UT EID

The UT EID is your online account at The University of Texas at Austin. You received your EID number when you created and submitted your application for admission to the graduate program. Should you need it, UT Information Technology Services provides additional EID assistance and options to upgrade your EID.

UT ID Card

Any student who has been officially admitted to the University may obtain an UT ID card. ID cards are required to access many buidlings and facilities on campus. Please visit the ID Center for information on obtaining your ID card.

UT Direct

UT Direct provides a personalized web portal to conveniently access UT-wide information. A UT EID is required to access UT Direct. This portal is where you'll go to complete many of the processes associated with your degree. Below is a list of some of the services available through UT Direct:

• Address and contact information
• Biographical information page, updateableStudent grade history
• Academic calendars
• Assigned registration dates, times, bar information
• Course schedule and class availability
• Student exam schedule (unique and dynamic for each student)
• Student schedule of classes
• Degree audits, including "what if" options
• Advising resources
• Financial summary page with online credit-card payment options
• MyTuitionBill
• Library services, including online catalog, overdue notices, and online assistance
• Financial aid, including application and processing status, awards, and funds
• Scholarship applications

Note: You will not be able to access many of these areas until you have obtained and activated your UT ID Card.

International Students

International students should visit Texas Global for more inforamtion about post-acceptance requirements. The Texas Global staff will provide instructions to complete immigration documents and requirements.

Explore Campus

Campus Map

Use UT's interactive campus map to explore the many facilities available on campus. Take a look at the wealth of resources availalbe on campus with the Campus Visitor's Guide.

Transportation and Parking

There are a variety of ways to commute to and from campus, as well as to get around the city. Learn more about parking and transportation options here.

With your UT ID Card, you can ride UT shuttles and city buses (Capital Metro) for free. Many apartments throughout Austin are conveniently located on City and/or University bus routes.

Orientation Sessions

New Graduate Student Orientation

At the start of the academic year, you'll join other new students in the Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology, and Microbiology graduate programs for an orientation session with program staff, faculty, and current students. This will be an opportunity to review your program requirements, meet the Graduate Advisors, and connect with your peers. 

• 2024 ILSGP Graduate Student Orientation & Lab Showcase: August 8 & 9

International Students must also attend the Texas Global International Student Orientation.

• 2024 International Student Orientation: Expected to occur the week of August 14-18. (We will update once we have firm dates)

UT Graduate School Orientation

Each fall, the Graduate School presents an orientation event designed specifically for new graduate students. This informative event is a wonderful opportunity to learn more about the Graduate School, UT Austin campus resources, student services, finanical information and life in Austin.

• 2024 Graduate School Orientation Date: Expected to occur the week of August 14-18. (We will update once we have firm dates)

College of Natural Sciences Orientation Videos

Explore the College of Natural Sciences (CNS) for information about faculty, research, student life, and more. You are also invited to watch the CNS New Graduate Student Orientation Videos at the start of the academic year. These include presentations on professional development and career resources and are available here.