University Co-op

Category:	Clothing Store
Address:	2246 Guadalupe St, Austin, TX 78705, USA
Phone:	+1 512-476-7211
Site:	universitycoop.com
Rating:	4
Working:	9AM–8PM 9AM–8PM 9AM–8PM 9AM–8PM 9AM–8PM 9AM–7PM 11AM–6PM

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Photos 100

Reviews 12

Leila Rahil

I have lived in Austin almost 5yrs and in that time I had never really explored the Drag or Campus. I came upon the CoOp after a friend was showing us around and said this was a place to see in and of itself (the amount of Longhorn gear in here is mind-blowing...you think you know, but you dont). We explored almost everywhere and I was in awe of all the memorabilia, the kitsch, and UT paraphernalia along with any and every item of clothing imaginable with a longhorn. It really is a sight to behold! I did like that they do carry other things as well, such as music & tech stuff, student bric-a-brac, and non-longhorn adorned tshirts. There is this cool little tshirt corner that has some neat ATX specific tshirts (nice quality cotton) one of which I ended up buying because it has the "Hi How Are You?" Alien (which is one of my fav ATX icons). I was surprised that it was very reasonably priced ($16.99) for being a college store. They also have an outlet center w/furniture on the 2nd flr and what looked to be a box office on the first flr as you walk out the back towards the food trailer park. Definitely worth a look around if you are ever wandering the Drag, if you want a good on-campus tshirt find, or want ANYTHING with a longhorn on it! Fun Find: There are "mystery stairs" (only because I didnt explore where they went) that have a really cool campus tower mural!

Jennifer N

Love the Co-Op, this is the UT mecca for whatever you are looking for. There is always something to buy and there is always so much to choose from. Parking garage behind it is great to get in and out, if you purchase they will validate as well so bring your ticket with you. There is a great photo spot with Bevo in the back, during graduation hell get dressed up too. There is a new Welcome to Austin sign that is very well painted and the color is much better than the original sign. There are a few food trucks in the back that I have yet to get to try. The people at the Co-Op are helpful and friendly. There is a sale/outlet section on the 3rd floor. There are some things that you can find elsewhere for cheaper bur for the most part this is where you can get anything and everything UT.

Anastasia Buitron

Love the products. The staff is super friendly when you do need help. However, they do seem to be more worried about LP than anything, especially upstairs. I would not mind being asked to leave my backpack at the desk if that would mean I could have a more comfortable shopping experience. In fact, Im thinking of offering to leave it there next time, because Im honestly getting more and more annoyed with the "stalking" of the staff. It happens every single time. I do not like being treated like a thief, especially when I go there a lot after class and spend a good amount of hard-earned income. I understand that it can be a problem. Trust me, I work in retail. However, you could ask people to leave their bags behind the counter and it would result in a more welcoming atmosphere.

A Private User

As a UT alum (1977), I went on the Co-op website today to order a UT t-shirt. I wanted one made by Alta Gracia in the Dominican Republic, the ONLY brand in the developing world whose employees are paid a living wage, are represented by a union, and are treated with dignity and respect when they come to work. I was shocked and disappointed to find that the Co-op does not carry shirts made by Alta Gracia. They are carried in over 400 university bookstores across the country, including UT El Paso, UT San Antonio and U of H. Doesnt UT have codes of conduct for their apparel manufacturers? I was embarrassed for the University of Texas, the school I had always been so proud of graduating from. I am no longer a fan (or a customer!) of the University Co-op.

Joseph Snodgrass

I go to a UT game in Austin every year and the Coop is a tradition for the game day experience. You cant beat the atmosphere! Its like Longhorn heaven and I can spend hours looking through everything burnt orange. The staff is friendly and helpful as well. Ordering online is easy and shipping is fast. Ive even called in asking about a product I had seen in-store but couldnt find online and they searched the store for it and shipped it to me! The only downside to the Coop is that theyre pricey - Im not poor but I personally cant afford most of their products. Overall, its a great store!

Alvin

Everything is overpriced. Just because something is an "official" UT product doesnt mean you should double the price. I recommend buying anything you want there from Amazon or other places online. The textbooks are especially overpriced. I only go there to buy something I need urgently for school like the overpriced $40 iclicker and overpriced lab course manuels the greedy professors wrote. Everything else like bumper stickers and clothing you can usually find for cheaper online.

Angela Clapper

A place where you can find anything with a UT Longhorn on it? The University Co-op has it. It is a fantastic place to get your gear or gift for any occasion. The employees were very friendly and helpful. It is the place to go to after a tour of the University of Texas or before a football game. If you are starving after shopping, the Co-op Food Court is located behind the Co-Op with several food trailers--highly recommend to check it out.

Veronica Pecero

Its expensive. However, Im still a sucker for buying merchandise there just because its so convenient to campus. One thing I hate is how expensive textbooks are! I highly suggest ordering your books from Amazon or some other cheaper place. I will give them props for doing the 10% rebate program because it definitely adds up throughout the year. Plus, their social media team is great and they are always doing some type of contest online.

A Private User

I find the whole obsession with UT paraphernalia to be a very strange and weird phenomenon. I mean, you can find official Longhorn BBQ sauce here for a whopping $10. Just let that sink in for a minute. In addition to that, their text books are incredibly overpriced. If youre on a budget like 99% of the student population, get your books online. Save your money for things that matter, like an official Bevo BBQ kit. (They exist. I swear.)

Colin Sullender

If you ever need to get something that is UT-branded, this is the place to come. The University Co-op has literally everything available in burnt orange and plastered with the Texas Longhorns logo. Luggage? Check. Bathroom decor? Check. Cowboy boots? You betcha. The Co-op allows for easy present shopping as a UT student since you can always get something different each year for your parents Christmas presents.

Elecia & Allison Dancing Pen & Press

My son wanted a stuffed animal bat, since we just saw them the night prior on the Congress street bridge. Google told me to check out the co-op, so we did. Great store. It s HUGE! They have 3 levels. Bottom level has mens and home dec, 2nd has womens, and 3rd has baby and kids. Busy, but staff was very friendly. I think any UT merchandise yoy can dream of is in this store, even those giant foam fingers!

Elise B

They carry anything and everything UT! Ive bought a few gifts for my parents here when I was short on time. The only issue I have is that they are way over priced for the quality of the product. I turn to amazon for UT gifts and books or a sporting good store for apparel if Im not short on time. They will validate your parking if you take them your parking ticket from the garage.