The University of Texas School of Law

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The University of Texas School of Law (commonly known as Texas Law) is a public law school at The University of Texas at Austin, offering J.D., LL.M., and related legal education and programs.

Austin, Texas, United States
law.utexas.edu
Owned by The University of Texas at Austin

About The University of Texas School of Law

The University of Texas School of Law, widely referred to as Texas Law, is a top-ranked public law school that is part of The University of Texas at Austin. It offers Juris Doctor (J.D.) and Master of Laws (LL.M.) degrees, as well as continuing legal education (CLE) programs, conferences, and various public-interest and professional initiatives for lawyers and students. Texas Law emphasizes strong academic training, clinical and experiential learning, and relatively affordable tuition compared with many peer institutions. ([law.utexas.edu](https://law.utexas.edu/?utm_source=openai))

A transaction labeled “Texas Law” on a bank or card statement is most likely related to payments made to the University of Texas School of Law—for example, tuition or fees, deposits for admission, study-abroad or program fees, CLE conference registration, event tickets, donations, or charges for services such as transcripts or parking connected to law-school activities. In some cases, the descriptor may appear on ACH (bank draft) or card payments that were set up via the law school or the broader UT Austin payment systems and then passed through with the shortened label “Texas Law DES:…”. ([law.utexas.edu](https://law.utexas.edu/financial-aid/?utm_source=openai))

If you have questions about a Texas Law charge, start by checking any recent invoices, tuition bills, registration confirmations, or donation receipts from the University of Texas School of Law or UT Austin. Logging into your UT or Texas Law online portal (such as the tuition/fee billing system or CLE registration account) can help you match the transaction date and amount to a specific charge. If it still doesn’t match, you can contact the Texas Law Financial Aid or Student Accounts/Bursar-related offices, or the specific program office (e.g., Texas Law CLE) and provide the transaction date, amount, and the descriptor string; they can confirm what was billed or correct any errors. You can also work with your bank or card issuer to dispute the transaction if it appears unauthorized, but it is usually faster to confirm directly with the school first. ([law.utexas.edu](https://law.utexas.edu/financial-aid/?utm_source=openai))

Bank Statement Variations

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These are the raw merchant codes that appear on bank and credit card statements that we've identified as belonging to The University of Texas School of Law.

  1. Texas Law DES:XXXXX86839

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of payments typically show up as a “Texas Law” charge on my card or bank statement?

Common “Texas Law” charges include law school tuition and fees, seat deposits, study-abroad or special program fees, continuing legal education (CLE) conference registrations, event tickets, and occasionally donations or gifts processed through UT systems under the Texas Law name. Compare the transaction to any recent bills or confirmations from the University of Texas School of Law or UT Austin.

Could this “Texas Law DES:XXXX” charge be related to financial aid or student account activity?

Yes. Student account transactions such as tuition, mandatory fees, and certain deposits processed through UT Austin’s billing systems may carry a shortened descriptor like “Texas Law” for law students. Log into your UT student billing or financial aid portal to see whether a recent charge for the same amount and date appears on your account summary or tuition bill. ([law.utexas.edu](https://law.utexas.edu/financial-aid/?utm_source=openai))

How can I verify exactly what this Texas Law payment was for?

Start by signing into your UT or Texas Law online account (student billing portal, CLE registration account, or alumni/donor portal) and look for invoices or receipts matching the date and amount of the charge. If you cannot find a match, contact the relevant office—such as the Texas Law Financial Aid Office, Student Accounts/Bursar, or Texas Law CLE—by phone or email and provide the transaction details so they can look it up. ([law.utexas.edu](https://law.utexas.edu/financial-aid/?utm_source=openai))

How do I request a refund or correction if I believe a Texas Law charge is incorrect?

If a Texas Law charge appears incorrect, contact the office that likely originated the payment—for example, the Financial Aid/Student Accounts team for tuition and fees, or the Texas Law CLE office for conference registrations. Provide documentation (invoices, confirmation emails, and a screenshot of the bank statement line) so staff can review the charge and, if appropriate, issue a refund or adjustment through the university’s billing system. If you suspect fraud, also notify your bank or card issuer promptly. ([law.utexas.edu](https://law.utexas.edu/financial-aid/?utm_source=openai))

Can Texas Law charges be recurring or on a payment plan?

Yes. While most tuition and fee payments are billed by academic term, some students may enroll in university-approved payment plans that result in multiple scheduled charges. Similarly, multi-installment program fees or recurring donations set up through UT systems may produce periodic “Texas Law” descriptors. Review your UT billing or donor account to see whether you authorized a series of payments. ([law.utexas.edu](https://law.utexas.edu/financial-aid/?utm_source=openai))

I attended a Texas Law CLE conference—could that be why I see this charge?

Yes. Texas Law’s Continuing Legal Education (CLE) arm runs numerous conferences and programs for lawyers and accountants; registration fees are typically processed through UT payment systems and may appear as a “Texas Law” or similar descriptor on your card. Check your CLE registration confirmation email or online account to confirm the exact amount and date. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/University_of_Texas_School_of_Law?utm_source=openai))

Who should I contact at Texas Law if I don’t recognize this charge at all?

If you cannot connect the charge to any tuition, fees, CLE events, or donations, contact Texas Law using the main website’s contact information and ask to be directed to Student Accounts, the Financial Aid Office, or the office responsible for the type of transaction you suspect (e.g., CLE). Provide your name (if you have ever interacted with the school), the last four digits of the card, the exact amount, and the transaction date so they can investigate. ([law.utexas.edu](https://law.utexas.edu/financial-aid/contact/?utm_source=openai))

What should I do if my bank statement shows a Texas Law charge but I have no connection to the school?

If you have never applied to, attended, donated to, or registered for any events with the University of Texas School of Law, the charge may be an error or fraud. First, confirm the descriptor and amount with your bank or card issuer and ask whether any additional information is attached. Then file a dispute or fraud report with your bank so they can reverse the transaction and reissue your card if needed; the bank may contact UT for verification during their investigation.

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