Living in Austin as a Concordia University Texas Student
Each year, Concordia University Texas welcomes international and out-of-state students to pursue their undergraduate or graduate programs in the vibrant city of Austin, Texas. Our students quickly discover that beyond Concordia Texas’s 435-acre nature campus, the city of Austin has so much to give when it comes to enhancing their college experience. If you are looking for a weekend adventure, spring or winter break activities, relaxing spots to clear your mind or networking events to invest in your career journey, the city of Austin has something for everybody. As an international or out-of-state student, we want Austin, Texas to feel like home away from home, so let’s explore what the city has for you outside of your classrooms.
Austin, Texas carries many names such as Silicon Hills, Live Music Capital of the World, and many other exciting names. So, take a moment to have a feeling of how living in such a city as a Tornado looks like.
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Shopping Malls
Austin shopping malls are filled with nationally recognized retailers and local boutiques that offer something for every taste and style. The distance from campus to different shopping malls varies as some are located near Concordia University Texas, and some are found at different city points. As an international or out-of-state student, whether you are looking for a solo outing or a day out with friends, you will always find a place to shop, dine, or enjoy entertainment.
Recommendations:
Lakeline Mall
Barton Creek Square Mall
The Domain
Cultural Grocery Stores and Restaurants
The city of Austin, Texas has a vibrant international food culture. If you are arriving from Africa, the Middle East, Europe, Asia, or South America, here in Austin, Texas we have restaurants and grocery stores that cater to specific cultures. For those coming in from another state, this means you are about to explore global food cultures while building connections with the international community.
Recommendations:
H-Mart (Asian Food & Grocery Store)
Austin Meat Market (Halal Meat)
SouthWest Farmers Market (African Food & Grocery Store)
Hiking and Running Trails
Concordia University Texas students are able to hike or run on our very own Tornado trail available on campus for free. If you want to explore more hiking and running trails off campus, you will have plenty of options all around Austin. For the runners, the city gets to host Austin marathons and running events, so consider trying that out as part of your college experience as an international or out-of-state student.
Recommendations:
Tornado Trails
Brushy Creek Trails
River Place Nature Trail
Career
Austin is among the Top 10 cities in the US that receives significant startup investments, leading to plenty of opportunities to network, career exploration and be inspired by entrepreneurs all around the city. Not only will you have access to startup entrepreneurs, but you will also have opportunities to connect with multinational companies such as Dell, Apple, Mastercard, iHeartMedia, and many others. International and out of state students attend Concordia University Texas Career Fairs during the school year, connecting students with career opportunities in Austin, Texas.
Recommendations:
Concordia University Texas Career Fair
Concordia University Texas Faculty
Recreational
As an International or out-of-state student at Concordia University Texas, we want you to have a full college experience. While we encourage students to enjoy all that Concordia’s campus has to offer, we also want them to experience all that the city of Austin, Texas has beyond campus. This comes with exploring the different recreational activities in the city. Plan your weekends with activities such as ziplining, swimming, escape rooms, virtual reality gaming, Austin library visits, live soccer and football games and many more. No matter your interest, Austin offers countless opportunities to try something new and create unforgettable memories throughout your college journey.
Recommendations:
Lake Travis Zipline (Longest and Fastest Zipline in Texas)
Sandbox VR Gaming
Barton Springs
Lady Bird Lake (Kayaking and Paddle Boarding)
Festivals
Here in Austin, your favorite actors, artists, bands, authors or public figures might be in one of the many festivals that happen throughout the year. Austin has always been known as the Live Music Capital of the World and so you should be expecting performances all year long. Apart from music festivals there are other educational festivals that happen throughout the year that can be beneficial for you as an international student or out of state student. Through these festivals, students can learn, build meaningful connections, and be inspired professionally or personally.
Recommendations:
South By SouthWest
Austin City Limits Music Festival
Austin Film Festival
Texas Book Festival
Choosing to study at Concordia University Texas means saying yes to a full college experience, on and off campus. Our Admissions Team is ready to answer any questions you and your family might have concerning pursuing your studies in Austin, Texas.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What shopping malls are located near Concordia University Texas?
The nearest shopping mall from Concordia University Texas is Lakeline Mall. However, there are other malls around the city of Austin, Texas that you can visit, such as Barton Creek Square Mall and The Domain.
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Are there international grocery stores and restaurants in Austin, Texas?
Yes. There are various international grocery stores and restaurants all around the city of Austin, Texas e.g. H-Mart (Asian grocery and food store), Southwest Farmers Market (African Food and Grocery Store) and Austin Meat Market (Halal Meat).
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What are some popular things to do in Austin as a college student?
Austin, Texas college students enjoy swimming in the lake, kayaking, paddleboarding, attending sports events, visiting museums, escape rooms, virtual reality game centers, and many other recreational activities.
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Are there networking events and opportunities in Austin, Texas?
Yes. The growing city of Austin, Texas has networking events all year round that you can attend to learn and build connections. As an international or out-of-state student at Concordia University Texas, you can build these connections through our career fairs and faculty.
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Are there opportunities for students to attend concerts and live performances in Austin,
Texas?
Yes. As an international or out-of-state student, you will have the chance to attend among the top festivals in Austin such as Austin City Limits (ACL) Music Festival and South By Southwest (SXSW).
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Does Concordia University Texas have a diverse international and out-of-state student
community?
Yes. Concordia University Texas has students from all around the world and different parts of USA. Our international community has students from South Africa, Tanzania, Germany, United Arab Emirates, Honduras etc. Most of out of states students come from Maryland, Washington, Ohio, Illinois, and California.
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