1. THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS- PAN AMERICAN EST. 1927 Stephanie Ozuna, MBA Graduate Student Recruiter

2. Academics  College of Arts & Humanities  College of Business Administration  College of Education  College of Health Sciences & Human Services  College of Engineering and Computer Science  College of Science and Mathematics  College of Social Behavioral Sciences

3. College of Arts & Humanities  Art (MFA)  Communication (MA)  Creative Writing (MFA)  English (MA)  English as a Second Language (MA)  History (MA)  Music (MM)  Spanish (MA)  Cooperative Doctor of Philosophy in Spanish with the University of Houston  Certificate in Media Relations & Strategic Communication  Certificate in Mexican-American Studies  Certificate in Communication Training & Consulting  Master of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies (MAIS)  English  History  Spanish

4. College of Business Administration  Business Administration (MBA)  Business Administration- Online (MBA)  Business Administration (Ph.D.)  Accountancy (MACC)  Healthcare Administration and Leadership  Certificate in Advanced Business Administration

5. College of Education  Bilingual Education (MEd)  Early Childhood Education (MEd)  Educational Administration (MEd)  Educational Diagnostician (MEd)  Educational Leadership (EdD)  Elementary Education (MEd)  Guidance and Counseling (MEd)  Kinesiology (MS)  Reading (MEd)  Secondary Education (MEd)  School Psychology (MA)  Special Education (MEd)  Licensed Professional Counselor  Master Reading Teacher  Principal’s Credential Certification  Superintendent’s Credential Certification

6. College of Health Sciences & Human Services  Adult Health Nursing (MSN)  Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN)  Communication Sciences and Disorders (MS)  Occupational Therapy (MS)  Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS)  Rehabilitation Counseling (MS)  Rehabilitation Counseling (Ph.D.)  Social Work (MSSW)

7. College of Engineering & Computer Science  Computer Science (MS)  Engineering (MSE)- Electrical  Engineering (MSE)- Manufacturing  Engineering (MSE)- Mechanical  Engineering (MSE)- Engineering Management  Information Technology (MSIT)

8. College of Science & Mathematics  Biology (MS)  Chemistry (MS)  Mathematics (MS)  Chemical Education (MSIS)  Physics (MSIS)

9. College of Social and Behavioral Sciences  Criminal Justice (MSCJ)  Clinical Psychology (MA)  Experimental Psychology (MA)  Public Administration (MPA)  Sociology (MS)  Global Security Studies and Leadership Certificate  Anthropology (MAIS)  Global Security Studies and Leadership (MAIS)

10. Why UTPA?  Small classes  Most programs offer accommodating classes for the working professional.  Top quality education at one of the most affordable tuition rates in Texas.  Privileged location next to the U.S.-Mexico border, providing a rich bicultural environment.  Programs held in different locations around the Rio Grande Valley  Graduate Resource Center  Resources and tools for both graduate students and faculty. The center’s goals are to improve the graduate student/faculty relationship and to ensure our students’ success at UTPA. Graduate Resource Center

11. General Admission Requirements  Submit your application online at www.utpa.edu/gradapply. www.utpa.edu/gradapply  Application Fee  Official Transcripts  Visit www.utpa.edu/gradschool for detailed descriptions of the requirements for the specific program of your interest.www.utpa.edu/gradschool

12. International Student Requirements  English Proficiency Exam: TOEFL or IELTS Scores  National Exam: www.toefl.orgwww.toefl.org  Institutional Exam: www.utpa.edu/stepwww.utpa.edu/step  Evaluation of Educational Records  Foreign Credentials Service of America (FCSA)  English Translation of Educational Records  All translations must be certified unless the native language is Spanish.  Financial Documentation  Must show sufficient funds of a minimum of $22,000 to cover all expenses for the first year of study.  Current Immigration Documentation

13. Transcripts  We must have transcripts from all previous college and/or university coursework.  Official - sealed and sent directly from the institution. Must be submitted directly by the university or college to the UTPA Graduate Office.  Becomes UTPA property - not to be returned

14. Official Test Scores  Main entrance exams:  Graduate Record Examinations® (GRE)  Graduate Management Admission Test® (GMAT) Scores accepted must be within the last 5 years.  Tips:  Take a practice test  Study extensively  Take a prep course UTPA Continuing Education www.utpa.edu/ce

15. Personal Statement  What are your immediate and long-term career goals?  How will graduate school help you obtain these goals?  What experience, research, demonstrated skills and accomplishments have made you decide on and prepare you for this program?  Describe experiences to demonstrate your abilities rather than listing them.  Edit statement to ensure no grammar or spelling errors.

16. Recommendations  Who should write my letters?  Someone who can comment on your experience and abilities which are relevant to your chosen field.  Most programs prefer to receive at least one letter from professors in your academic major.  The strongest letters demonstrate an established personal relationship.

17. Recommendations  What materials should I give my letters writers to help them write a well-informed recommendation?  Copy of your personal statement  Can request that they address certain skills or weaknesses about which they have personal knowledge  Papers you have written for them with their comments  Description of relevant accomplishments  Resume

18. Resume  Be sure to submit your most updated resume.  Include all previous work experience.  Edit your resume to ensure no grammar or spelling errors.  Resumes should be submitted online.

19. 2011-2012 Graduate Cost of Attendance For Full Time Enrollment (9 hrs. per semester)

20. Financial Aid & Scholarships  Excellence Scholarship  www.utpa.edu/excellence  Deadline: January 15 th  Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)  www.fafsa.ed.gov  Assistantships  Graduate  Research  Teaching For additional information regarding financial aid and scholarships visit www.utpa.edu/finaid.

21. Stephanie Ozuna, MBA ozunas@utpa.edu 956-665-3558 1201 W. University Dr. Edinburg, TX 78539 www.utpa.edu/gradschool www.youtube.com/UTPAGradSchool Need more information?