Best Public Institutes In Austin Near Me

4worldlovers: The first graduate public affairs program to blend academic theory with practical experience—preparing students to make an immediate impact in the world


A degree program designed for the globalized world, offering an interdisciplinary and practical command of international policymaking

An immersive 15-month course of accelerated study and work in Washington DC for careers in domestic and international federal policymaking

A flexible, interdisciplinary curriculum–emphasizing strong faculty mentorship alongside rigorous analytical and professional training–intended to bridge the gap between academic scholarship and real-world policy impact

A 12-month program preparing nonprofit and public professionals for senior leadership with substantial in-person coursework, interaction with high-performing leaders and practical simulations for real world readines


We provide leadership development and educational courses for thousands of managers and leaders each year


We offer a nonpartisan program to train women to run for elected office or manage campaigns


2023 PPIA Public Service Weekend: Emerging Public Policy Issues in Texas & the American South

LBJ School of Public Affairs - 2315 Red River Street, Austin, TX 78713

Public Policy International Affairs (PPIA) Public Service Weekend Emerging Public Policy Issues in Texas & The American South Conference for the Next Generation of Diverse Public Policy Changemakers LBJ School of Public Affairs July 20 – July 23, 2023

Meet its new dean for executive education, Trent Thurman; learn more about the application process and important dates; and find out how LBJ EMPL can help take your career to the next level.

The LBJ School Urban Lab presents Meet the Mayors, a series dedicated to exploring opportunity and prosperity in America’s cities.

Go Green Fast: A Trove of Memos and Videos on the Clean Energy Transition and Industrial Policy

In February 2023, Professors Josh Busby and Nate Jensen of The University of Texas at Austin convened leading scholars to explore the political dynamics of the clean energy transition in the United States and around the world in "Go Green Fast," an online workshop hosted by UT Austin and supported by the UT Energy Institute.

4worldlovers: Thank you for your interest in Lipscomb University - Austin Center (LUAC). LUAC will close at the end of the spring semester in May 2023. While new students are no longer being accepted into the graduate programs offered in Austin, we hope you will explore the rich variety of academic programs offered at Lipscomb University. Find the program that is a right fit for you.

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East Austin College Prep is an innovative, tuition-free* public school open to Pre-K – 12th graders in Austin and surrounding areas. EAPrep is the realization of a long-standing dream to have a community school located right in the heart of the Govalle/Johnston Terrace neighborhood. Come take a tour and see for yourself how every one of our students are dreaming big and preparing to succeed in high school and college.

We are currently looking for a new social studies/economics teacher. Please check out the job description below as well as the salary schedule.


We are currently accepting new student applications for the 2022-2023 school year for grades PreK through 12th Grade. Seats are filling up quickly, so don't delay!

We invite you to fill out the existing student re-enrollment application for our elementary or secondary campus to ensure your student continues learning at East Austin College Prep!

Actualmente estamos aceptando solicitudes para el año escolar 2022-2023 para grados Pre-K a 12 Grado.

¡Lo invitamos a completar la solicitud de reinscripción de estudiantes existente para nuestro campus de primaria o secundaria para garantizar que su estudiante continúe aprendiendo en East Austin College Prep!

East Austin College Prep ACE Summer Program Offerings: (Grades Pre-K-6th)

4worldlovers: The University of Texas at Austin High School opened in 1999 as a state-approved Texas virtual school. In recent years, the UT School District expanded to two online high schools and multiple specialty programs to serve students and partner school educators in Texas and beyond. We're celebrating 23 years of online education!


​Core courses are NCAA-approved and Advanced Placement courses are College Board-approved.

To learn more, log in to a live webinar for prospective students and parents!

Wednesday Webinar for Prospective Students and Parents: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM (CST)

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What starts here changes the world. What starts here can be a new idea in the mind of a single student. What starts here can be a work of art that enriches lives or a discovery that saves them. What starts here can be a new way of doing things, a new perspective on a global challenge. What starts here changes the world.


A big-time collegiate experience at the No. 1 public university in Texas. A top-40 world university. One of the top cities in America to live in. More than 170 fields of study and a sky-high alumni-success rate.

Longhorn students are having an impact on the world as entrepreneurs and leaders in the community, doing real research and innovating new solutions to important problems. This culture of achievement has led to student success across the Forty Acres and beyond with Longhorn alumni leading in every field.


The Texas faculty is united by a desire for impact — both on students and in their fields. For 140 years, UT Austin has provided first-class education and world-class research. Attracting the top talent from around the globe, we value a culture of learning, discovery, freedom, leadership, individual opportunity and responsibility to transform lives and society. Living in Austin’s not bad either.

UT’s faculty includes numerous MacArthur, Guggenheim and Carnegie fellows, more than 125 members of national academies, and other winners of globally important prizes such as the Nobel, Pulitzer and Edison. Texas also has a long history of welcoming visiting professors and lecturers to enrich the student experience, from Barbara Jordan to Karl Rove and Matthew McConaughey to Kendra Scott.

Austin is booming, and UT is at the heart of its innovation ecosystem. UT research is a key reason the Austin area is home to Dell, Apple, Google, Tesla and other technology giants. Its vibrant campus — both historic and state-of-the-art — is at the crossroads of technology, the arts, business, medicine, sports and entertainment, and thought leadership of all kinds. Cultural mega-events like South by Southwest and the Austin City Limits Music Festival are outgrowths of this synergy.

To change the world, UT needs collaborators. Mission-driven foundations partner with us for impact at scale. Additionally, UT is a world-class partner and destination for our military, veterans and their families.

4worldlovers: At Concordia University Texas, you can discover the world, examine new ideas, and pursue your passions—all on 437 acres of untouched wilderness.


We are proud to be Austin’s leading Christian university, where Christ is honored, and students of all backgrounds are welcome. We educate our students at the intersection of faith, vocation, and leadership—you’ll be challenged to think critically, empowered to find your life’s calling, and nurtured into a compassionate leader who makes a difference.


And we need your help to do it. By making a gift to the University, you’re recognizing the potential in every student and helping Concordia invest in them, allowing learners of all backgrounds to overcome barriers and become all they can be.

Concordia is proud to be a faith-based, Hispanic-Serving Institution that meets students, and their families, where they are. Our bilingual staff members can help you confidently navigate your Concordia journey as you build your future.

Concordia academics are rooted in the Lutheran tradition, meaning you’ll unleash your curiosity, develop into a leader, and find your vocation, all while honing career-ready skills. Our liberal arts curriculum integrates discussion-based classes, hands-on learning, and real-world experiences combine so you’ll graduate ready and confident. All our majors are customizable and flexible with minors, concentrations, and pre-professional tracks.

You can dive into student life, learn more about admissions, or explore costs and financial aid—get started here!

Explore Student Life Admissions Cost & Aid International Students Explore our Lutheran Identity

Our seven colleges and schools offer a variety of degrees in areas like nursing, business, and ministry—and they’re all steeped in the liberal arts.

College of Business & CommunicationCollege of EducationCollege of Health SciencesSchool of MinistrySchool of Fine ArtsSchool of Humanities and Social SciencesSchool of Natural and Applied SciencesApply Now

Be a part of the commemoration of Concordia University Texas's centennial in 2026. Contribute to our Oral History project, which will capture and share the incredible stories that define the Concordia University Texas experience from the perspective of alumni from various generations. NO PURCHASE NECESSARY.

Concordia is offering exclusive on-campus housing discounts to current junior, senior, and recently graduated students. With these flexible plans, you can make housing your way.

Our unique Lutheran Learning Model invites students to challenge ideas, ask tough questions, and engage in dialogue and debate, fostering a deep commitment to critical thinking, intellectual curiosity, and lifelong learning. By embracing our Lutheran heritage, we create a dynamic learning environment that prepares students for success in today's complex, interconnected world.