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The Future of Texas is here. Learn more about how UTRGV's culture of hard work, family, opportunity, and gratitude drives our mission of delivering an innovative and accessible multicultural education dedicated to student success.

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A Decade of Greatness

Celebrating its 10th anniversary during the 2025-2026 academic year, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) is on a mission to transform the Rio Grande Valley, the Americas, and the world. As one of the country’s largest Hispanic-Serving Institutions and Seal of Excelencia certified, UTRGV has earned national recognition for its academic excellence, social mobility, and student success since opening in Fall 2015. Ranked among the Best Colleges for your Tuition (and Tax) Dollars in 2025 by Washington Monthly (#7 nationally; #1 in Texas), UTRGV continues to break enrollment records, launch new academic and athletics programs, and progress toward achieving R1 research status.

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A New Era of Vaquero Pride

UTRGV kicks off its inaugural football season in Fall 2025, marking a new era of Vaquero pride and community spirit.

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Serving the Valley and Beyond

UTRGV stands as a transformative force in South Texas, a historically underserved region. Uniquely positioned as the only university in Texas with both a School of Medicine and a School of Podiatric Medicine, UTRGV's expansive footprint reflects a deep commitment to accessibility, innovation, and community engagement. With campuses, teaching sites, and specialized centers located in Edinburg, Brownsville, Rio Grande City, McAllen, Weslaco, Harlingen, Laredo, Port Isabel, and South Padre Island, UTRGV brings world-class education, healthcare, and research directly to the communities it serves.

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Research & Impact

UTRGV is driving innovation and discovery across disciplines, with $90.6 million in research expenditures and $200.1 million in awards received. These investments reflect the university’s growing impact in health, science, technology, and community-based research — advancing knowledge while addressing real-world challenges in the Rio Grande Valley and beyond.

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Nationally Recognized for Value & Excellence

We’re proud to be among the most affordable universities in the nation, offering high-impact academic programs, innovative research opportunities, and a commitment to student success that’s reflected in our growing national reputation. At UTRGV, students earn more than a degree—they gain the power to transform their futures, strengthen their communities, and make a global impact.

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