Hi inlander,
I recommend you take the GMAT test again. The reason is that you would be applying in the bottom 10th percentile. This doesn't mean you wouldn't be accepted, but it is not a preferable position to be in. Especially considering that you had been scoring higher on practice tests, it would be a good idea to take the test for a second time.
Your GMAT score is self-reported on your application, so admissions teams will only focus on your highest score.
Here is some advice for UT Austin:
https://www.stacyblackman.com/category/u ... bs-advice/Cheers,
Conrad and the
Stacy Blackman Team
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