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.
The Maseeh Department of Civil, Architectural and Environmental Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin stands as a globally recognized leader and one of the largest, most comprehensive departments in its field. Situated in Austin, Texas, it is dedicated to addressing complex societal challenges at the nexus of cities, water, and energy through innovative engineering solutions. The department offers a wide array of undergraduate and graduate programs in civil, architectural, and environmental engineering, providing a dynamic learning environment that blends rigorous academic study with practical experience and extensive research opportunities. It is committed to educating future engineering leaders prepared to make a profound impact by developing solutions that shape the built and natural environments.
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