The Department of Government at The University of Texas at Austin is a leading center for political science education and research. It offers comprehensive undergraduate and graduate programs, providing students with in-depth study across core areas including American politics, international relations, comparative politics, political theory, and public policy. Students benefit from learning alongside a distinguished faculty and participating in a dynamic research environment. Located in Austin, the state capital, the department offers unique connections to government in action. It is dedicated to equipping students with critical knowledge and skills for diverse careers in public service, research, and various professional fields.
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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.
