Attend an Admissions Event

The LBJ School boasts a dynamic community of students, faculty and staff all working toward the same goal of making an impact on the world. Interested in visiting campus? We'd love to have you. Whether it's attending a class, connecting with admissions staff via an in-person or virtual information session, or attending a workshop or speaker series, we welcome you to experience all the LBJ School has to offer.

Undergraduate Program Admissions Events

Join us for a information session to learn about our new BA in Public Affairs program

Join program leadership to hear about our new BA in Public Affairs undergraduate program which will enroll its first cohort in the Fall 2025 semester!

Register for an in-person event.

Register for a virtual event.

Click here for LBJ School building tours or view our online tour. You can also email LBJUndergradAdmissions@austin.utexas.edu to set up an LBJ School building tour.

Meet our Undergraduate Program Admissions Team:

The Office of Student Affairs and Admissions at the LBJ School is made up of a dedicated team of student affairs professionals. Do you have a question about the admissions process for our undergraduate program?  Feel free to email us your questions or to set up a time to chat.

Experience the UT Austin Campus

Any good university educates its students. But a great university — one with monumental impact and a tradition of intellectual leadership — does more. It transforms lives on a grand scale.  Plan a visit or look into a campus walking tour.

Graduate Program Admissions Events

Join us for an LBJ Master's or PhD Admissions Event

Our Office of Student Affairs and Admissions offers virtual and in-person Information Sessions, Student Chats and other events. This is a great way to meet admissions staff, students, and faculty and learn all about the programs we offer and how to submit a strong application.

The LBJ School offers application fee waivers for our master's programs based on financial need for those who attend an admissions event. These waivers are not guaranteed and will be reviewed and considered as funds remain available. Click here to review requirements and submit an LBJ application fee waiver request.

The LBJ School wants to help you pay for the GRE test fee! If you have financial need, please fill out this form for a chance to receive a $25 voucher towards the GRE test fee. Vouchers are offered on a fist-come, first-served basis. Click here to review requirements and submit a voucher request. 

Upcoming Events

First Friends Panel: Navigating Your Future in Public Affairs

March 3, 2025, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. CT | Virtual | Register

Funding Opportunities at LBJ

March 5, 2025, 12:00-1:00 p.m. CT | Virtual | Register

Experience LBJ Day

March 10, 2025, 8:45 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. CT | In Person | Register

Information Session 

March 13, 2025, 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. CT | Virtual | Register

Meet the Faculty: Why a Public Affairs Degree is Important Now

March 24, 2025, 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. CT | Virtual | Register

The LBJ Experience: Insights from LBJ Student Leaders

March 27, 2025, 12:15 - 1:15 p.m. CT | Virtual | Register

Information Session

March 27, 2025, 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. CT | Virtual | Register

LBJ Discovery Day 2025

April 3, 2025, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. CT | Hybrid | Register

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Meet our Graduate Program Admissions Team:

The Office of Student Affairs and Admissions at the LBJ School is made up of a dedicated team of student affairs professionals. Do you have a question about the admissions process for our master’s or PhD programs? Feel free to email us your questions or to set up a time to chat.

Contact an LBJ School Student Admissions Ambassador

Do you want to hear about the LBJ School student experience?  Email our Student Ambassadors and get all of your questions answered!

Experience a Graduate-Level LBJ School Class

Sitting in on an actual LBJ class can be a great way to get a feel for the community and the program. Use the course schedule to find a course that interests you and email  the professor directly to set up a possible time.

Experience the UT Austin Campus

Any good university educates its students. But a great university — one with monumental impact and a tradition of intellectual leadership — does more. It transforms lives on a grand scale.  Plan a visit or consider a campus walking tour.

Executive Master of Public Leadership Admissions Events

We have upcoming information sessions to help you determine if EMPL is right for you. During these sessions, you will have the opportunity to meet the program director, network with alumni, learn more about the curriculum, and find out how to apply. Register for an information session here.

LBJ School Students posing with Dean JR DeShazo