Develop Interdisciplinary Expertise
With X+CS, you’ll benefit from a top-tier education, numerous opportunities, and a strong, connected community.
How to Apply
To apply for an X+CS Integrated Degree Program, follow these steps:
1 Apply to UT Austin.
Apply using the CommonApp.
Select your majors: Select History, Linguistics, or Neuroscience as either your first or second-choice major. Choose Computer Science as your other major.
We recommend selecting the major most aligned with your interests and strengths as your first-choice major. The order does not impact selection for this program, but it matters if you are not selected for the program.
Please Note: "Computer science" is listed as "computer science entry-level" on the application.
2 Indicate interest in the X+CS program.
When the application prompts you, select “yes” to indicate your interest in being reviewed for the X+CS Integrated Degree program.
3 Complete all other UT Austin application requirements.
Make sure to complete all other application requirements to apply to UT Austin.
4 Watch for an email from the Office of Admissions.
You will receive an email asking you to complete your application for the integrated degree program. That application will consist of a short answer question asking you about your learning goals and how the program you chose helps you meet them.
5 Watch for updates in MyStatus.
You will be notified of decisions through the website.
Admissions FAQ
We're looking for students who are strong in academics, excited about both computer science and another field, and ready to apply both to solving real-world problems. You should be calculus ready and eager to integrate computing with your chosen discipline.
Due to differences in degree requirements, X+CS students are ineligible for the Turing Scholars Honors program and College of Natural Sciences honors programs, including Dean's, Polymathic, and Health Science Scholars. You can petition for individual CS honors courses or apply for the College of Liberal Arts Plan II Honors program.
Yes! Attend a UT Austin In-person Interest Session to learn more about X+CS, Computer Science, and the College of Liberal Arts. If you're admitted, you can schedule a campus visit with a student recruiter, including options like sitting in on a class or meeting with an X+CS advisor.
Yes, if you're not admitted to the X+CS program, you’ll still be fully considered for your first and second-choice majors without disadvantage.
X+CS students have access to resources from both departments in their integrated degree, including student organizations, department events, research opportunities, and career services. College-wide support, such as career fairs and wellness resources, is also available. Learn more about research opportunities through:
- College of Natural Sciences Research (All X+CS degrees)
- College of Liberal Arts Research (History+CS & Linguistics+CS)