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    Explore creativity at UTRGV's College of Fine Arts – a vibrant hub for artistic expression and innovation. Unleash your passion and talent with expert guidance in a dynamic learning environment.

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Contact Us

Mark Ramirez
Associate Dean for Research and Outreach
College of Fine Arts
Edinburg, PACB 2.108
mark.ramirez@utrgv.edu
956-665-8762

Kayla Garza
Academic Business Analyst
College of Fine Arts
kayla.garza03@utrgv.edu

Kendra Lara
Program Specialist
College of Fine Arts
kendra.lara01@utrgv.edu

Overview

The College of Fine Arts will provide support and facilitate collegial discourse in a robust and cross-cutting disciplinary environment.

CFA Research & Creative Works Activites

External Funding

📊 Total External Grants Submitted
🔹 2016–2021:  $1,619,397
🔹 2022–2025:  $8,288,030
📈 ↑ 412% Increase

🏆 Total External Grants Awarded
🔹 2016–2021:  $803,167
🔹 2022–2025:  $2,441,851
📈 ↑ 204% Increase

CFA’s growth reflects a strong commitment to innovation, impact, and external collaboration.

CFA Resources

Faculty Travel Grant
Student Travel and Research Grants
Research HUB

Bringing in Valuable funding

Over 2 million in grants

Student Grant

Opportunities

Research HUB

Available Resources

Faculty Grant

Opportunities

Museum Program

COFA received a $750K MLA Grant to launch museum internship program.

Bringing in Valuable funding

Over 2 million in grants

Student Grant

Opportunities

Research HUB

Available Resources

Faculty Grant

Opportunities

Museum Program

COFA received a $750K MLA Grant to launch museum internship program.

Contact College of Fine Arts

Brownsville

BMSLC 2.210
Email: cofa@utrgv.edu
Phone: (956) 665-2175

Edinburg

ELABS 334
Email: cofa@utrgv.edu
Phone: (956) 665-2175

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