International, Incoming-Students, Academics
Ask Admissions Counselors: Austin, Texas is a Great Place to Be!
May 13, 2026
As the capital of one of the largest and fastest-growing US states, Austin, Texas is home to many college campuses (World Population Review). From the well-known schools to the hidden gems, one thing is certain among all of these universities: Austin is the perfect hub of culture, nature, and city life.
Coined the “Live Music Capital of the World,” Austin is full of music-lovers and performers. Not only does this capital city have the excitement of downtown, but it also has endless recreational activities. “Austin’s been home for me my whole life, and I’ve loved every bit of it,” says Christina Day, first year admissions counselor and recruitment coordinator at Concordia University Texas. “We have music, we have shopping, we have hiking, fishing, boating–really, anything you need is here!”
Concordia Texas is a great place to be. Being surrounded by a nature preserve, students thrive in a peaceful atmosphere while also being close to the city. Although CTX is one of many colleges in Austin, it is undoubtedly unique. “I always say that we’re that small school where you’re not one of six hundred in a class, but you have the same opportunities that a lot of the bigger schools here in Austin have,” says Christina.
Alexa Valladeres is another first-year admissions counselor at CTX. Having attended a larger college herself, Alexa finds the “close-knit” community appealing. The incoming students she works with often ask her about the size of the school. “That’s one of my favorite questions to answer because I can personally relate to that as well, coming from a bigger university where I wasn’t seeing that for myself,” she says.
I’ve lived in the Austin area my entire life. Before college, I experienced public school, private school, and homeschool. When I began touring college campuses, I was looking for a place that was close to home while also providing me with my own space. When I first toured the CTX campus, I realized that all the things important to me were there! Among the chapel, the places to sit in nature, and the music practice rooms, all gave me places to relax and reset. CTX gave me the best of both worlds: hometown experience with some distance from my parents’ house.
“For some, it’s finding the plus and the beauty of staying near home,” Alexa reflects. “For others who are coming down from somewhere different, it’s the beauty of being able to leave and explore on their own away from home.”
Out of everything it has to offer, CTX’s small size is a gift to many students. Students always have a safe place to come back to in a big city with an abundance of people, experiences, and opportunities. “Just talk to us admissions counselors,” Christina encourages. “We’ve all gone through the college experience, so just ask us your questions and be comfortable! You’re a part of our family!”
Contact an admissions counselor today to become part of our CTX family!
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About the Author
Abby Shaivitz is a first-year student at Concordia University Texas majoring in Psychology. She hopes to help children see the world as a place where they can thrive and grow. In addition to her studies, Abby works as a Digital Content Associate for the University’s Ultraviolet Student Agency. Driven by her passion for all things creative, she can often be found writing wherever inspiration strikes, sketching in her notebook during class, or playing piano in the campus music practice rooms.
