The Computer Science and Engineering department at The University of Texas at Austin is a globally recognized leader in the field, located within the dynamic technology hub of Austin. It serves as a cornerstone of innovation and academic excellence, committed to shaping the digital future by providing rigorous education and fostering cutting-edge research. The department offers comprehensive programs spanning foundational computing principles to advanced specializations like artificial intelligence, systems, and theoretical computer science, supported by extensive research facilities. Consistently ranked among the nation's top programs, including the best in Texas, it attracts exceptional talent and maintains strong connections with industry, preparing graduates for impactful careers.
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The University of Texas at Austin (UT Austin, UT, or Texas) is a public research university in Austin, Texas. It is the flagship institution of the University of Texas System. With 52,384 students as of Fall 2022, it is also the largest institution in the system. Founded in 1883, UT Austin is considered a Public Ivy. The university is a major center for academic research, with research expenditures totaling $679.8 million for fiscal year 2018. It joined the Association of American Universities in 1929. The university houses seven museums and seventeen libraries, including the LBJ Presidential Library and the Blanton Museum of Art, and operates various auxiliary research facilities, such as the J. J. Pickle Research Campus and the McDonald Observatory.