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Student Resources
Student Resources
- Primary Waitlisting Webpage: Waitlisting | UTRGV
- Secondary Waitlisting Webpage (FAQs): Waitlist FAQs | UTRGV
- University Library: University Library | UTRGV
- University Library Access Services Department: Access Services Information (PDF)
- Student Emergency Fund: Student Emergency Fund
- Pass/No Pass FAQs: Pass/No Pass FAQs
- Pass/No Pass Article: UTRGV Pass/No Pass Grading Option Article
- Student Employment: Student Employment
- Teacher Certification FAQs: Teacher Certification FAQs
- Cost of Attendance Adjustment for Computer Purchase: Cost of Attendance Adjustment Form (PDF)
- Counseling Center Tele-Counseling and Crisis Line: UTRGV Counseling Center Update
- Graduate College Admission Requirement Changes: Graduate College Admission Update
- IT Support: UTRGV IT Support Portal
COVID Online Courses
Health Resources
Students seeking free or low-cost health services can find them through the UTRGV Health Services Department. As a UTRGV student, you have paid a Medical Service Fee that allows you to be seen at the clinic as often as needed. Office visits are free of charge, as are most educational services. There are low-cost charges for medicines, supplies, and any needed lab tests.
UT Health Rio Grande Valley, the clinical practice of the UTRGV School of Medicine, has a dedicated team of physicians to provide high-quality care. The academic medical center also engages in research focused on healthcare needs. At its care clinics, patients receive timely, individualized care from a team of health practitioners.
Mental Health, Counseling, and Addiction Resources
UTRGV Collegiate Recovery Program
The Collegiate Recovery Program supports students in recovery from addictions. The program offers hope and support to help students achieve their recovery goals so that their time at the university is one of success and pride.
The Counseling Center provides free and confidential counseling services for UTRGV students to address mental health concerns and promotes personal growth and well-being through education and outreach.
Student Organizations
Caring for the Valley provides medical outreach to underserved populations throughout the Rio Grande Valley via community service. We pride ourselves in improving community wellbeing through the provision of supervised medical camps, community outreach, and health education, while ensuring our members receive adequate professional development in preparation for a healthcare career. We aim to equip our members for future leadership as healthcare professionals through early exposure to a compassionate, ethical, and holistic approach to the health and well-being of our community.
Our non-governmental organization is dedicated to providing free medication, and medical care to locals in Albania, Guatemala, Dominican Republic, Panama, Peru, etc.
This organization will be of great help, as it will not only aid our BMED students gain the necessary skills for their future but those who are in need. The goal is to raise the amount of money needed to cover all expenses and medications that will be taken to a third-world country.
This Medical Outreach Program Abroad offers:
- Hands-on Clinic Experience
- Health Education Opportunities
- Experience other cultures
- Gain Leadership skills & Community Service
- Travel to Peru, Guatemala, Panama, Dominican Republic
Advisor: Tammy Munoz (Tammy.Munoz01@utrgv.edu)
Email: vawutrgv1@gmail.com
The mission of Live to Serve (L2S) is to provide residents at The Rio at Fox Hollow nursing home with a supportive and caring environment that helps them feel more at home. At L2S, members share their time and friendship with residents by playing games, exchanging stories, and listening to their concerns. The organization strives to remind residents that they are not forgotten and that they remain valued members of the community.
Because many L2S members are pre-health professional students, participation also provides a valuable opportunity to learn about geriatric care. Volunteers gain insight by observing staff interactions and engaging with residents. Through this experience, members develop important values such as selflessness, compassion, and dedication—key components of medical professionalism.
Currently, Live to Serve members attend in groups of three for two-hour shifts throughout the week, Monday through Friday. Each group has a designated leader responsible for communicating with L2S officers, tracking attendance, and ensuring effective participation during volunteer activities.
Advisor: Dr. Hugo Rodriguez
Tutor for All (T4A) was created to serve youth who attend the Proyecto Juan Diego Tutorial Program in Cameron Park. The mission of this organization is to instill a passion for learning within students, with the goal of helping them achieve their full academic potential.
Whether assisting with homework, leading outdoor activities, or offering guidance, T4A members strive to empower students and serve as positive role models. By participating in T4A, members can directly impact a child’s life while gaining hands-on experience communicating effectively with children across subjects such as math, science, and reading.
Overall, the organization aims to support Proyecto Juan Diego students while providing members with an enriching and meaningful experience.
Currently, T4A members volunteer weekly in groups of three from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. on a designated day.
Interested in joining? Email: utrgvtutorforallt4a@utrgv.onmicrosoft.com
Advisor: Dr. Hugo Rodriguez (hugo.rodriguez@utrgv.edu)
Pre-Pharmacy Association
The goals of the Pre-Pharmacy Association are:
- Promote a pre-pharmacy student organization for mutual membership benefits.
- Support and actively participate in projects that advance the profession of pharmacy.
- Instill in members a deep and lasting pride in pharmacy as a profession.
- Provide pre-pharmacy information to interested students to encourage and support their academic pursuits.
- Promote stronger relationships between pharmacists and other healthcare providers.
- Foster engagement and collaboration between faculty and pre-pharmacy students.
Learn more: Pre-Pharmacy Association on VLink
The Pre-P.A. Society at UTRGV originated in Edinburg and has expanded to Brownsville.
Follow the Facebook pages and enable notifications to stay updated on events and announcements.
2016–2017 President: Ana Vega
Brownsville Head Delegate: Norma Lozano
The UTRGV Pre-Medical Society is a student-run organization dedicated to supporting and guiding future physicians through every stage of the pre-med journey. The organization hosts MCAT study groups, guest speaker events, and volunteer opportunities to help students gain insight into the medical profession and strengthen their applications.
The goal is to build a collaborative and motivating environment where students can learn from one another, connect with mentors, and grow into compassionate future healthcare leaders.
BMED Peer Mentor and Coached Study Hour (CSHR)
The BMED program provides peer mentoring to incoming BMED students, during the first year in the program. All BMED Peer Mentors complete the Eduology Peer Mentoring Certificate Course. The Eduology course “teaches students about the role, ethics, and skills involved in peer mentoring and provides practical assignments to help students apply learning to their peer mentoring sessions and reflect on the experience.”
In his/her role as experienced navigators of college life, the BMED Peer mentor facilitate a sense of community between students, the program, and the campus. This includes assistance connecting students with campus and community resources, such as academic advising services, assistance with course registration and orientation. BMED students meet with their assigned mentors at least twice per semester to share their progress and learn about important information and upcoming events.
Olivia Garcia
BMED Peer Mentor
BBRHB 1.1110 (Brownsville)
EHABW 2.102D (Edinburg)
Coached Study Hours (CSHRs) are mandatory in freshman- and sophomore-level BMED courses. Instructional Facilitators (IFs) and CSHR leaders review and discuss class material covered during lectures. This weekly study experience helps students better understand course content and promotes team-based learning.
During CSHRs, students may complete activities or assignments related to course topics to reinforce their understanding. CSHR leaders support and guide students through the academic rigor of the BMED program.
CSHR leaders work alongside BMED professors to organize weekly materials. Leaders are BMED students who have previously excelled in the courses they support. Each leader undergoes extensive pedagogical training through the University Learning Center and holds weekly tutoring hours.
Students can access CSHR tutoring hours through the UTRGV Online Tutoring Center .
CSHR Year-Round Courses
- CSHR 1001 (First-Year Fall) – supports BMED 1301
- CSHR 1002 (Second-Year Fall) – supports BMED 2301
- CSHR 1001 (First-Year Spring) – supports BMED 1302
- CSHR 1002 (Second-Year Spring) – supports BMED 2302