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Your Graduate Journey Begins Here

Our mission is simple - to offer world-class academic programs and research opportunities that will enhance life in the Valley, the Americas, and the global community. As a graduate student here, you’ll be on the forefront of the most innovative work being done in the sciences, health care, business, the arts and humanities, information science, mathematics, education, engineering, and all points in between.

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Search for the Master's or Doctoral degree that interests you. Join an informational session, meet with a graduate recruiter or contact the Graduate Program Coordinator to learn more about the program, admission process and funding.

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While not required of all programs, if yours does, be sure to review this helpful information and take the exam as soon as possible.

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Complete your online application and submit admission documents by the application deadline.

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Take advantage of financial aid, scholarships and other incentives offered to UTRGV graduate students.

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Congratulations, You’re In!

Once admitted into your graduate program you will take the following steps:

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Review your Program of Study

Search for the program you were admitted to in the catalog and review the course requirements. These are the courses that make up your degree plan.

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Register for Classes

You will use your my.utrgv.edu account and click on the ASSIST application to register for classes.

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Attend Orientation

While orientation is not mandatory for graduate students it is strongly encouraged to learn more about graduate student policies, financial aid and much more!

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Pay for Classes

Payment for classes are due prior to starting your classes. Log into my.utrgv.edu to review your bill and make necessary payment arrangements.

Meet with a Graduate Recruiter

Our UTRGV Graduate Recruiters have diverse backgrounds and are dedicated to advising prospective graduate students on our graduate program availability, admission requirements, and deadlines. They can give you an overview of available scholarships, and a financial aid options.

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Samuel Aparicio, Senior Graduate Recruiter

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