn't a bad thing. Kudos for you for making it that far. Only a couple months left by now right? \m/

[@faithfulforever6331]

I think covid has put the kibosh on studying abroad.

[@LoganNagol]

Im just sayin A&M sends more people to more countries for study abroad

[@edwardryaan]

Logan inch resting... that means living in C-Stat though (for whoever find that helpful) ^

[@t-dog._.9527]

I don't know. But dang I want your phone number

[@jeanetteharold5991]

Lmao I’ll be there next year with the gangsta vibes to bring a little something something to the bland whiteness. I’m who’re too but Italian peurta rican white

[@artetacousin6801]

Lmao

[@rishabhbothra816]

Got in ezy

[@sophiasummer7339]

Can you do a video on how to deal / vibe with white people? Coming from a non white hometown?

[@preciousc432]

You just gotta hold yourself, you don’t gotta “buddy-buddy” with them but just respect them as humans. Treat other how you wanna be treated.